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Schiff Nature Preserve

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Schiff Nature Preserve
4.5
5 reviews
#1 of 1 things to do in Mendham Township
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
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Restaurants
15 within 3 miles
Sammy's Ye Old Cider Mill
123
1.7 mi$$$$ • American • Steakhouse
Simple Coffee
17
2.2 mi$ • Cafe
The Black Horse Tavern & Pub
257
2.3 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Sapori D’Italia
10
2.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza
Colonial Pantry
7
2.3 miItalian • American • Deli • Healthy
Sorrento's Pizza
11
2.3 miPizza
Mendham Creamery
4
2.3 miDessert • Cafe
Bahar Cafe
1
2.4 miQuick Bites • African
Cafe Sapori
53
2.9 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Coco Luxe
58
2.9 mi$$ - $$$ • Bakeries • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly
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Attractions
35 within 6 miles
Bluebird Farm Alpacas
32
2.4 miFarms
The Ralston General Store Museum
6
1.5 miSpeciality Museums
Natirar Park
48
Parks
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
65
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Hacklebarney State Park
103
State Parks • Parks
Willowwood Arboretum
38
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The Episcopal Church of St. John on the Mountain
2
2.3 miReligious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Parks Farms
5
2.1 miFarms
Cross Estate Gardens
21
Gardens
Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill
70
Farms
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MitchPhyllis65
Morristown, NJ6,211 contributions
April Visit
Apr 2022
We had been to the Schiff Nature Preserve years ago during the summer months, so our visit in April was different looking. They were still preforming spring clean up. Many of the plants, bushes, and trees in the meadow and along the trail were just starting to bloom. We enjoyed the fresh air and sunny day during our hike through the great meadow and up to lookout point and back.
Written April 20, 2022
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Janis S
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Hidden gem for some great hiking
Jun 2016 • Friends
A former Boy Scout national training center, Schiff is now a Natural Land Trust supported by membership and donations. Over 6.5 miles of trails through various habitats are open to the public. Some buildings are still standing from the Boy Scout days making their discovery an extra fun part of the hikes. Guided hikes and classes are offered too.
Written June 19, 2016
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TwoBirch
Mendham, NJ46 contributions
Peaceful Afternoon of Nature
Jun 2017 • Couples
One of the best places in New Jersey to go for a walk. Meandering trails, lots of birds and beautiful foliage. Especially nice in Autumn!
Written September 25, 2017
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MitchPhyllis65
Morristown, NJ6,211 contributions
Enjoyed the Hike
Jul 2016 • Couples
Recently my wife and I took the dog for a lovely hike on several of the tails in the Schiff Nature Preserve. Before starting we visited the Nature Center and picked up a map and asked if dogs were allowed. Pets must be leashed at all times which works for us. Since it was going to be a hot day we began our hike in the morning and only went to the Great Meadow to see the wild flowers and up to Lookout Point in the wooded area. Next time I would like come back when it’s cooler and check out the Revolutionary War Encampment and Marker area, and in the winter to get a better view from Lookout Point.
Written July 16, 2016
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FamReun2013
North Plainfield, NJ167 contributions
Nature Preserve
Jun 2016 • Couples
This is a former Boy Scout camp which has been converted to a nature preserve. There is a small nature center and a number of color coded hiking trails. We did part of the blue trail which is an old road through the woods and the white meadow loop. In June there were a number of wildflowers in bloom and we saw squirrels, chipmunks, birds, butterflies and bees while we walked. The preserve is on a mountainside so the trails do have a grade to them.
Written June 20, 2016
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