Norvin Green State Forest
One of North Jersey's most rugged trail systems. Portions extend into Bloomingdale, while major trailheads also lie in Ringwood and West Milford.
Visiting Bloomingdale
A good base for Highlands hiking, lakeside scenery, local restaurants and quiet parks, with easy access to the broader Wanaque Reservoir region.
Things to See & Do
Mayor Dunleavy Memorial Park
50 Glenwild Avenue. A 44-acre Passaic County park with marked trails, picnic areas, wetlands, birding and leashed-dog access.
Bogue Pond Park
Neighborhood playground, picnicking and community-event space.
Sloan Park
Central green used for festivals, ceremonies, movie nights and holiday activities.
Delazier Field
Active-recreation complex for sports, community events and seasonal programs.
Main Street
Pair an outdoor visit with the borough's current restaurants, bakery and independent businesses.
Lodging & Overnight Stays
Star Lake Camp & Conference Center
268 Macopin Road. Salvation Army-operated camp, retreat and conference facility with group lodging, meeting spaces, dining and recreation. It is oriented to camps, retreats, conferences and organized groups rather than conventional transient hotel stays.
Short-Term Residential Rentals
Private vacation rentals occasionally appear in Bloomingdale. Verify local rules, parking, occupancy and any lake-access claims.
Nearby Hotels
Conventional hotels are more plentiful in neighboring Route 23 / I-287 communities and should be treated as nearby rather than in-town lodging.
Outdoor-Trip Planning
Norvin Green is not a casual paved park. Trails can be steep, rocky and strenuous, and hunting is permitted in designated areas. Use a current trail map and appropriate footwear.
Parking
Use designated public parking for county and state park access rather than private lake roads or neighborhood shoulders.
Lake Access
Many shoreline areas are residential or association-controlled. Respect posted restrictions.
Events
Check the borough calendar if you want to combine a visit with a festival, 5K, movie night or seasonal celebration.
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