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Lower Echo Lake – Watchung Reservation loop from Cranford

Lower Echo Lake – Watchung Reservation loop from Cranford

Moderate

4.9

(9286)

9,499

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Lower Echo Lake – Watchung Reservation loop from Cranford

02:18

50.8km

500m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 30, 2026

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4.91 km

Lower Echo Lake

Highlight • Lake

This is one of the two lakes that Echo Lake Park has to offer. You can observe people fishing, on pedal boats, or just enjoying the park. Lower Echo Lake features a nice waterfall that makes for a relaxing break.

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5.61 km

Upper Echo Lake

Highlight • Lake

Upper Echo Lake, also known as Nomahegan Brook, has a public restroom along a paved path that runs parallel to the north shore of the lake.

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11.2 km

Watchung Reservation

Highlight • Forest

The Watchung Reservation is a vast parcel of protected land in Mountainside, New Jersey. There are hiking trails, parks/picnic areas, playgrounds, a Nature Center, an abandoned village, and a lake.

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15.6 km

Little Seeley's Pond

Highlight • Lake

This little pond, in the north of Scotch Plains, is the perfect little getaway from the town. It features a nearby parking lot, public restrooms and a picnic area. Furthermore, …

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20.9 km

Best Lake

Highlight • Lake

Best Lake is a great, small lake near Watchung. If you are looking for a good place to take a break, there are benches around the perimeter of the lake for you to enjoy the view of the water.

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