NYC Region Archives

Best New York City Overlooks

There is nothing like New York City. The noise, the traffic, the hustle, and the bustle. And we all know New York has been dubbed

Visiting Sandy Hook Beach in New Jersey

Sandy Hook Beach is a stunning stretch of golden coastline within the Gateway National Recreation Area in New Jersey Monmouth County. It’s one of our

Top 10 Places & Things To Do Memorial Day Weekend In New Jersey

Explore New Jersey this Memorial Day Weekend with some of the top spots to hike in the Garden State. Make sure to be responsible with

Exploring the Natural Beauty of South Mountain Reservation in New Jersey

Nestled a few miles east of I-78 and the Parkway is an outdoor gem in South Mountain Reservation in Millburn/West Orange, New Jersey. This 2,000+

The Ultimate Guide To New Jersey Farmers’ Markets

New Jersey is known as the Garden State for a reason. Home to over 9,000 farms, NJ is a prime location for producing bell peppers,

Holland Ridge Farms: A Must-Visit Destination for Flower Lovers

With Spring comes flowers and more colors – and all that is on display when you visit Holland Ridge Farms in New Jersey. Where is

From Roller Coasters to Sculpture Parks: The Best Spring Family Activities in New Jersey

Spring is a wonderful time to explore the Garden State with your family. With the cold winter months finally behind us, it’s time to embrace

24 Unique Facts About New Jersey – We love #19!

There are plenty of memes and jokes about New Jersey, but this little state of ours packs a mighty punch regarding historical, cultural, and environmental

Photo Guide: Taking Long Exposure Photos

One of the fun things to do with landscape photography is take long exposures. Thereâ€™s something about the smooth texture that long exposure creates in

Explore These Haunted Spots this Halloween

These are some of our favorite haunted spots in New Jersey… or are they?

New Jersey Holiday Fairs, Markets & Festivals

Get ready for a fantastic holiday season here in New Jersey! With this guide, you can see everything our state has to offer â€” from

8 Best Places in NJ For Pumpkin Picking This Fall

The best part about fall is all the activities that come with it â€” apple picking, hayrides, leaves changing, andÂ everything pumpkin. Best Pumpkin Picking Farms

Capturing the George Washington Bridge from Fort Lee Historic Park

Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on reddit Share on pinterest Home to the busiest bridge in America, Fort Lee, New

Skip These Popular New Jersey Spots & Go Here Instead…

NJspots was started by the founder with the purpose of showing more people what New Jersey is all about and bashing stereotypes that the Garden

Get Outside and Avoid Crowds at These New Jersey Hiking Spots

If you’re trying to avoid crowds these days, here are some amazing spots all over New Jersey to get you out and about!

Exploring Palisades Interstate Park – Hiking with NYC Views

The Palisades Interstate Park is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Located in North Jersey, the park stretches from Fort Lee to

“Rail Trails” to Explore in New Jersey

Explore these railroad tracks-turned-hiking-and-biking-spots across New Jersey.

Hit the Trail with NYNJTC’s Hike of the Week

New Jersey is filled with trails â€” both long and short! â€” to get you exploring from the mountains to the shore. Whether youâ€™re a

Hudson County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Hudson County.

3 Ways to Discover the Wetlands in the Meadowlands

The Meadowlands may be known for the racetrack or the sports complex, but nestled next to the Turnpike and the Hackensack River is Richard W.

Morris County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Morris County.

4 Best North Jersey Spots to Watch Sunrise & Sunset

New Jersey has some top places to watch the sunrise and sunset. So sit back, relax, and watch the show at these amazing spots in

Passaic County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Passaic County.

2019 Summer Fairs and Festivals, NJspots Style

What’s more a celebration of summer than a night out under the lights, sounds, and smells of a good old fashioned carnival, complete with popcorn,

Bergen County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Bergen County.

New Jersey Border Hikes: New York Edition

Want a close-to-New-York adventure? Check out these hikes close to the Empire State border.

Hiking Hemlock Falls – Waterfall Hike in South Orange

Share It! Tweet It! LinkedIn Reddit Pin It! We get a lot of questions about this spot in South Mountain Reservation. And getting to this

How to Shoot Timelapses

Last weekend I hosted my first timelapse workshop for NJSpots. The workshop was hosted at Liberty State Park in New Jersey overlooking the Manhattan skyline.