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Garret Mountain Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,859 Google reviews · Running trail in Woodland Park, New Jersey · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
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- Tree cover
- Access
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Confirmed from Garret Mountain Reservation's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Hilltop 568-acre park around Lambert Castle, featuring rich bird life & trails with city views.
What runners say about Garret Mountain Reservation
“Designed by the renowned Olmsted Brothers firm, the park boasts well-maintained trails perfect for hiking, biking, and cross-country running.”
“12 Oct 2025 - It was good 👍 I really liked the scenic view from the mountain 🏔️ top (not very tall) , lovely lake and the house 🏡 in Front of lake.”
“It's perfect for a summer hike because most of the trail is nicely shaded, providing a comfortable experience.”
“The colors are incredible, the sounds of the surroundings are calming, and the whole spot feels peaceful and almost magical.”
Garret Mountain Reservation, situated in Woodland Park and Paterson, New Jersey, offers a serene escape into nature. Spanning 568 acres, this park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.
I’ve been coming to Garret Mountain for almost 10 years now. From family functions to workouts, birthday parties to peaceful hikes—this park has seen it all. I’ve hosted an event here (super easy to reserve through Passaic County), brought my kids to run around, and even came alone just to watch the sun rise or set.
12 Oct 2025 - It was good 👍 I really liked the scenic view from the mountain 🏔️ top (not very tall) , lovely lake and the house 🏡 in Front of lake. It had nice clean washrooms as well. Lot of walking trails and free parking 🅿️ spaces. We went to see fall 🍂 🍁 colors and it is coming up nicely 😀.
A mind-blowing and refreshing park! I'm truly in love with this place. There are plenty of parking spots throughout the park, clean restrooms, lots of trails, and picnic areas available. The trail along the lake was my favorite, offering scenic views and a truly rejuvenating experience.
Trail conditions & character
“It seemed about 1 mile long with no steep inclines, so when we completed it, we decided we were up for the challenge of a longer walk up to where the sensational views are.”
“There are plenty of parking spots throughout the park, clean restrooms, lots of trails, and picnic areas available.”
“The colors are incredible, the sounds of the surroundings are calming, and the whole spot feels peaceful and almost magical.”
“It's perfect for a summer hike because most of the trail is nicely shaded, providing a comfortable experience.”
“It seemed about 1 mile long with no steep inclines, so when we completed it, we decided we were up for the challenge of a longer walk up to where the sensational views are.”
“There are plenty of parking spots throughout the park, clean restrooms, lots of trails, and picnic areas available.”
Plan your run at Garret Mountain Reservation
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitepassaiccountynj.org
- Phone+1 973-881-4833
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