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Bonnabel Nature Park

📍 Old Tappan, NJ

★4.6(57 Google reviews)💰FreeđŸ‘ļAll ages

A 2.75-mile wooded loop trail in Old Tappan with flat terrain, well-marked paths, stream views, and hidden mountain bike tracks. Dog-friendly throughout. Free entry with very sparse parking - arrive early.

✓ Dog friendly✓ Easy flat trails✓ Well marked✓ Stream views✓ Free entry✓ Local gem

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for local families with dogs who want an easy, scenic nature walk on flat, well-marked trails. The 2.75-mile loop is manageable for children who can handle moderate distances on foot. Arrive early to secure one of the very sparse parking spots. The stocked trout stream adds interest for older kids.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Arrive early - parking is very sparse and fills quickly
⏰Trails are well-marked and mostly flat with small slopes
đŸŽŸī¸Dogs are welcome throughout and the trail is very dog-friendly
🚗The full loop is approximately 2.75 miles - plan for a leisurely pace with children

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.6
★★★★★

57 Google reviews

G Reviews from Google

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Robert Folkers

a year ago

★★★★★

“Awesome spot to walk. I bring my dog there. I wonder why someone covered the cool old cars with sticks??! Such a shame, they were really interesting, and gave the hike even more character. The stream runs along most of the trail. 10/10 dog friendly, low impact, nature walk.”

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shelswanderlust

2 years ago

★★★★★

“Lovely place to walk my dog and listen to birds chirping.”

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Patton's Paths

4 years ago

★★★★★

“Nice walk through the woods that wasn't too crowded. Saw a few dog walkers and that was about it. Nice dirt mountain bike track hidden in the woods near the back loop. A full loop around the outside is about 2.75 miles. Worth it if you are local but I wouldn't go out of my way to take a trip here.”

đŸ’Ŧ What parents mention

Dog-friendly throughoutEasy flat well-marked trailsScenic stream viewssparse parking

Overview

Bonnabel Nature Park offers a 2.75-mile loop through wooded terrain with mostly flat paths, a few bridges over wet areas, and a stocked trout stream running along most of the trail. Well-marked paths and a hidden mountain bike track near the back loop add variety. The park is very dog-friendly and free to enter, making it a popular local walk - parking fills quickly.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday06:00-21:00
Tuesday06:00-21:00
Wednesday06:00-21:00
Thursday06:00-21:00
Friday06:00-21:00
Saturday06:00-21:00
Sunday06:00-21:00

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