Appalachian Trail
Hike the Kittatinny Ridge through the northern Sussex highlands and connect with the wider trail network toward New York or south through New Jersey.
Montague Township
Visiting & Lodging · Appalachian Trail, Delaware River and camping
Visiting & Lodging in Montague Township
Montague is one of New Jersey’s strongest outdoor gateways, with the Appalachian Trail, Delaware River, High Point landscape, Old Mine Road history and camping all close together at the state’s northern tip.
Things to Do
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
River access, hiking, scenic drives, historic buildings and Old Mine Road exploration.
Foster-Armstrong House
320 River Road
M.A.R.C.H. museum and local-history programming on select dates.
Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse
501 Route 206
Historic stone house and former schoolhouse interpreted in cooperation with the National Park Service.
High Point State Park
Trails, lake recreation and access to New Jersey’s highest-elevation landscape immediately south/east of the township area.
High Point Golf Club
342 Shore Drive
Golf, lake scenery and clubhouse dining.
Camping & Outdoor Stays
Lake Haven Campground
205 River Road · 973-552-4755
RV, tent and cabin/tiny-home campground. The property currently states that it is temporarily closed for renovations, so confirm reopening before planning a stay.
Mountain Top RV Park
59 River Road · 973-903-3791
Family-oriented RV campground close to I-84 and Delaware River recreation.
Sawmill Lake Campground
High Point State Park
State-park camping with 50 family campsites, generally open April 1 through October 31. Reservations and current conditions should be checked through NJ State Parks.
Backpacking & River Camping
Appalachian Trail backpacking and designated Delaware Water Gap river camping operate under state/federal rules and reservation requirements where applicable.
Visitor Tips
- Cell service can be limited in parts of the Delaware Water Gap and mountain areas.
- Check current river conditions before paddling or fishing.
- State and federal public lands may have different parking, camping, pet, fire and hunting-season rules.
- High Point weather can be substantially colder and windier than lower elevations.
- Port Jervis, NY and Milford/Matamoras, PA provide additional lodging and dining outside the township.
Hospitality & Attractions
Own a visitor attraction or lodging property physically located in Montague Township? Contact NJTGO.