Appalachian Trail New Jersey

Appalachian Trail GPS Tracks Get the complete GPS Tracks for the AT in New Jersey for ONLY $1.97!  This .gpx file includes waypoints for all trail shelters along the trail in NJ and many of the official AT parking areas.  Use the BUY NOW button below and we'll send you the file via e-mail!  Happy Hiking! NOTE: The tracks are from 2009. Some trail relocation may have occurred, which will not be reflected with our GPS Tracks.  The tracks are very close to the current trail.

The Appalachian Trail travels 72 miles in New Jersey.  The AT enters New Jersey from the south along a pedestrian walkway on the I-80 bridge over the Delaware River.  From the busy highway and very popular recreational area, the trail ascends from the Delaware Water Gap to the Kittatinny Ridge in Worthington State Forest.  The lowest point of the trail in New Jersey is 286 feet along the bridge at the state line.

The trail passes the scenic Sunfish Pond then continues through Stokes State Forest and the spectacular views from Sunrise Mountain.  From there the trail heads into High Point State Park.  Home to the highest point in the state of New Jersey at 1803 feet.  A side trail from the AT can take hikers to the monument and high point.  The highest point of the AT in New Jersey is also located in the park near the AT observation deck at 1671 feet.

From High Point State Park the AT actually turns in a southeasterly direction and roughly follows the NY/NJ border before turning north to finally enter New York near Lake Greenwood.  The trail does briefly enter New York to cross the Wallkill River before heading back into New Jersey. 

Pochuck Boardwalk from the Pochuck Creek Suspension Bridge

One major highlight of this section is the spectacular Pochuck Boardwalk and bridge.  The mile long boardwalk and 110 foot suspension bridge was 24 years in planning with seven years of actual construction at a cost of over $800,000.  This is one of those must do sections of the AT that everyone can enjoy.

There are eight trail shelters available for hikers in New Jersey.  The landscape is very remote at times, then civilization seems too close at other times while on the trail in New Jersey.  You'll find the hiking pleasant, although humidity can be a problem during the summer.  Use the links above to help plan your adventure along the Appalachian Trail in New Jersey.  We suggest buying a copy of the Appalachian Trail Guide to New York-New Jersey for anyone planning a hike on this section of the AT.