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Whites Pond – Sussex Branch Trail loop from Mount Olive

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Whites Pond – Sussex Branch Trail loop from Mount Olive

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4.8

(5724)

18,383

riders

Whites Pond – Sussex Branch Trail loop from Mount Olive

06:30

72.1km

390m

Cycling

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

Last updated: June 15, 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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4.86 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.

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12.5 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.

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19.5 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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25.9 km

The Sussex Branch Trail is a 21-mile multiuse trail. The trail follows an old railroad corridor and runs between Branchville and Byram. The path is unpaved and changes between dirt, grass, and cinder.

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27.8 km

Sussex Branch Trail

Highlight • Trail

Amazing single trail that goes on for miles

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50.0 km

Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area

Highlight • Natural

Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area is a 2,300 acre nature preserve along the Paulinskill River. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including eagles, herons, turtles, and bobcats. …

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59.1 km

Kittatinny Valley Park

Highlight • Forest

Kittatinny Valley Park is a popular outdoor recreation area. It has several lakes, including Lake Aeroflex, the deepest natural lake in New Jersey. There are several miles of hiking trails …

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72.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.6 km

27.7 km

3.89 km

3.31 km

2.04 km

519 m

Surfaces

62.7 km

7.13 km

1.57 km

702 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 24 June

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Whites Pond – Sussex Branch Trail loop from Mount Olive

Sussex Branch Trail

Whites Pond

Wooden bridge over Paulins Kill River

Sussex Branch Trail

Sussex Branch Trail

Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area

Kittatinny Valley Park

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