Small but diverse, urban but agricultural, inland and coastal, industrial yet forested, New Jersey is a beautiful state of glorious contrasts. AMC’s Best Day Hikes in New Jersey features 50 hikes for all levels of skill and experience. The book’s at-a-glance trip planner highlights the best hikes near public transportation, that are universally accessible, good for winter sports, offer camping or picnicking, and more.

This fully revised guide includes expertly curated hikes along the rugged Kittatinny Ridge and Valley, the coastal flatlands and southern Pine Barrens, and more throughout the state’s array of ecosystems. Essays about the area’s natural and social history provide additional context for what you’ll see on your hikes. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or a family looking for a weekend outing, this new edition of AMC’s Best Day Hikes in New Jersey is indispensable for anyone enjoying the Garden State.