Lenape Trail (Watchung Section)
452 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092
34 miles of trails
Hike the shaded Watchung section of Lenape Trail in Mountainside, New Jersey, a 34-mile path connecting Essex County parks. Leashed dogs enjoy access to water fountains, convenient parking, and trash cans along the route. Bring your own leash and waste bags as backup.
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- Park
- Lenape Trail (Watchung Section)
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Mountainside, New Jersey
- Coordinates
- 40.6864, -74.3697
- Trail miles
- 34
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.6 / 10 — Solid
- 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
- · 34 miles of trail
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Dog policy
34-mile trail connecting Essex County parks (Watchung to South Mountain to Branch Brook). Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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