Hiking Greenwood Lake

Appalachian Trail near Greenwood Lake

The Appalachian Trail runs along the ridge above the eastern shore, with the classic Greenwood Lake vista reachable from village-side trailheads for a moderate out-and-back hike.

Bearfort Ridge and Surprise Lake

On the New Jersey side, Bearfort Ridge and the Surprise Lake loop deliver puddingstone rock scrambles, ridge walking, and open water views on a half-day hike.

Sterling Ridge and Sterling Forest

Sterling Forest State Park offers Sterling Ridge, Sterling Lake, and the fire tower, with well-marked trailheads and parking a short drive from the village.

Trailhead logistics

Most trailheads have small lots that fill early on fall weekends. Distances range from one-mile family walks to eight-mile ridge loops with steep, rocky sections.

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