Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge - Sussex, New Jersey

Edi G.

Muy lindo exelente

David V. D.

2 loop trails. North 1.7 miles, south loop 1 mile. I took North Trail, which was easy. Most is though an old farm field. At one point is goes next to the Wallkill river. Lots of old dead trees for birds to perch in. I went December 30, 2024, will return in spring when more animals and birds should be out.

James F.

What a terrific location which will help anyone reconnect with nature. It’s a perfect place for everyone interested in nature and wildlife photography; offering a wide variety of flora and fauna.

Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge was established to conserve and enhance populations of wildlife and their habitats, to protect and enhance water quality, and to provide opportunities for wildlife-dependent recreation and research.

The refuge conserves the biological diversity of the Wallkill Valley by protecting and managing land, with a special emphasis on forest-dwelling and grassland birds, migrating waterfowl, wintering raptors, and endangered species. The North American Waterfowl Management Plan identifies the Wallkill River bottomlands as a priority focus area for waterfowl management within New Jersey.

Regina J.

Saw lots of birds, especially red-winged blackbirds. It was a nice walk on flat terrain. The boardwalk leads into some lush green areas...feels other-worldly, like you might see a pixie hiding under a giant leaf!

Sindy C.

Nice views of changing leaves and mountains but probably would be best to go in late fall/ winter. When I went, there were numerous spider webs that attached to our face and arms within 2 minutes of starting the trail... It continued the whole way through. There were portions where we sprinted through just to get it over with but either way you were covered in spider webs. Also, Everytime we took a step, we'd see grasshoppers jumping from all different directions. Lastly, because of the swamp, I bet this place is infested with mosquitoes during the summer which is why late fall or winter would be the best time to do think hike. Since the trail is flat and practically a square (around the swamp) this would be without a doubt an easy trail even if it were covered in snow. If you go, there's a cool brewery about 5 minutes down the road on the NY side. They even allow dogs.

Sam S.

Two and one half hike over flat land, a loop that goes from New York state into New Jersey and then back into New York. Saw a pair of sand hill Crain's at some distance.
Definitely worth the trip.

edithcastro1000

Very relaxing and peacefull trail ...there are ducks all over the ponds..and birds...scene is just beautiful...the trail is clear that you can even run.

Melanie T.

It leads you nowhere, not much to look at everything is overgrown it's a nice flat Trail for like exercising or maybe a bike ride but it's not very appealing probably won't be back.