Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary
11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville, NJ 07924
276 acres · 3 miles of trails
Along the River Trail and Field Loop at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary in Bernardsville, New Jersey, leashed dogs navigate the 276-acre Passaic River site. The sanctuary offers shade, water, parking, and trash cans. Keep pets leashed to protect wildlife.
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- Park
- Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Bernardsville, New Jersey
- Coordinates
- 40.7117, -74.5544
- Size
- 276 acres
- Trail miles
- 3
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.1 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 276 acres of room
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Dog policy
NJ Audubon's 276-acre sanctuary along Passaic River. Leashed dogs on River Trail + Field Loop.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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