28 hiking trails within 100 miles of Trenton, from Baldpate Mountain and the NJ Highlands to New Jersey's own High Point and New York's Hudson Highlands
Downtown Trenton itself sits low along the Delaware River, but head north and the NJ Highlands rise within the hour — Baldpate Mountain, in the Ted Stiles Preserve, is just 41 miles and a 54-minute drive, often named one of the best hikes near Trenton. That's only the southern tip of the system: it continues north through Jenny Jump, Schooleys Mountain and Wawayanda before topping out at High Point, New Jersey's own state high point, 77 miles out. Push a little farther and New York's Hudson Highlands come into range too, with Bear Mountain and Anthony's Nose still inside a two-hour drive.
This guide covers all 28 trails within 100 miles of Trenton, sorted by actual distance from real trailhead coordinates — not the city center. Each trail includes:
Perfect for a quick morning hike
The NJ Highlands' gentler routes, great for beginners and families
More climbing, still a manageable day trip
Worth the extra drive — north to New Jersey's own High Point and into New York's Hudson Highlands
Sorted by distance from Trenton
