Waterfall on Electric Brook – Mountain Trail Overlook loop from Long Valley
Waterfall on Electric Brook – Mountain Trail Overlook loop from Long Valley
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Waterfall on Electric Brook – Mountain Trail Overlook loop from Long Valley
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6.65km
190m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 26, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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288 m
Lake George (George Lake)
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
991 m
Waterfall on Electric Brook
Highlight • Waterfall
Tip by
1.34 km
View of Schooley's Mountain and the waterfall
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
1.38 km
Mountain Trail Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
5.84 km
Schooley's Mountain County Park
Nature Reserve
6.65 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.05 km
389 m
182 m
Surfaces
5.09 km
960 m
571 m
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Elevation
Highest point (330 m)
Lowest point (190 m)
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Description
The Waterfall on Electric Brook – Mountain Trail Overlook loop from Long Valley is a fantastic choice if you're looking for an easy, high-reward hiking experience. This 4.1-mile (6.6 km) route, with 612 feet (187 metres) of elevation gain, offers a diverse journey that you can comfortably complete in about 1 hour and 58 minutes. It's perfect for families or anyone wanting significant natural beauty without an overly strenuous effort, making it one of the more rewarding hiking trails in Electric Brook Long Valley.
What to expect on Waterfall on Electric Brook – Mountain Trail Overlook loop from Long Valley
This loop takes you through a varied landscape, starting with the tranquil Waterfall on Electric Brook, a peaceful highlight. As you follow Electric Brook, you'll navigate a steep, bouldery gorge filled with unique rock formations and majestic boulders; this section is particularly rocky and can feel moderately challenging despite the overall easy rating. Many hikers recommend taking the trail clockwise, hiking up Electric Brook, as it's considered an easier ascent. Beyond the brook, the path leads to the Mountain Trail Overlook, providing expansive views of the surrounding valley and distant hills. You'll also pass George Lake and small cascades, with the fall foliage being especially stunning if you visit at the right time of year.
Planning your visit
This family-friendly hike is located within Schooley's Mountain County Park in Long Valley, New Jersey. Parking is available at the trailhead, though it's always wise to arrive earlier on busy days. The trail offers a good reward-to-effort ratio, providing significant natural beauty for a relatively short hike. For the best experience, consider visiting in the warmer months when you can enjoy rock-hopping and wading in the waterfall pools, or during autumn for spectacular fall foliage.
Trail details
- Distance: 4.1 miles (6.6 km)
- Elevation gain: 612 feet (187 metres)
- Difficulty: easy
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 58 minutes
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