Are dogs allowed on Cherry Ridge Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Cherry Ridge Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Cherry Ridge Trail?

No, Cherry Ridge Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Cherry Ridge Trail?

Cherry Ridge Trail is rated difficult. It is 9.2 miles long with 1,243 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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New Jersey

Cherry Ridge Trail

Hewitt, New Jersey

9.2 mi

Distance

1,243 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 28m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

A pleasant hike with some nice scenery. A pleasant, shorter version of the Wawayanda Jungle Trail. It's a great place for cross country skiing. From the parking area take Cherry Ridge Road west. It's an unpaved road. The Red Dot trail is made up of red squares. The trail is flat and has interesting terrain. It crosses a bridge and goes to Double Pond Road. The swamp and boardwalk are good places to stop for lunch. Go southeast on the Double Pond trail and then take a right onto the Cedar Swamp Trail. The trail goes through a swamp on boards. It eventually gets to the Banker Trail. Take a right here and go back to the parking area.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:364 ft

Max:438 ft

379 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.