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Hemlock Falls
4.6 ★★★★★ 972 Google reviews · Running trail in South Orange Village, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hemlock Falls' 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.
Park with kid-friendly hiking trails, tree markings, and a waterfall.
What runners say about Hemlock Falls
“The short hike to the 25-foot waterfall is peaceful and scenic, with just enough challenge to feel like an adventure without being too tough for families.”
“The short hike to the 25-foot waterfall is peaceful and scenic, with just enough challenge to feel like an adventure without being too tough for families.”
“It’s an easy hike overall.”
The waterfall was quite crowded with lots of people splashing around. While the waterfall wasn't particularly tall, it is decent enough of an attraction to stop in the middle of the hike to explore. Beside the waterfall there's a staircase route to the top of the waterfall - the view was spectacular and empty.
Beautiful and peaceful. It’s an easy hike overall. Many benches to sit around and take in the waterfalls which is a nice touch. Many striking plants and flowers. Does not get overalls packed with people when you go at certain times! Love this place.
Love coming here! Beautiful hiking trails, the waterfalls are excellent. Great place to spend an hour or two or a whole day with family and friends. Bring snacks/water bug spray etc. Multiple places to park and then enter to enjoy the area.
visited Hemlock Falls yesterday and was pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to access, especially for families with kids. I went with my 2-year-olds and my older kids (9 years old), and they all loved it. The walk from the parking lot to the waterfall is short and easy, perfect for little ones.
Trail conditions & character
“A good small trail to have nice little hike kind of experience(not an exact hiking) but yeah amidst the nature a small trail to walk through to reach a small waterfall.”
“Parking lot before the trail head is better spaced and easier to get in and out during busy days for sure.”
“The short hike to the 25-foot waterfall is peaceful and scenic, with just enough challenge to feel like an adventure without being too tough for families.”
“I really appreciate this place and highly recommend for visiting rocky hills pathways, Lovely waterfalls and amazing view of nature.”
“I saw many families and quite a few people walking their dogs, which made the atmosphere even more friendly.”
Plan your run at Hemlock Falls
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteessexcountyparks.org
- Phone(973) 268-3500
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
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