What a beautiful place to visit! We recently stopped at Bushkill Falls in Pennsylvania and had a…read morewonderful experience, even though we unfortunately arrived too late in the day to see the actual falls. The park closes at 5 PM, so we missed the opportunity to hike out and see the waterfalls themselves. That was definitely disappointing, but honestly, the time we were able to spend walking around the grounds was still absolutely amazing. The entire property is beautiful and incredibly peaceful. There is so much natural scenery, beautiful trees, trails, and gorgeous surroundings that you can really appreciate the beauty of the area just by walking around. It was a great place to slow down, enjoy nature, take some pictures, and just take in the scenery. You can tell there is a lot to explore, and we definitely didn't get to experience everything during our visit. Even though we missed the main attraction this time, we left excited to come back rather than disappointed. We are definitely planning another visit, and next time we'll make sure to get there much earlier so we have plenty of time to explore the trails and finally see the famous waterfalls. Bushkill Falls is definitely going back on our list of places to visit. The grounds alone were beautiful enough to make the trip worthwhile, and I can only imagine how incredible the falls and hiking trails are when you have enough time to experience everything. If you're visiting the Poconos or traveling through Pennsylvania, this is definitely a place worth putting on your list. Just make sure you arrive early enough to enjoy everything! We can't wait to come back and see the falls next time.

One of a very good falls near NJ .. it is about 1.30 hrs or 2 hours drive from central Jersey but…read moreit is worth the drive . We have been to this place few years back but now it became toooo crowded and sometimes it takes a lot of time to go through the crowd . Well maintained pathways . There are 3-4 different loops and based on the time you have you can choose one path .. yellow loops are average difficulty .. it does have some path which is a little steep steps, but not difficult for middle age people.. might be a little stressful for elderly people with knee pain issues.. there is also a red loop which is a lot more of Walk and takes more time.. there are maps showing each path and approximate distance.. parking is a bit crazy, especially near the entrance.. parking is free.. tickets are about $21 which isn't too bad . Liked it overall .

Was looking for someplace to go in the fall and the finger lakes and Lake George were too far away,…read morebut gap was only an hour away! Who would think there a place is beautiful so close to home living in Central New Jersey! What makes a Delaware water gap so special in the fall is that there are some large hills here making the foliage extra special! The beauty of this place is incredible, you might feel like you're out west somewhere in the middle of Montana! There's an incredible hiking or biking trail that runs right alongside the Delaware water gap. There's also many absolutely amazing waterfalls in the area! We stayed two nights over a weekend and I felt like I had a great little vacation! Highly recommended if you're looking for a nearby gorgeous spot for nature anytime of the year! If you're like me and live in Central New Jersey, you don't have to go to upstate New York to get that kind of beauty. You can get it right here in Delaware water gap! They have a welcome center with people there that will help you with all your questions and needs for what you're looking for exclamation

We visited the Delaware Water Gap today, and it was a wonderful experience. This time of year is…read moreperfect for exploring the area. If you haven't been here before, I highly recommend it. There are numerous hiking trails, camping spots, and opportunities for photography and kayaking. Plan to spend a few hours to fully enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer.

This is literally a hidden gem in the Pocono's grand scheme of mountains and grasslands…read more It's a beautiful spot through a mix of rugged and beautiful winding roads. When we arrived here it was to watch the morning sunrise. As the weather was cloudy, we ended up just seeing grey clouds from the viewpoint in a misty morning and returned. They have a fair size of parking and the place looked well maintained.

I went hiking here with my family and it was incredible! First time hiking. The trails were marked…read moreand easy to follow even though the terrain was full of rocks. There was so much beautiful wildlife and an amazing view at the top. What a lovely experience.

Nice park to go for a walk. It was my first time ever there today. I really enjoyed the hike.read more

Great place to take the family and enjoy a day outdoors. Clean bathrooms wonderful pic Nic area…read moretennis courts, soccer field, base ball field, wonderful paths to walk and just enjoy nature. Be sure to stop in and check it out

Super nice 3 mile trail around lake with tall walls from an old marl factory half way around. Water…read moreis super clear and tho' it says no swimming, you may fall off your paddle board sometimes! Has parking w boat launch and a porta potty.

This is a beautiful state park. Waterloo village is an historic village with some beautiful homes…read moreand original structures undergoing restoration. Plenty of parking in the dirt lot. Walk to the back of the lot, past the handicap parking spots, where you will find a map with information about the village buildings. A wheelchair ramp (aka a dirt road) goes around a staircase that leads down from the kiosk and buildings signed as the 'entrance'. A loop road makes a beautiful walk along the Morris Canal. There are some informational signs canal side. A picnic area is on the return side of the loop with a few seating areas over looking the canal. Check the website for days when docents are available if you want more information about the village. There is also a museum and a library - check the website for hours. Whether you come for the history, a beautiful walk, or fishing, Waterloo Village is a worthwhile stop.

It has been a while since I've visited Waterloo Village and was disappointed to see the lack of…read moreimprovement in any of the structures and in some cases, deterioration is winning. Sad

A wonderful with seating areas and a grill. Nice little hidden secret in Clifton New Jersey. Great…read moreplace to bring a date, children, or a group outing.

"The Way You Think It Is May Not Be the Way It Is At All."…read more This is the beautiful quote that's written out on the park's map that represents what this place truly is. As it states, it is a sanctuary - a sacred place for meditation, quietness and reflection. There are about 90 stones throughout the sanctuary - sourced locally and placed between 1980 and 2005 - that are nearly 3.6 billion (!) years old. Wow. There is a pond area as well, filled with koi fish and other little creatures. Since we've had a long, harsh winter in the North East this year, not much had bloomed and the trees were still bare with lots of anticipating bursts of spring ahead. I did capture a few daffodils and flowers poking their way through some of the brush. The trails are easy, natural and inviting. We arrived fairly early in the AM on a Saturday, and snagged a parking spot. There is limited parking and by the time we were leaving, the spots were all full. I would think the earlier in the day one can come, the better it is all around. Upon leaving a realized there is also a little Resource Center and Gem Shop by the fountains, but we were on our way out and skipped exploring this. Plus I was on my way to (a very clean!) porter-potty (so thankful one was on site.) toilet paper & hand sanitizer, too! Just as an FYI Thoroughly enjoyed coming here and exploring this beautiful, simple space. I love that they're a sanctuary, a non-profit organization committed to preserving nature's beauty and diversity. My heart was happy. Thankful. Inspiring. Would love to possibly create a similar nature sanctuary in the city one day.

Megalith Park is a simple but unique experience to check out if you're (somewhat) in the area. Its…read morea very nice, well maintained park with plenty of Megaliths to admire and take pictures with. Its a relatively small and can be fully explored in 1-2 hours. But you could easily spend more time here on a nice day. Its a bit off the beaten path, but the curvy, mountainous roads make the drive there enjoyable. Its a great place for a date, family outing, or just some alone time. Great photo ops.