Harrington Park is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, known for its commitment to preserving green spaces and its proximity to natural features like the Oradell Reservoir. The terrain primarily consists of woodlands, local parks, and access to regional trail networks, offering diverse outdoor experiences. This area provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
For those seeking things to do in Harrington Park, the region…
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hikers
3.03km
00:53
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.23km
00:40
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140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:02
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
54.2km
03:23
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.7km
01:35
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.4km
01:08
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
11.1km
01:04
210m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.6km
02:01
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400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.7km
01:48
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300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
13.5km
01:16
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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39
riders
35.0km
01:37
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23
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57.9km
02:39
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350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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73.6km
03:16
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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17.4km
00:54
80m
80m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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24
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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60.9km
03:38
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
61.8km
04:18
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
44.4km
02:39
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
12.1km
01:15
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.95km
00:43
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.44km
00:34
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.42km
00:34
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Harrington Park offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features more than 10 routes across these sports. These activities take place amidst local parks, woodlands, and areas near the Oradell Reservoir.
Hiking in Harrington Park includes trails within local parks and access to regional networks like Palisades Interstate Park. Options range from leisurely walks around the Oradell Reservoir to more challenging routes with elevation gain. Many paths traverse woodlands and preserved natural spaces. For more details, refer to Hiking around Harrington Park.
Easy hiking options are available, such as the 2.1-mile (3.4 km) loop via Lake Shore Drive around the Oradell Reservoir. The Ruckman Road & Wild Turkey Trail loop in Alpine, New Jersey, is another easier 3.3-mile (5.3 km) path combining roads and woodland tracks. For additional options, explore Easy hikes around Harrington Park.
More challenging hiking experiences are available in the nearby Palisades Interstate Park. The Red Dot Trail loop, for instance, offers moderate elevation gain over 6.4 miles (10.3 km). The "Giant Stairs" in the Palisades involve scrambling over large boulders and provide views of the Hudson River.
The region around Harrington Park is suitable for road and touring cycling, utilizing local roads and gravel paths. A popular touring cycling route is the Saddle River and Oradell Reservoir Loop, a 33.7-mile (54.2 km) trail. The "View of the Hudson River – Piermont Railway Station" loop is a 24-mile (38.6 km) trail showcasing varied landscapes. Find more options in Road Cycling Routes around Harrington Park and Cycling around Harrington Park.
While extensive mountain biking trails are not prominently highlighted directly within Harrington Park, the broader New Jersey area offers options. Users should check local regulations and trail conditions for specific mountain biking opportunities. For available routes, see MTB Trails around Harrington Park.
Harrington Park features several natural attractions, including the Oradell Reservoir, which provides scenic views and is a focal point for cycling and hiking routes. Pondside Park offers a large pond with wooded paths, and Beechwood Forest preserves one of New Jersey's largest stands of American beech trees.
Harrington Park's outdoor routes are well-regarded on komoot. More than 5,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.72 out of 5 stars for the available activities. The region has 16 total routes listed.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Harrington Park to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Hiking around Harrington Park, Road Cycling Routes around Harrington Park, and MTB Trails around Harrington Park. Other guides cover easy hikes, cycling, running, and gravel biking.
The official website for Harrington Park Borough, New Jersey, is harringtonparknj.gov. This site provides information about local government, services, and community resources.
The general phone number for the Borough of Harrington Park is +1-201-768-1700. This number can be used for general inquiries related to the borough.

