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Plan your visit

  • The staffed visitor center has a furnished full-scale soldier hut display, information on the natural aspects of the park, and a large mural depicting the 1779-1780 encampment. 
  • Visitors can then hike up to the replica soldier huts to see them in person.  
  • The 1750 Wick House in Jockey Hollow is one of two original structures in the park and is set up today just as it served as the headquarters for Major General Arthur St. Clair in the winter of 1779-80.  
  • There are approximately 27 miles of walking trails in verdant Jockey Hollow.  
  • Admission to Jockey Hollow is FREE, but please visit here for the latest information as construction is ongoing this summer.
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Things to Do

Outdoor Activities at Jockey Hollow

Hiking 

The park contains roughly 27 miles of designated, marked, hiking trails. The 2.25-mile Yellow Trail connects the critical historic and interpretive sites throughout Jockey Hollow. The White Trail/Grand Loop Trail is the longest in Jockey Hollow at 6.5 miles. Other hiking trails include the Blue Trail, 3 miles roundtrip, which has the best view from on top of Mt. Kemble. While hiking in the park, please keep your pets on a leash. You can print a trail map and park map--find links to them using the park maps and brochures link above. 

Biking

Bicycles are only allowed on the 3-mile-long paved Tour Road. Off-trail biking is not permitted in the park. However, off-trail biking paths are available nearby Lewis Morris County Park.    Bird watching is a great outdoor activity all year long. 

Bird Watching

Many species of birds have been observed within the park. Some of the best areas to watch birds include the Wick House Orchard and meadows throughout the park. 

Horseback Riding 

Approximately 10.5 miles of designated horse trails are available to riders. Caution should be used when crossing open areas because of holes and other hazards. To prevent damage to fragile historic resources and unsafe encounters in busy visitor areas, horses are prohibited in the vicinity of historic buildings. Horse trailers may be parked in one of the following areas: the horse trailer area of the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center parking lot or the New York Brigade parking area.