Near Orange Reservoir Loop
The Orange Reservoir Loop is an excellent place to walk with your pet.
Near Orange Reservoir Loop
A view of the Orange Reservoir coming down the hill on the Zoo Loop, where it connects with the Orange Reservoir Loop.
Near Orange Reservoir Loop
This stream of running water starts at the Orange Reservoir and runs along the Turtleback Loop.
Near Orange Reservoir Loop
With spring, comes the vibrant colors along the loop road.
Near Orange Reservoir Loop
When it's foggy, the Orange Reservoir can be a gloomy, eerie place. The trees disappear in the distance, and it's hard to see across the small reservoir.

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Orange Reservoir Loop

5.0 (3 Ratings)
Easy, relaxed, nice views of the water.
1.7
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
ADA AccessibleFamily FriendlyFishingLakeViews

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Flatter
Steeper
1.67mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
338ft
High Point
329ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This is a short, easy, scenic looper around a reservoir in Essex County's South Mountain Reservation. The trails is flat and paved, with lots of benches to stop and rest on. Other singletrack trails connect with the reservoir loop and venture into other parts of the reservation.

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