Garret Mountain Reservation, a 568-acre recreational area, situated more than 500 feet above sea level provides sweeping views of northern New Jersey and the New York City skyline. This beautiful park, operated by the Passaic County Parks Department, offers park visitors a wide range of recreational activities and facilities. These facilities include an equestrian center, athletic fields, fishing, picnic grounds, jogging paths, and trails for cross country skiing, hiking and running. At the Garret Mountain Equestrian Center, residents can take horseback riding lessons or ride on the park's bridle paths. A Therapeutic Riding program is also available. Lambert Castle and its Observation Tower, two of Passaic County's many historical treasures are also located in Garret Mountain Reservation. Lambert Castle is open to visitors, please click here for further information. The Observation Tower, which is slated for renovations, is closed to the public at this time.