Watchung Reservation, Protected forest area in Union County, New Jersey, United States
The 2000-acre Watchung Reservation extends between ridges of First and Second Watchung Mountains, containing valleys, forests, and numerous hiking trails.
The Lenape Native Americans named these mountains Wach Unks, meaning high hills, and left evidence of their settlements along rivers and in volcanic caves.
The Deserted Village within the reservation features murals by Roberto de la Selva from the 1920s, showing Mexican people in daily activities.
Visitors access the 6-mile History Trail from Trailside Nature Center, Lake Surprise, or the Deserted Village, following pink markers to explore historic locations.
The reservation includes a pine plantation of 16000 trees, placed in straight rows by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s.
Location: Union County
GPS coordinates: 40.69454,-74.36500
Latest update: May 15, 2025 07:09
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