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Whites Pond – Jefferson Lake loop from Mount Olive

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Whites Pond – Jefferson Lake loop from Mount Olive

Moderate

4.9

(5317)

10,645

riders

Whites Pond – Jefferson Lake loop from Mount Olive

03:29

40.3km

260m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 25, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Kittatinny Valley State Park

Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.82 km

Sussex Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Sussex Branch Trail is unpaved and traverses roughly 20 miles through farmland, forest and towns in Sussex County. The trail goes through many quiet areas and is pretty flat.

Tip by

12.8 km

Whites Pond

Highlight • Lake

A tranquil escape for hikers, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts exploring the scenic Sussex Branch Trail. It's wildly popular for wildlife viewing and birding.

Tip by

20.1 km

Wooden bridge over Paulins Kill River

Highlight • Bridge

Great, small wooden bridge over Paulins Kill River. The river is very narrow and not very deep at this point, so the bridge is a short walk to get across. …

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34.0 km

Sussex Branch Trail — Allamuchy State Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Sussex Branch Trail is a 21-mile-long trail that runs from Branchville to Byram. This section of the trail runs through Allamuchy State Park and is mostly flat. The trail passes through some beautiful woodlands and several lakes.

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36.4 km

Jefferson Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is a beautiful lake. It is a very pleasant spot for a hike.

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36.7 km

Climb from Jefferson Lake towards White Trail

Highlight • Climb

A short uphill trail that connects Jefferson Lake with the White Trail.

Tip by

40.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.1 km

15.0 km

4.86 km

3.17 km

1.48 km

702 m

Surfaces

30.5 km

7.99 km

969 m

846 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

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Whites Pond – Jefferson Lake loop from Mount Olive

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Sussex Branch Trail

Whites Pond

Wooden bridge over Paulins Kill River

Sussex Branch Trail — Allamuchy State Park

Jefferson Lake

Climb from Jefferson Lake towards White Trail

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