Trail

Ramapo Valley County Reservation - Vista Loop

Mahwah, NJ

Length: 3.50 mi.

Type: Loop

About This Trail

[Total: 7 Average: 3.6/5]

Vista Loop Trail is a 3.5 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located in the Ramapo Valley County Reservation. The trail features a lake, waterfall, several vistas, and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from April until November. Dogs are able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

This trail can be done as a loop or as an in/out to the waterfall (which is crazy fun in the Summer!!)

Trail Features

Surface type	Dirt
Stroller friendly	No
ADA accessible	No
Water fountains	No
Bathrooms	No
Cell reception	Excellent
Pet friendly	Yes
Nearby convenience store	No
Camping Nearby	No
Emergency support within 5 miles	No

Trail highlights

Creek / River, Lake, Mud Puddles, Natural Play Area, Picnic Area, Viewpoint, Visitor Center, Waterfall, and Wildlife Viewing

Fee & Parking Details

Fee : $0.00

DO NOT PARK ILLEGALLY. You will be ticketed and it’s a $75 ticket. There’s a large lot, but on lovely days it gets packed. Sometimes there is overflow parking in the nearby church.

Trail Contributor

Melanie Lekaj

[Total: 7 Average: 3.6/5]

I’m Melanie, Branch Ambassador for HiB Ringwood & Bergen County, NJ. I hike with 4 little wildlings who love being outside as much as possible.

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