Are dogs allowed on Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop?

No, Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop 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 Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop?

Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop is rated easy. It is 3.0 miles long with 479 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.

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Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop route map

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New Jersey

Openwood, Hillspur and Longwood Trail Loop

Maplewood, New Jersey

3.0 mi

Distance

479 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 10m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

There is a parking lot at South Orange Avenue. The Hillspur trail leads to the northern South Orange Avenue footbridge. Keep on Hillspur until you reach the Longwood trail. South Orange Avenue is on the southern footbridge.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:95 ft

Max:183 ft

146 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

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.