1383 Macopin Rd
West Milford, NJ 07480
West Milford, NJ 07480
973-440-5972 for lodging
Historic inn suites above/alongside The Vreeland Store, with direct-booking lodging and convenient access to hiking, lakes and state parks.
Visit the Heart of the Highlands
Visiting & Lodging
West Milford is one of Passaic County's premier outdoor destinations. Its forests, lakes, reservoirs, Appalachian Trail access, historic sites and mountain roads make it a natural fit for hiking, boating, fishing, paddling, cycling and quiet lake-country getaways.
Visitor profile: West Milford works especially well for hikers, paddlers, anglers, cyclists, boaters, history travelers and people looking for a nature-oriented overnight stay within reach of the New York metropolitan area.
Major outdoor destinations
Wawayanda State Park
Large state park with Wawayanda Lake, hiking, paddling, fishing, camping, swimming and Appalachian Trail access.
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
Historic ironmaking village, forest trails and access around the Monksville Reservoir area.
Norvin Green State Forest
Rugged hiking destination with steep trails and scenic Highlands overlooks.
Abram S. Hewitt State Forest
Forested hiking and Appalachian Trail connections in the township's northern lake country.
Apshawa Preserve
Preserved watershed land with trails, forest, scenic water views and a quieter hiking experience.
Greenwood Lake
Large interstate lake supporting boating, marinas, fishing, waterfront dining and seasonal recreation on the New Jersey and New York sides.
Monksville Reservoir
Scenic reservoir popular for paddling and fishing, with dramatic forested shorelines and access near Long Pond Ironworks.
Bubbling Springs
Township-run seasonal swimming and recreation area with day camp, paddling programs, concerts and community activities.
Wallisch Homestead
Historic property with almost 100 acres of trails, wetlands and meadows, open to the public for passive recreation and community programming.
Stay in West Milford
81 Otterhole Rd
West Milford, NJ 07480
West Milford, NJ 07480
973-697-0494
Small inn/B&B on Blueberry Point with current 2026 lodging evidence.
550 Snake Den Rd
West Milford, NJ 07480
West Milford, NJ 07480
973-296-9494
Rustic tent campground and picnic area on wooded acreage near Norvin Green State Forest.
Short-term rentals: West Milford has a meaningful vacation-rental market around Greenwood Lake and other lake communities. The Township requires short-term rental registration and related zoning/fire documentation; visitors should book only appropriately registered properties.
Get on Greenwood Lake
1880 Greenwood Lake Tpke
Hewitt, NJ 07421
Hewitt, NJ 07421
973-728-1681
254 Lakeside Rd
Hewitt, NJ 07421
Hewitt, NJ 07421
973-728-9611
538 Lakeside Rd
Hewitt, NJ 07421
Hewitt, NJ 07421
973-728-9100
871 E Shore Rd
Hewitt, NJ 07421
Hewitt, NJ 07421
973-506-4876
538 Lakeside Rd
Hewitt, NJ 07421
Hewitt, NJ 07421
973-464-3784
Heritage & local stops
West Milford Museum
Local museum in the town-center area with exhibits and special displays interpreting West Milford's history.
Long Pond Ironworks
Historic district preserving the ruins and surviving structures of an ironmaking community that shaped the region.
Greenwood Lake Airport
The local airport adds aviation activity to the township and is home to the West Milford Airport Diner.
Plan before you go
West Milford Tourism & Township InfoCurrent events, township updates, outdoor links and visitor information.
NJ State Parks & ForestsCurrent alerts, trail rules, camping information and park conditions.
West Milford RecreationBubbling Springs, seasonal programs, community recreation and current activity information.
Outdoor safety: West Milford's trails and lake country can be rugged and remote. Check weather, fire restrictions, trail closures and water conditions; carry water and navigation; and do not rely on cell service everywhere.
Make a West Milford weekend of it
Pair hiking, paddling or lake time with NJTGO's local Food & Drink guide and town-center business directory.
Food & DrinkBusiness & ShoppingVisitor and lodging information reviewed in September 2026. State-park access, campground operations, boat rentals, lake rules, inn availability and short-term-rental requirements can change; confirm before traveling.