Local Bike Trails Guide

We created this guide to highlight some of the best local trails for cyclists of all levels. Whether you're seeking thrilling mountain bike trails or relaxed, family-friendly routes, there are plenty of great parks and paths to explore.

For mountain biking, Trailforks is an excellent resource, while Rails-to-Trails Conservancy is great for flat, easy rides. Always bring a trail map to ensure a safe and enjoyable ride.

Closest Trails to Wyckoff Cycle

• Ramapo Mountain State Forest (Oakland, NJ – 10 min)
  Type: Mountain & Gravel
  Distance: ~14 miles
  Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate
  Highlights: Reservoir views, fire roads, singletrack
  Parking: 265 Skyline Dr, Oakland, NJ
• High Mountain Park Preserve (Wayne, NJ – 15 min)
  Type: Mountain
  Distance: ~6 miles
  Difficulty: Intermediate to Expert
  Highlights: Rocky climbs, NYC views
  Parking: Red Trail lot, off University Drive
• Saddle River Pathway (Ridgewood, NJ – 10 min)
  Type: Paved (Family-Friendly)
  Distance: ~7 miles
  Difficulty: Easy
  Highlights: Scenic paved ride, multiple entrances
  Parking: 1133 E Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ
• West Milford Family Pump Track (West Milford, NJ – 30 min)
  Type: Dirt Pump Track
  Difficulty: Easy
  Highlights: Fun for all ages (BMX, MTB, Balance bikes)
  Parking: 30 Lycosky Rd, West Milford, NJ

Mountain Bike Trails

• Ringwood State Park (Ringwood, NJ – 30 min)
  Distance: ~56 trails
  Difficulty: Beginner to Expert
  Highlights: Fire roads, rocky climbs, technical descents
  Parking: Lot C or Shepards Lake area
• Jungle Habitat (West Milford, NJ – 35 min)
  Distance: ~26 trails
  Difficulty: Intermediate to Expert
  Highlights: Former theme park, technical features
  Parking: 109 Airport Rd, West Milford, NJ
• Allamuchy Mountain State Park (Stanhope, NJ – 45 min)
  Distance: ~32 trails
  Difficulty: Beginner to Expert
  Highlights: Diverse terrain, 3 trail systems:
  • Stephens – all skill levels
  • Allamuchy North – technical singletrack (Use Tranquility Lot)
  • Deer Park – Intermediate to expert
• Wildcat Ridge WMA (Rockaway Township, NJ – 50 min)
  Distance: ~33 trails
  Difficulty: Intermediate to Expert
  Highlights: Scenic overlooks, wildlife
  Parking: Bat Cave Lot, 1 Lower Hibernia Rd, Hibernia, NJ

Gravel & Rail Trails

• Columbia Trail (Long Valley, NJ – 50 min)
  Distance: 27 miles
  Difficulty: Easy
  Highlights: Crushed gravel surface, long scenic rides
  Parking: 296 Bartley Rd, Chester, NJ
• Paulinskill Valley & Sussex Branch Trail (Sussex/Warren County – 1 hour)
  Distance: 27 miles
  Difficulty: Easy
  Highlights: Rail trail with river views, farms
  Parking: Kittatiny Valley State Park, 199 Goodale Rd, Newton, NJ

Great Trail Resources 🌎

Looking for more trails? Explore routes, check conditions, and plan your next ride using these great tools:

• JORBA – Maintains NJ mountain bike trails
• AllTrails – GPS routes, difficulty ratings, reviews
• Trailforks – MTB-specific trail maps and ratings
• Rails-to-Trails Conservancy – Scenic rail trails
• MTB Project – Community-driven MTB guide
• TrailLink – Multi-use trail database
• Ride with GPS – Route planning and sharing
• Adventure Cycling Association – Long-distance bike routes
• Bikemap – Global cycling routes
• Komoot – Route planner and navigation
• Google Maps – Use the Bicycle layer to explore paths