Schooley's Mountain Park was once Camp Washington,  a YMCA camp until the 1950's.  Today, this Morris County park offers multiple activities and beautiful scenery.  We'll hike a 4 mile loop around the park, taking in waterfalls and a lookout across the valley.  Afterward, the group may go for a late lunch and drinks...totally optional but always fun!

Member Cost:

$5 for the first 5

$10 for the next 6 to 25

$20 at the door

Non-Member Cost:

$20 online and at the door.

Tickets:

There are a limited number of tickets for sale. Tickets are not mailed, but your name will be kept at the door. All sales are final.

Specs:

The hike is classified as moderate.

Length of the hike is about 4 miles long and we will walk at a moderate pace. 

The hike should take about 2.5 hours.  

As with all hikes you must be in good, athletic shape.

Sweeper:

If the group size is large we are going to look for a volunteer to act as a sweeper. Sweepers will walk at the end of the hike line and will make sure the group stays together.

Hike Leader:

Keira will be leading this hike. She will make sure the hike starts on time so please arrive on time.

What to bring:

Water (required).

Hiking boots and bug spray recommended.

A light snack.

Inclement Weather:

Heavy precipitation will cancel this hike; drizzle will not. Please check your inbox for updates and the NJYP.org calendar. Tickets will be refunded.

Directions:

From Southern Points: From I-287 North, take Exit 22B to merger onto US 202/US 206 North toward Bedminster.  In 1.3 miles, keep left on US 206 North.  Continue 8.8 miles on US 206 North into Chester.  Turn left onto West Main Street/County Route 513 (formerly designated as N.J. Route 24) and follow it for 4.5 miles.  Turn right onto Schooly's Mountain Road.  Continue 0.8 miles on Schooley's Mountain Road, then turn right onto Camp Washington Road.  Continue 0.7 miles on Camp Washington Road, then turn right onto East Springtown Road.  The entrance to the park will be on the right in 0.3 miles.  Continue into the park to the farthest parking lot; the group will meet in the southwest corner of the lot.

From Northern Points: Take I- 80 West to Exit 27A and continue south on US Route 206 for 8.0 miles. Turn right onto County Route 513 (formerly designated as N.J. Route 24) and follow the directions above.

Google Maps link:

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