The Warren County Planning Department and Land Preservation Department have released nine updated trail maps for eight county parks.

The Warren County Park System now includes more than 2,900 acres with in excess of 21 miles of marked trails maintained for passive outdoor recreation.

“Warren County continues to protect its natural lands for the benefit of all residents, preserving our rural way of life,” Commissioner Director Jason J. Sarnoski said. “Updating these maps is part of our commitment to making these lands available for public use,” he added.

“Thanks to everyone for their hard work putting together these trail maps for the residents of Warren County,” Commissioner Lori Ciesla said. “One of the greatest things about Warren County is the ability to easily get outside, enjoy the fresh air and engage in a little exercise all while being surrounded by the beauty of nature. We hope our residents get to take advantage of these new trail maps and have many amazing hikes and adventures out there,” Ciesla added.

“These maps make it easier for residents and visitors to enjoy all that our parks have to offer. They reflect Warren County’s strong commitment to open space, ensuring that our natural areas remain accessible, protected, and a source of pride for the entire community,” Commissioner James R. Kern III noted.

The County’s three Natural Resource Areas – Marble Hill, Oxford Mountain, and White Lake – comprise about 1,698 acres with just over 11 miles of trails. Hunting is allowed in the Natural Resource Areas by permit. The White Lake Natural Resource Area also includes a 69-acre spring-fed lake where fishing and paddling are permitted.

Additionally, Warren County maintains six parks located along the Morris Canal Greenway (Lock Street, Port Warren, Bread Lock, Port Murray, Florence Kuipers, and Mount Rascal) which, when combined, total more than 740 acres with just over 10 miles of trails. Having preserved the largest portions of the Morris Canal in the State of New Jersey, Warren County has been a leader in protecting the historic canal since the 1980s.

“We’re excited to release these updated trails maps so that visitors can better navigate and enjoy our wonderful parks,” said Corey Tierney, Warren County Preservation Director. “Many thanks to the Warren County Planning Department for working with us on this project. We look forward to updating our various brochures and kiosks this season with these new maps. With warmer spring weather on its way, we encourage our residents to get outside and explore the many natural and historical treasures our county has to offer.”

“We are pleased to work with Land Preservation by providing mapping services to help our residents better explore the county’s splendid parks, trails, and heritage areas,” Planning Director David Dech said. “The updated maps show each site’s topography and the location of parking areas, available restrooms, and information kiosks to better inform the visitor of what each site offers. We look forward to assisting the Land Preservation Department in the development of future maps as more county parks are acquired.”

The maps are available at www.warrencountynj.gov/government/land-preservation-department/open-space-preservation-recreation/park-maps and a PDF can be downloaded for each map.