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Visiting Hopatcong State Park in New Jersey

Share It! Tweet It! LinkedIn Reddit Pin It! One of the smaller parks in the state, Hopatcong State Park is a great spot in North Jersey to check out. Here are some of the best areas to check out in the park. Where is Hopatcong State Park located? Located in Landing, New Jersey and minutes off […]

The Best Spots for Frozen Photos in New Jersey

Sometimes, the coldest days in New Jersey are the best days to take photos! So grab your camera and head out to these frozen places (and set up these frozen scenes!) to get the best reflections, snowy scenes, and more across the Garden State. Before you go out, learn to prevent cold weather damage with […]

Downtown Dreaming in Montclair

Planning a day trip to North Jersey? Find yourself in Montclair, a college town with perfect blends of city and suburban lifestyles.

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 NJspots-follower favorite waterfall is easy! There are also a few things you can do here: Play with your dog in the shallow falls Explore the top of the falls Continue […]

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. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brian Youchak (@timelapse_travels) The weather was absolutely perfect for time-lapses and we got some good shots over the afternoon/evening. As a […]

Capturing the George Washington Bridge from Fort Lee Historic Park

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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 Jersey is a great place for cityscape photographers and hikers alike. Palisades Park runs parallel to Manhattan in this area, while also offering great views of the New York City […]

Visiting Eagle Rock Reservation – Overlook of New York City

Check Out the NYC Overlook If you need a new place to explore, check out Eagle Rock Reservation,! located in South Orange There’s something to do for the whole family, whether you want to get your hiking boots dirty, have a picnic, or set up your tripod. This spot is amazing day and night, so […]

15 Amazing Outdoor Hangout Spots in New Jersey

Share It! Tweet It! LinkedIn Reddit Pin It! If you’re looking for spots to hang your hammock, get outside (safely!) with friends and family, or just chill for the day, this is the article for you. Check out this list of outdoor hangout spots, which has everything from fields with a city view, to short […]

Take An Autumn Stroll Through Chester, NJ

Looking to celebrate all of the wonderful feelings that come with enjoying fall in New Jersey? Look no further than historic Chester! Teeming with charm and style, Chester’s main thoroughfare offers an abundance of specialty shops and unique dining experiences.

Basking Ridge: Your Gateway to the Outdoors

Basking Ridge is your gateway to many outdoor spots in New Jersey. Its proximity to highways 78, 287, and 206 help you explore quickly and efficiently all over Somerset, Morris, and Union counties! PLACES TO VISIT Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge https://www.instagram.com/p/ByilCYHnVZx/ The Great Swamp is just that — a giant swamp! You can hike, bird-watch […]

Roadside Photo Spots: North Jersey

New Jersey is a treasure chest filled with wonders – if only you have the spirit to look for them. Here’s a small sampling of amazing road-side attractions to photograph.

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 Alpine and offers a variety of activities for all seasons. If you’re looking to take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding area, there are several lookout points worth checking […]

Afternoon Antiquing in Lafayette

Sometimes stopping by a small town leads to an afternoon of North Jersey antiquing and chocolate, and that’s what I found when visiting Lafayette, New Jersey.

Tour Clinton, New Jersey: a Town of History & Charm

Clinton is a small town that is located within the charming rural countryside of Hunterdon County, New Jersey — you may know it from its landmark, the Red Mill. Explore the history of this this quaint town with us.

Sussex County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographer’s scavenger hunt of Sussex County.

Discover Waterfalls at Apshawa Preserve

The word “apshawa” translates to, “upon the mountain.” This is a very fitting name for this preserve in West Milford; because there certainly is magic in the mountains here.