Hilltop Reservation – Verona Park loop from Verona

Mountain biking trails

United States

New Jersey

Essex County

Hilltop Reservation – Verona Park loop from Verona

Easy

5.0

(8208)

14,904

riders

Hilltop Reservation – Verona Park loop from Verona

01:31

18.5km

200m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 17.6 km for 26 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

5.14 km

Hilltop Reservation Mountain Bike Trails

Highlight • MTB Park

This 284-acre area is dedicated to preserving the natural surroundings and is a popular destination for hiking, running, and biking. It boasts miles of trails with varying elevation changes, featuring nice hills and passing by several picturesque ponds.

Tip by

7.44 km

Hilltop Reservation

Highlight • Forest

Tip by

13.2 km

West Essex/Caldwell Branch

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

16.8 km

Verona Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Verona Park is a 55-acre park that is part of the Essex County park system. There are several trails that run through the park, including the Lenape Trail. The park also has a lake, playground, picnic areas and a restroom.

Tip by

17.1 km

Historic Dam

Highlight • Monument

This dam was constructed in 1814 to create the Verona Lake. The area used to be swamp land, but the land's owner wanted to create a grist mill, so the …

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17.3 km

Verona Lake

Highlight • Lake

Verona Lake is a beautiful 13-acre lake in the park with the same name. Boating and fishing are allowed on the lake, and there is a trail around the perimeter of the lake that is great for a run.

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17.8 km