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Christ Church Montclair – Brookside Drive loop from Watchung Avenue

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Christ Church Montclair – Brookside Drive loop from Watchung Avenue

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3.2

(5)

62

riders

Christ Church Montclair – Brookside Drive loop from Watchung Avenue

04:44

77.3km

660m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 14 m for 20 m

After 77.3 km for 20 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

2.19 km

Christ Church Montclair

Highlight • Religious Site

Montclair is a quiet neighborhood that offers a refreshing break from the urban buzz of Newark. Tree-lined streets, historic homes, and small parks make it a great place for a …

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2

14.9 km

Brookside Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Brookside Drive is closed to car traffic on Sunday mornings, making it a peaceful ride with views of Campbell's Pond. There's a nice downhill if you start at the north end of South Mountain Reservation.

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3

17.7 km

Diamond Mill Pond

Highlight • Lake

This is a lovely tranquil next to Diamond Mill Pond and within the woods. At this spot you there is a parking lot which you will be able to see …

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4

36.8 km

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Enjoy an exhilarating downhill ride through scenic swampy lands, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of this refuge. The route offers a unique and picturesque biking experience through diverse landscapes.

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62.6 km

West Essex Park

Nature Reserve

B

77.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

50.2 km

15.6 km

8.28 km

2.59 km

294 m

210 m

175 m

Surfaces

62.9 km

13.7 km

401 m

269 m

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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