Kittatiny Valley State Park

Newton, New Jersey

Over 8 miles of rugged mountain bike trails through glacial lakes, limestone outcroppings, and former railroads — plus rail trails ideal for biking, hiking, and paddling.

Stephens State Park

Mount Olive Township, New Jersey

A good intermediate trail system in Stephens State Park with well-maintained singletrack, doubletrack, and enough mileage for a full day of riding — drains well after rain.

Allamuchy North-Deer Park-Stephens Connecter Ride

Mount Olive Township, New Jersey

A grueling 4-hour-plus ride connecting Allamuchy Mountain, Deer Park, and Stephens State Park — a challenging all-day adventure for experienced riders near Mount Olive.

Allamuchy Mt. State Park: Deer Park

Byram Township, New Jersey

Four looping trails with rocky and rooted terrain, a nice lake view on the red trail, and technical practice opportunities — recommended for intermediate mountain bikers in New Jersey.

Allamuchy State Park-North

Byram Township, New Jersey

Rocky, relentlessly challenging trail with significant climbs and descents, poorly marked and lightly used — bring a compass, plenty of water, and expect to get lost.

Mountain Creek Bike Park

Over 40 custom-built trails from beginner to advanced, including freeride terrain and race courses — Mountain Creek Bike Park is a premier destination for all skill levels.

Mahlon Dickerson

Sparta Township, New Jersey

Over 20 miles of multi-use trails through 3,200 acres of near-wilderness, with tent sites, Adirondack shelters, RV hookups, fishing, and Headley Overlook — one of the highest points in Morris County.

Wawayanda State Park

A vast New Jersey state park with wide trails crossing swampy streams, dry rocky hills, and fast rolling terrain — expect to ride 15 miles in a day and come out at a different trailhead every time.

Berkshire Trail

Jefferson, New Jersey

A 3.5-mile loop through the woods with several alternate trails branching off — some sections are highly technical, others invite you to open up the throttle.

Columbia Rail Trail

Washington Township, New Jersey

A smooth, compacted limestone rail bed trail rolling through the New Jersey countryside on a converted railroad right-of-way.

Dickerson Mine Preserve

Randolph, New Jersey

A quickly expanding JORBA-maintained singletrack network with well-kept climbs and switchbacks — a growing gem in Randolph's trail scene.

Parker Road

Chester, New Jersey

A short track at Parker Road in Chester built through a year of dedicated Monday work days — rocky technical sections give way to smooth, flowing trail.

Wildcat Ridge

Nice and tough JORBA-maintained singletrack connecting to Split Rock Reservoir — brutal climbs typically on doubletrack, with enough trail for a full day of riding.

Voorhees State Park

Califon, New Jersey

A mix of fire road, double track, and rocky singletrack at Voorhees State Park in Califon — the double track is non-technical but rocky singletrack and significant elevation gain reward those who explore the full park.

West Milford Family Pump Track

West Milford, New Jersey

A volunteer-built pump track near West Milford open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., with some flexibility for evening access depending on other park activities.

jungle habitat NJ

West Milford, New Jersey

Rocky, rooty, and relentlessly technical — a New Jersey mountain bike trail that lives up to its rugged reputation.

Jungle Habitat

West Milford, New Jersey

Eight to ten miles of well-designed NORBA singletrack winding through the storied grounds of an old wild-animal amusement park in West Milford.

Camp Orange

Middletown, New York

A flowy combination of horse trails and singletrack in Middletown, NY with long downhill rewards after uphills, log overs, stone walls, and easy suburban access.

Split Rock Loop 1

Denville, New Jersey

A rocky mix of hard doubletrack and singletrack near Denville with lollipop route options, extra singletrack on the Wildcat Ridge side, and enough twists to keep you guessing.