High Point State Park and High Point Monument
The monument stands at New Jersey’s highest elevation, 1,803 feet above sea level. Park trails support hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and winter sports.
Things to Do Near High Point, NJ
High Point and Sussex County offer outdoor destinations, small-town stops, and activities for different seasons. Use this guide to plan time around High Point Mountain, explore nearby communities, and find practical resources for a visit.
A visitor’s overview of the area
High Point Monument stands at New Jersey’s highest elevation, 1,803 feet above sea level. High Point State Park has designated trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and winter sports. Lake Marcia is a 20-acre spring-fed lake with a lifeguarded swimming beach in summer.
Sussex Borough is surrounded by Wantage Township, whose rivers and streams are part of the Wallkill River watershed. Vernon, in the northeast corner of Sussex County, has preserved open space and a 20-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail. Find more ideas in the things to do guide and browse nearby towns.
Lake Marcia
This 20-acre spring-fed lake has a lifeguarded summer swimming beach. Its seasonal bathhouse operates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Appalachian Trail in New Jersey
The 20-mile Vernon section crosses Pochuck Mountain and Wawayanda State Park. Terrain ranges from gentle stretches to short, steep, rocky pitches.
Stokes State Forest
Stokes offers tent camping, lean-tos, and cabins, plus picnic spots at Kittle Field and Stony Lake. Sunrise Mountain is a place to watch spring and fall hawk migration.
Kittatinny Valley State Park
The park’s four lakes offer fishing, boating, and kayaking. Activities also include hiking, mountain biking, birding, and horseback riding.
Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge
The 2.5-mile Liberty Loop is used for wildlife observation and photography. The Wood Duck Nature Trail is wheelchair accessible for its first 0.6 mile.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
The recreation area stretches more than 40 miles. On the Pennsylvania side, the McDade Recreational Trail follows the Delaware River on a gravel path.
Mountain Creek
Mountain Creek describes itself as a four-season resort. Its listed attractions include snowtubing in Cobblestone Village and waterpark rides.
High Point Mountain Motel information
High Point Mountain Motel is at 1328 Route 23, Sussex, NJ 07461. The motel describes itself as pet-friendly and says it has been open since 1964. See the motel information page or visit its Facebook page for motel details.
Things to do and nearby towns
At High Point State Park, the monument marks the state’s highest elevation. Park trails accommodate hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, dog sledding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Lake Marcia’s summer swimming beach is lifeguarded; its bathhouse operates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more park details, visit the pages for High Point State Park and Monument and Lake Marcia. Vernon is described as a year-round outdoor destination. In Sparta, Lake Mohawk is the largest of 11 private lake communities. Newton has public parks, playgrounds, and sports fields. Explore more with the Sussex County towns guide.
Seasonal visit planning
Summer at Delaware Water Gap can bring hot, humid weather and pop-up storms. Lake Marcia’s swimming beach and bathhouse are seasonal, with the bathhouse open during the stated Memorial Day-to-Labor Day period. Check current conditions and operating details before setting out.
Fall foliage in Delaware Water Gap peaks sometime in October. Snow and ice are common there from December through March, and Mountain Creek lists a December-to-March season. Review the seasonal planning guide when choosing dates, and check current forecasts close to your visit.
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