Up for a challenge? Join us as we attempt the Stonetown Circular Trail in Ringwood 3/17

3/16/24 Update:  It is forecast to be mostly a beautiful day, with a chance of some spotty showers in the afternoon. Bring a rain jacket to be safe :)

Ready for a challenge? Join a few of our hardiest (stubborn) members who actually enjoy walking a "natural roller coaster" of a trail, occasionally needing to climb with their hands, as they hike up steep parts of the well-marked trail.  

What: A heart-pumping adventure, up and down 10.4 miles of the famous Stonetown Circular Trail. 

Description from AllTrails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-jersey/stonetown-circular-trail

Recent Reviews: 

Feb 3rd 2024 "Very strenuous, 5 steep ascents and descents, hardly any flat sections and rough terrain. This is not a ‘walk in the woods’ with a well treaded and beaten path. The blazes are clearly marked just make sure you don’t blindly follow the stream path as there can be unexpected turns to stay in the actual trail as the path is strewn by rocks,branches, leaves and twigs. There is hardly any flat section as it’s mostly going up and down steep inclines and descents controlling poles will come in handy. On this old day even though the hike was strenuous it felt great once completed, please be patient with the hills and it will be a great workout and rewarding experience."

Another review : 1/14/2024 "Unbelievably challenging trail but by far the most rewarding feeling when you finish it. Awesome views and this hike definitely tests your technical ability. Trail was extremely muddy but that was expected with all the rain northern NJ got over the week. If you have the chance to do this hike, definitely do it."

When:  Sunday 3/17

Meet at: Stonetown Recreation Center Parking, Mary Roth Dr, Ringwood, NJ 07456

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VVP1tP3J1cuZq9Dr6

MEET AT 

Meet at 8:30am at the trailhead parking lot, which is: Stonetown Recreation Center Parking, Mary Roth Dr, Ringwood, NJ 07456

Who:Sober Adventurers, their families, friends, and dogs. 

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Difficulty: Mostly strenuous. Lots of up and down, with very little flat walking. Five steep ascents and descents. Over 10 miles long loop. 

Cost: A sense of adventure. 

Other: Bring hiking poles, a bagged lunch, 3 liters of bottled water is suggested, and snacks. Depending on the weather, dress in layers, and bring  a rain jacket, as the forecast has a passing shower in the afternoon as of 3/16. 

RSVP HERE