In this New Jersey park tour video I explore the trail network at Gnome Hollow Preserve located in Frelinghuysen Township. After parking on Stillwater Road I pass beyond a former Christmas Tree Grove, unique rock formations, and of course GNOMES!
Learn more about Ridge & Valley Conservancy and plan your visit to Gnome Hollow Preserve – http://www.ridgeandvalleyconservancy.org/gnomehollowpreserve
Navigate to the preserve via Google Maps – https://goo.gl/maps/PGNWTz82c9xoVLhu8
November Afternoon on Woodbridge Wetlands
Ernie Oros Wildlife PreserveMiddlesex CountyWoodbridge NJ
Plan your visit to Ernie Oros Wildlife Preserve – http://www.middlesexcountynj.gov/About/ParksRecreation/Pages/PR/PinOak.aspx
Nature Walk at Turkey Brook Park in Mount Olive
In this video we take a leisurely walk to Maier’s Pond and pass through scenic meadows and woodlands. Turkey Brook Park in Mount Olive is not only home to sport facility but also birds and beavers.
Plan your visit to Turkey Brook Park – https://www.mountolivetwpnj.org/parks-buildings-grounds/pages/turkey-brook-park
Beginner’s Nature Walk at Cheesequake State Park
With easy highway access from the Garden State Parkway, Cheesequake is a great stop in Central Jersey for birdwatching, nature photography, hiking, and biking. In this short video I explore the surroundings of scenic Hooks Creek Lake.
Plan your visit to Cheesequake State Park in Old Bridge NJ – https://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/cheesequake.html
November 2020, Gnome Hollow Preserve
Frelinghuysen Twp, NJ
A unique circular knot on a tree, overcast weather, and a wide angle lens were the main ingredients for this dreary-themed image.
Visit Gnome Hollow Preserve – http://www.ridgeandvalleyconservancy.org/gnomehollowpreserve
Waterfall and Vista Hike at Schooley’s Mountain
Schooley’s Mountain County Park
Washington Township, NJ
On this narrated hike I take the blue trail to the white trail to reach the picturesque waterfalls and overlook at Schooley’s Mountain. I also pause to admire The Boathouse, Lake George, The Lodge, and Loree Chapel.
Plan your visit to Schooley’s Mountain – https://www.morrisparks.net/index.php/parks/schooleys-mountain-county-park/
Set your GPS to the main parking lot – https://goo.gl/maps/PizoqETUDGy3R2p19
Hiking The Highlands Trail At Mahlon Dickerson Reservation In Jefferson Twp
In this video I set out from Weldon Road in Jefferson near the county camping facilities and ascend a scenic ridgeline with Autumn views of the New Jersey Highlands.
Learn more about the Highlands Trail – https://njskylands.com/odhikehitr
View the trail map of Mahlon Dickerson Reservation – https://www.morrisparks.net/assets/images/PDFs/Park_Maps/MDRmap.pdf
Set your GPS for parking for Highlands Trail – Dropped pin
Near New Jersey
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Conowingo Island in Fog
Lake Arrowhead Denville NJ
Drone image taken about 2 weeks ago with the DJI Phantom 3 Pro. The lens on the drone quickly fogged over from heavy condensation on this particular morning.
Electric Brook Falls in Autumn
Schooley’s Mountain County Park, Washington Township NJ
October 2020
Visit Schooley’s Mountain County Park – https://www.morrisparks.net/index.php/parks/schooleys-mountain-county-park
Dave Blinder Nature Photography 