Start your New Year right on a self-guided family friendly hike in the State Park woodlands at the NJ State Botanical Garden. Weather permitting; you can climb to the Mt. Defiance overlook and return, or choose our alternate hike without a climb. Wear sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothes, small children may need to be carried. Start at the Carriage House Visitor Center at NJBG between 1pm and 2pm to pick up a map and hike directions. Allow about 90 minutes for a good hike. Snow or excessive cold cancels.

Difficulty Moderate - 1 mile (Natural and compact surface, flat)

Age All ages are welcome. Dogs on a leash are welcome.

Registration Registration is Not required.

Meeting Location: 5 Morris Road, Ringwood NJ 07456