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Summary: Take the white blazed Todd Trail on the east side of Skyline Drive (trailhead is directly across from parking lot). The trail descends through a rocky forested area and soon meets, then leaves a woods road. Continue on the white trail to a nice overlook with views of the town of Oakland below. Retrace your steps and pick up the yellow blazed trail on your right. The trail will skirt a swampy area and pass by scenic Lake Todd (a great spot for a lunch break). The trail then climbs to a grassy area (gypsy moths and recent droughts have killed most of the trees here). Continue on the yellow trail and it will begin a gentle descent back into the forest. Soon you'll hear the sound of a brook in front of you, as it cascades over a series of small waterfalls. The trail crosses the brook just above the falls. A short bushwack to your right will take you past the falls. Return to you car by retracing your steps. Trailhead: Take Route 287 to Skyline Drive exit. Continue on Skyline Drive and park at 2nd (upper) parking lot (on left). (Lat:41.04683 Lon:-74.25029) Trail Guides for Ramapo Overlook to Lake Todd and Waterfall: New Jersey Walk Book by NY/NJ Trail Conference (NY/NJ Trail Conference) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Ramapo Mountain State Forest Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Brian Sniatkowski, who has posted 50 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Donald on 9/26/2010 It is unclear where the yellow trail leads... 
Reviewed by JL on 6/1/2010 Either my friends and I are seriously slow and out of shape or the person who did the initial description of this hike is a monster trail runner. The overall hike time is closer to 3 hours, not 1.5. The trail itself is very pretty and well maintained. The falls are tiny but lovely. For you dog-lovers, the trail is definitely dog-friendly. Our dachshund was able to attack the steepest grades unassisted and was able to get over the occasional log with ease. One more note - wear hiking boots for this trail, which is very rocky is most areas. Thin-soled "trail shoes" will not be your friend on this one.
Reviewed by gg on 4/11/2007 I hiked this trail yesterday. The over look has a nice view of Oakland. Lake Todd has beautiful flowers growing in it.... The waterfalls were beautiful.... small in size, but the water was very clear. I recommend this trail, especially on a clear sunny day. 
Reviewed by RonT. on 2/19/2007 I can't wait to see the Lk Todd Falls. RonT. 
Reviewed by Cuban on 4/14/2005 The hiking trails are ok, but don't go on the higher trail because you will get lost. There were people lost there for about a day. Nothing really to see thats really special.
Reviewed by Mary M. on 11/8/2004 Nice views from the overlook. The falls are actually a series of small waterfalls. As you walk upstream you'll see several. Very nice when the water is flowing. 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, Passaic County Hiking, Passaic County Trails, Passaic County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
