The Top 13 Lakes in Passaic County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Passaic County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Passaic County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: December 2, 2025
Ramapo Lake
Highlight • Lake
Ramapo Lake offers spectacular views over the water and surrounding rock formations. It's also a popular place for anglers and paddlers to get out on the water, although swimming is prohibited.
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Barbour Pond
Highlight • Lake
Barbour Pond is the biggest reservoir within the Garret Mountain Reservation. The park features hiking trails that travel on both sides of Barbour Pond and are often utilized by those …
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Surprise Lake
Highlight • Lake
Surprise Lake is a decently sized reservoir in Abraham Hewitt State Forest, but it's not nearly as big as its neighbor Greenwood Lake. Because it's a bit smaller, the lake …
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Monksville Dam
Highlight • Monument
Nice views and good break point to rest or take pictures especially if Skyline Dr is taken from Oakland since the climb is not easy (9% avg). Ringwood Ave is much easier.
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Ringwood State Park
Highlight • Forest
Ringwood State Park encompasses ponds, streams, specialty gardens, and historic manors, offering visitors a diverse range of things to do. Ringwood Manor, a historic site within the park, offers tours …
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Shepherd Lake
Highlight • Lake
Shepherd Lake is a beautiful lake in a very scenic setting. There is car parking here, and nearby is some greenspace with benches and some trees, not that many, but …
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Butler Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Butler Reservoir is located in the north of Apshawa Preserve and has a size of approximately 40-acres. The red trail, one of numerous trails of the preserve, leads all the way around the reservoir.
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Glasmere Ponds
Highlight • Lake
Very peaceful pond located in a wooded area. It is a great place to stop for a break to enjoy the tranquility of nature.
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Glasmere Ponds
Highlight • Lake
Very peaceful pond located in a wooded area. It is a great place to stop for a break to enjoy the tranquility of nature.
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Glasmere Ponds
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Very peaceful pond located in a wooded area. It is a great place to stop for a break to enjoy the tranquility of nature.
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