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Loop Hike in Ramapo Valley County Reservation

  • Distance: 12.8 mi
  • Elevation gain: 529 m
  • Maximum elevation: 333 m
  • Elevation loss: 529 m
  • Minimum elevation: 157 m
  • Moving time: 4 h 37 m
  • Moving speed: 2.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.5 mph
  • Total time: 5 h 26 m
  • Global speed: 2.4 mph

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  • Distance: 12.8 mi
  • Elevation gain: 529 m
  • Maximum elevation: 333 m
  • Elevation loss: 529 m
  • Minimum elevation: 157 m
  • Moving time: 4 h 37 m
  • Moving speed: 2.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.5 mph
  • Total time: 5 h 26 m
  • Global speed: 2.4 mph

About this trail

Name: Loop Hike in Ramapo Valley County Reservation trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Tamarack Loop Trail, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, United States (41.04794 -74.25154)

End: Skyline Drive, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, United States (41.04804 -74.25167)

Coordinates: 41.04401 -74.25487 41.09410 -74.22482

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Gear up for your next adventure:

🎒Hiking Daypacks - Compact backpacks ideal for short hikes and excursions
🧰Survival Kits - Emergency tools for remote environments
🪢Paracord - Multi-purpose cord for camping and survival
🗺️Topographic Maps - Detailed maps showing elevation and terrain features
🧥Breathable Waterproof Jackets - Essential rain protection for the unpredictable British climate

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