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Stairway to Heaven via Appalachian Trail / 8+ Mile

Date and Time
Date / Time
Sat, Dec 13, 2025
9:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Location
Location
Appalachian Trail Boardwalk
893 County Rd 517
Vernon Township, NJ
Organizer
Organizer
Nature and Outdoors
Category
Category
Nature, Sports & Fitness
Stairway to Heaven via Appalachian Trail / 8+ Mile
Join us for a beautiful hike through two iconic sections of the Appalachian Trail, Pochuck Valley Boardwalk and the Stairway to Heaven climb to Pinwheel Vista. This route has everything: wetlands, farms, meadows, forests, boardwalks, and a rewarding panoramic summit view.

* Distance: 8+ miles
* Elevation Gain: \~1300Ft
* Difficulty: Hard

What to bring:

* Sturdy shoes or hiking boots
* Water and light snacks
* Layers for changing weather