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Explore the History of the Garden State on Hunterdon County’s 579 Trail
A summer road trip with my mother along New Jersey’s 579 Trail, a 25-mile stretch of country road from Bloomsbury to Lambertville, was a great way to shake off the cabin fever of quarantine and explore the agricultural roots of the Garden State. County Road 579, as it is formally known,…
jerseydigs.comHunterdon’s Unique Bicycling Opportunities
HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ – From winding country roads, quaint towns, villages, and historic sites, to beautiful scenic vistas and gorgeous natural resources, Hunterdon County offers amazing riding for bicyclists of all ages and abilities. goHunterdon, the local non-profit dedicated to sustainable transportation, mobility, and safety, has launched a new website, www.bikehunterdon.org,…
tapinto.netHunterdon’s 579 Trail is a Day-Tripper’s Dream
Roaming through rows of blueberry bushes, I’m on the hunt for perfect blue gems among the glossy leaves. It’s pick-your-own season at Phillips Farm in Milford, one of the dozens of farms and vineyards that make Hunterdon County a destination for day-trippers. Hunterdon’s new agritourism program, the 579 Trail, features destinations along or…
njmonthly.comCentral Jersey Has Become a Bicycling Mecca
Did you know that Central New Jersey offers some of the most fabulous bicycling opportunities in the United States, just an hour from New York City and Philadelphia? Discover the Garden State’s “other shore,” along the Delaware River, or explore the 70-mile D&R Canal State Park towpath, or peddle along…
discovercentralnj.comHoliday Magic along Hunterdon’s 579 Trail - Fireside Seating, Festive Farms, Christmas Trees, Artisan Gifts, and Fresh Local Food for the Holiday Table
A journey along Hunterdon County’s 579 trail is a magical way to enjoy the holiday season. The vineyards, farms and specialty markets are dressed up with fresh evergreens, twinkling lights, and warm hospitality. Along the way, you can take a photo with Santa, snuggle with a goat, cut down a…
tapinto.netThis Waterfall Road Trip Through New Jersey Is A Must
New Jersey is pretty tiny, so we often leave the state for road trips. While that’s all well and good, there are some pretty epic drives you can take without ever leaving our borders. We have well over a dozen different waterfalls to enjoy, each one unique. Though it would…
onlyinyourstate.comThings To Do in Clinton, NJ: Small-Town Charm, History, and Culture
For many locals, one of the most picturesque spots in Hunterdon County is Clinton. This New Jersey town boasts lovely views of the Raritan River running through the historic downtown area, and a majestic red mill that’s one of the most-photographed buildings in NJ. Clinton is just 1.5 square miles, but what it loses in size it makes…
mommypoppins.comBe like George Washington and cross the Delaware River, to Lambertville, N.J.
A far less congested view of the Delaware lies a mere 1,053 feet away, via the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge, a six-span steel-truss bridge that connects New Hope with its New Jersey riverside counterpart, Lambertville. The contrast between the touristy atmosphere back in Pennsylvania and the insider, small-town feel of Lambertville is…
washingtonpost.com4 N.J. restaurants named James Beard Awards semifinalists
Five New Jersey restaurants were named semifinalists for 2022 James Beard Awards on Wednesday, including one national honor. Four chefs from three New Jersey restaurants were also named semifinalists for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic, a region that includes Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington, DC. Joey Baldino from Italian restaurant Zeppoli in Collingswood,…
nj.comA bite-sized guide to Milford
Driving on the Upper Black Eddy-Milford Bridge heading toward New Jersey, you get a sense of the history of the Milford area as you approach Bridge Street. The line of buildings, many well-preserved from decades past, can conjure a time when it was a covered bridge for much of the…
jerseysbest.com5 Historic & Scenic New Jersey Train Rides
BR&W #60 has been carrying passengers around Hunterdon County since 1965. Originally, this coal-fired steam locomotive was built in 1937 for the Great Western Railway of Colorado. Today, BR&W’s passenger trains connect Flemington, Ringoes and Bowne. During the fall season, they offer Pumpkin Junction rides which include an hour at Everett…
thedigestonline.comHunterdon County launches Craft Beer Trail
The craft brewing scene in New Jersey has grown substantially over the past decade, and in picturesque Hunterdon County, craft breweries now dot the map in seven towns. Each of these hometown breweries are popular with their local community members and beer enthusiasts alike, yet each has its own unique…
nj.comExploring the Lambertville Graffiti Train
I’m probably giving away my age when I say that while heading out to find the Graffiti Train in Lambertville, I was silently humming “Casey Jones” by the Dead in my head. I’d seen pictures of the train before but never actually made the trip. An unseasonably warm Oct. day seemed like…
njspots.comNew Jersey’s best tourist town for all 4 seasons
Lambertville was just named best winter destination in New Jersey by lifestyle and entertainment website 24/7 Tempo. I wholeheartedly disagree. It is the best destination at ANY time of year. If you’ve never been, you’re really missing out on one of the state’s treasures. Aside from Lambertville’s history and architectural charm, its…
nj1015.comFrenchtown, New Jersey Is Being Called One Of The Best Small Town Vacations In America
A vacation in a small American town is unlike any other vacation. You’re guaranteed peace, local charm, and unique activities. So recently, Esquire named some of the best small American town vacations in the country. One New Jersey town made the list: Frenchtown. And honestly, we can see why. f you’re…
onlyinyourstate.comA guide to spending 12 Hours in Lambertville
It’s more than a mere turn of phrase to say that Lambertville is sitting pretty along the banks of the Delaware River. It’s an observation backed by numerous travel journals and a proclamation of Forbes magazine’s list of the “Top 15 Prettiest Towns in America.” Yes, in America. A walk through Lambertville conjures that Rockwellian notion of harmony, good-natured fun and a comforting…
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