Map of The New Weis Center grounds


NY-NJ Trail Conference trail maps, printed on waterproof, tear-resistant Tyvek, and are available for purchase in our main building when staff is present.


"Hiking With Anne" - local hiking info, photos, links and resources, safety tips, more


Concerned about ticks and Lyme disease? Get the facts


Hunting is allowedin many NJ and NY state parks and forests, including the northern part of Norvin Green State Forest. Always wear bright colors such as orange or neon pink during hunting seasons. Learn more before you go!


Group Hikes

For group and guided hikes in the NJ/NY area, please see:

Photography by Anne Moore Siebecker

​​Guided ​​Hike
Our staff is first aid/CPR certified and ready to lead your group on a forest exploration. Our 152-acre property in the Highlands Region of northern NJ features a mountain stream, rugged terrain, diverse forest, ruins, and some nice viewpoints.

Up to 3 hours

$150 minimum fee (up to 10 people), additional $12/person over 10, up to 20 person maximum.

HIKING

"But in every walk with Nature one receives far more than he seeks."   ~John Muir, July 1877

​​​Hiking Near The New Weis Center

​Note: The New Weis Center is NOT part of any state, county or town park system.

Our 152 acre property is privately owned by The Highlands Nature Friends, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.


Norvin Green State Forest is adjacent to The New Weis Center property. Situated in the Highlands Region of Northern New Jersey, Norvin Green offers nearly 24 miles of trails, which feature great views, rugged terrain, waterfalls, and remains of old iron mines.


Norvin Green State Forest is open to hiking only; no bicycles or motorized vehicles. Hikers may park in the OUTER parking lot of The New Weis Center; parking is NOT allowed along Snake Den Road or in the inner lot near the Highlands Natural Pool.


The New Weis Center grounds and parking lot close at dusk; allow yourself plenty of time to get back safely before dark. Bring a map and follow the trail markers! Trail maps are posted at the Warner kiosks, at the entrance to Norvin Green. Note that cellphone reception may be poor while in the forest.

Hikers may follow the driveway and path through the Center's grounds and past the Highlands Natural Pool to access trails. If you are walking with a dog, please walk up to the end of Snake Den Road to access all trails. Dogs MUST be on a leash at ALL times, even when on the trails. Please carry out all your trash!


Hikers: be advised that there are NO public restrooms at The New Weis Center or near the entrance to Norvin Green State Forest.


Smoking and alcohol are NOT ALLOWED on The New Weis Center property!

​More information and Ground Rules for visiting the Center



​​Take only pictures, and leave only footprints!​​