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Summary: Take the blue trail. It crosses a stream and follows the power lines for a short distance, then turns right and begins a short, but stiff climb to the top of Pyramid Mtn. There are nice views of the NYC skyline here. The trail then flattens out and passes through a mixed hardwood forest. Continue on the blue trail, until you come to a junction with the white trail. From here its a short side trip to Tripod Rock, which is a large boulder that was plunked down on 3 smaller rocks by the last glacier. Then double back on the white trail and catch the blue trail again. It descends steeply, down a rocky slope and soon it reaches a wet area. It crosses a stream on a log bridge and passes by Bear Rock, one of the largest individual boulders in NJ. Turn left on the white trail, which follows Bear House Brook, then bear left on the red trail (this avoids the powerline route that the white trail follows). Follow the red trail back to the blue and the blue back to your car. Trailhead: Route 23 to exit for CR-511 (Boonton Ave). Take Boonton Ave south for just over 4 miles and the Pyramid Mountain visitors center is on your right. Park here and catch the blue trail. (Lat:40.94727 Lon:-74.38695) Trail Guides for Pyramid Mountain Loop: Circuit Hikes in Northern New Jersey by Bruce Scofield (NY/NJ Trail Conference) Best Hikes With Children In New Jersey by Arline Zatz (Mountaineers Press) New Jersey Walk Book by NY/NJ Trail Conference (NY/NJ Trail Conference) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Morris County Park Commission 973-326-7600 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Brian Sniatkowski, who has posted 35 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 3 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by RS on 3/23/2008 Instead of turning back at tripod rock, continue on the white trail for 1/2 a mile or so and make a right at orange. You will come out on a rocky ledge with a great view - a good place for a short stop. Continue on the orange trail as it descends the ridgeline towards the reservoir. Orange trail hugs the edge of the reservoir. Look for beaver activity. At end of orange trail, follow yellow for a few hundred yards until it rejoins blue near the bridge back to the parking lot. 
Reviewed by Hemal on 3/22/2008 A very easy, pleasant trail. We went there in early March and although the day was rainy, nevertheless we still enjoyed. The tripod rock is amazing - out of this world. In the middle of nowhere the rock stood out as if it was placed by an alien or something. Really marvelous. If you go to Pyramid mountina you must go and see the Tripod rock. The town of Booton is very quaint small town. Don't forget to stop at Heavenly Temptations coffee shop on Main st.
Reviewed by Josh K on 3/15/2008 did a trail run in the crisp spring air; 7 pm is a great time as the sun fades over the views. blue trail to yellow and back to parking, nice quick hour after work
Reviewed by JZingis on 2/18/2008 Took the hike on 2/17/08 aftre a slight thaw. Trails were still a little slippery. The 2 hr. turned into 3.5 hrs. with stops to take in the views. Went blue past the red and enjoy a relatively steep scrable up the mtn, then took yellow down to Bear Rock (what a boulder). Then went to tripod rock up the white/blue, another relatively steep climb. Tripod rock was impressive and John Zingis noted how unique it was and couldn't help but go uner for a phot opp. Returned to base via the yellow trail. Will go again in spring to see the flowers, a good jike for each season.
Reviewed by WKnapik on 2/6/2008 I started out on the blue and white trails but quickly veered off for a more challenging hike.It was a fun hike, but I think when I come next time it will be in the spring.Considering the oddball way I took to Tripod Rock and the stopping for pictures, the whole hike still only took me a shade under two hours.Well worth the trip, but go when it's warm.
Reviewed by tk on 2/3/2008 best local hike IMO (we live within 30 mins)....if you go follow this trail - youll see the 3 point of interest (bear rock, tripod rock, whale head rock) start on the blue trail, to the yellow, to the yel/blue, blue, red on white, blue, red, blue... will take 2-3 hours
Reviewed by Josh K on 12/10/2007 Did a loop on the Blue trail to the white trail, then red trail back to the white trail and finishing in the blue trail to the parking lot. Great short hike for those days when you don't have too much time. Finished in under 2 hours with many stops for some nice views along the way, and a moment of awe at Tripod Rock. I will be back again as I now live 10 minutes from here.
Reviewed by Cindy on 10/2/2007 My daughter Shannon (29), her friend Staci (25), and I (46), decided to challenge ourselves and take part in life. We took this hike on Sept. 30, 2007. And I have to say it felt good to actually feel we accomplished something besides sitting on the couch! A little rough for first time hikers but we had a good time! I would do it again! However, the next day I became a couch potatoe again! I was too sore to do anything! Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: New Jersey Hiking, New Jersey Trails, New Jersey Hikes, Morris County Hiking, Morris County Trails, Morris County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||