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.

Round Valley Recreation Area

Lebanon, New Jersey

The Xterra King of the Hill racing course at Round Valley Recreation Area — rocky paths, singletrack, fire roads, grueling technical climbs, and fast downhill rock gardens, with a thorn-lined drop to watch on the fast single-track.

Mercer Meadows

Pennington, New Jersey

Mostly flat, wide trails through woods and open fields with historical observation points and rest areas throughout the system.

Sourland Mountain Preserve

Sourland Mountain Preserve near Hillsborough is one of the most challenging mountain bike trails in New Jersey — extremely rocky, slippery, and not for beginners or intermediates.

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.

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.

Chimney Rock

Bridgewater, New Jersey

Rocky, technical singletrack through hilly New Jersey terrain that tends to stay wet for days after rain — bring patience and check conditions before heading out.

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.

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 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.