Watchung Reservation – Best Lake loop from Cranford

Watchung Reservation – Best Lake loop from Cranford

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Watchung Reservation – Best Lake loop from Cranford

01:59

42.9km

450m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.81 km for 148 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.88 km

Moxon Pond

Highlight • Lake

Moxon Pond is a tiny body of water on the far southeastern side of the Watchung Reservation.

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9.17 km

Watchung Reservation

Highlight • Forest

The Watchung Reservation is a vast parcel of protected land in Mountainside, New Jersey. There are hiking trails, parks/picnic areas, playgrounds, a Nature Center, an abandoned village, and a lake.

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11.9 km

Blue Brook Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

There are nice scenic views of the surrounding woodlands and Blue Brook to be had from here. There is also a nearby car park too, so you could start your …

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21.3 km

Best Lake

Highlight • Lake

Best Lake is a great, small lake near Watchung. If you are looking for a good place to take a break, there are benches around the perimeter of the lake for you to enjoy the view of the water.

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21.8 km

Watchung Lake Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

31.5 km

Little Seeley's Pond

Highlight • Lake

This little pond, in the north of Scotch Plains, is the perfect little getaway from the town. It features a nearby parking lot, public restrooms and a picnic area. Furthermore, …

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