Things to Do around Paramus

Paramus offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region provides access to diverse natural landscapes, from paved paths to challenging trails. Komoot lists 11 routes in the area, with an average rating of 4.64 stars from more than 4,000 visitors.

The Paramus area features gently rolling hills and the Saddle River, which meanders through the region. Notable natural areas include Saddle River County Park, Van Saun County Park, and nearby Ramapo Valley County Reservation. These parks offer diverse environments for outdoor pursuits.

Popular hiking options include the paved Saddle River Pathway loop in Saddle River County Park, which is about 4.5 miles (7.2 km). Van Saun County Park also offers a 1.9-mile loop trail for leisurely walks. For more options, explore the Hiking around Paramus guide.

Yes, easy and family-friendly hiking options are available. The paved Saddle River Pathway in Saddle River County Park is suitable for all ages. Nearby Ramapo Valley County Reservation also features the Skyline Drive Trail, known for its accessibility. Consult the Easy hikes around Paramus guide for more details.

For more challenging hikes, Ramapo Valley County Reservation, a short distance from Paramus, offers trails like the MacMillan Reservoir Trail and the more demanding Tuxedo Ridge Trail. These routes wind through forests and provide scenic overlooks. The reservation caters to various experience levels beyond easy paths.

Touring cycling in Paramus often utilizes paved multi-use paths along the Saddle River. Routes include the Wild Duck Pond – Saddle River County Park loop (18.6 miles/29.9 km) and the Saddle River – Saddle River Pathway loop from Ridgewood High School (11.6 miles/18.6 km). These routes offer flat and scenic rides. More options are in the Cycling around Paramus guide.

While dedicated road cycling routes are not heavily highlighted within Paramus itself, the wider Northern New Jersey area offers scenic options. The paved paths used for touring cycling can also accommodate road cyclists. Routes around the Oradell Reservoir, such as the Oradell Reservoir – Lake Tappan loop, provide well-paved surfaces. Find more in the Road Cycling Routes around Paramus guide.

Mountain biking opportunities are available in nearby state parks. Ringwood State Park is noted for its technical singletrack, scenic water views, and challenging hills. While Paramus itself does not extensively list mountain biking trails, the region provides access to these more rugged options. Consult the MTB Trails around Paramus guide.

Komoot offers several guides for the Paramus area, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Paramus, Easy hikes around Paramus, Cycling around Paramus, Road Cycling Routes around Paramus, MTB Trails around Paramus, Running Trails around Paramus, and Gravel biking around Paramus.

Outdoor routes in Paramus are well-regarded on komoot. The region has 11 routes that have been explored by more than 4,000 visitors. These routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience.

The official website for the Borough of Paramus is paramusborough.gov. This site provides information about local government services and community resources.