Are dogs allowed on Yellow Trail and Highlands Trail Loop?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Yellow Trail and Highlands 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 Yellow Trail and Highlands Trail Loop?

No, Yellow Trail and Highlands 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 Yellow Trail and Highlands Trail Loop?

Yellow Trail and Highlands Trail Loop is rated moderate. It is 5.7 miles long with 761 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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New Jersey

Yellow Trail and Highlands Trail Loop

Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey

5.7 mi

Distance

761 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 9m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The highest point in the park is Glacial Erratics. The largest county park in Morris county is the Mahlon Dickerson Reservation. The Highlands trail is a part of a long distance trail that will stretch from the Delaware River to the Hudson River and traverse the NY/NJ Highlands region. The trail goes through some nice valleys lined with beech trees and you can see the wildlife management area. If you leave the Highlands trail you can go to the Boulder trail. You get onto the Pine Swamp Trail after going through the boulders. The trail takes you to the highest point in Morris County and is lined with trees. The old Ogden Mine rail bed is where you end up after going along the bog. You will be taken back to the parking.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:300 ft

Max:392 ft

232 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

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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.