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Summary: Catch the red on white blazed Indian Rock trail just past the boulder with the Indian painted on it. Cross stream on small bridge (may be submerged during high water), You will pass some ruins from the old Dupont gunpower mfg. operation which closed around 1920, then climb. Just after crossing a gas pipeline cut make left onto the Wanaqe Ridge trail (Orange). Eventually climb to several nice viewpoints just off trail. A short, white spur trail takes you to an easterly view. Continue north, then east on the Wanaque Ridge Trail. The trail ends. Make right onto the MacEvoy Trail (Blue). MacEvoy follows pipeline cut for short distance, then turns left into the woods and meets the Cannonball Tral. (Red w/white C) Continue straight on the Cannonball Trail . Cannonball reaches lake and follows gravel rd then returns to woods. Shortly after this you reach the jct. with the Indian Rock Trail. Continue straight on Indian Rock back to car. Trailhead: 287 to Exit 55 (Wanaque). Take 511 north (Ringwood Ave). Make right onto 4th Ave. Go to end, make left and continue on to Back Beach Rd (keeping right). The road ends at Back Beach Park parking area. Trailhead is on right to the right of the soccer field (facing it) (Lat:41.03475 Lon:-74.28549) Trail Guides for Wanque Ridge - Ramapo Mt SF: New Jersey Walk Book by NY/NJ Trail Conference (NY/NJ Trail Conference) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Ringwood State Park Ranger - 973-962-7031 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Brian Sniatkowski, who has posted 43 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Ed A on 12/5/2007 My wife and I hike in this area quite often as it is close to our home. While I love to hike on the nearby Hoeferlin Memorial Trail(yellow) regurally, this was my first opportunity to hike this loop. What sets the Wanaque Ridge Trail apart from most other trails in the Ramapo Mountains are the numerous panoramic vistas over-looking the Wanaque Reservoir. If your looking for a non-strenuous hike with terrific views, consider this loop. Recommended gear in the colder months would be stableicers and boot-gaiters.
Reviewed by ChrisB on 11/17/2007 Nice hike, especially this time of year when you may not have enough daylight for anything too long. Trail overall is a very easy hike, and is very well marked. Like the summary says, this is an easy trail with only a few rocky spots. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: New Jersey Hiking, New Jersey Trails, New Jersey Hikes, Passaic County Hiking, Passaic County Trails, Passaic County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||