Lower Echo Lake – Upper Echo Lake loop from Metuchen

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Lower Echo Lake – Upper Echo Lake loop from Metuchen

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Lower Echo Lake – Upper Echo Lake loop from Metuchen

02:53

49.4km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 9 m for 5 m

After 49.4 km for 5 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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15.3 km

Rahway River Park

Highlight • Parking

Rahway River Park is a small, but very pretty, park on the September 11th National Memorial Trail, which is part of the East Coast Greenway. This scenic little park is …

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17.6 km

Jackson Pond

Highlight • Lake

Jackson Pond is a large pond fed by the Rahway River. The banks of the ponds are popular with local wildlife. There is a small parking area right here where …

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23.7 km

Nomahegan Park Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This park is one of the 36 Union County parks and includes a Multi-use Path, Fitness Trail, Softball Field, Soccer Field, Restrooms, and Wi-Fi. It serves as a nice stopping …

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27.2 km

This is one of the two lakes that Echo Lake Park has to offer. You can observe people fishing, on pedal boats, or just enjoying the park. Lower Echo Lake features a nice waterfall that makes for a relaxing break.

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27.9 km

Upper Echo Lake

Highlight • Lake

Upper Echo Lake, also known as Nomahegan Brook, has a public restroom along a paved path that runs parallel to the north shore of the lake.

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31.7 km

Mindowaskin Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Mindowaskin Park is a tranquil, 12.5 acre suburban park. This is a popular place to finish a ride and relax on a bench by the pond in the center of the park.

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48.5 km

Perth Amboy Branch Trail Intersection

Highlight • Trail

This is the intersection of Perth Amboy Branch Trail and the Middlesex Greenway. It is a great place to start a walk or take a break before continuing on during a longer walk.

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49.4 km

End point

Train Station

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