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Verona Park – Christ Church Montclair loop from Watchung Avenue

Verona Park – Christ Church Montclair loop from Watchung Avenue

Moderate

3.1

(22)

riders

Verona Park – Christ Church Montclair loop from Watchung Avenue

02:05

46.8km

320m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.70 km for 173 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.79 km

Presby Iris Memorial Garden

Highlight • Natural

Presby Iris Memorial Garden is a vibrant and colorful space filled with dozens of iris varieties blooming in spring and summer. Enjoy riding or walking through to appreciate the beautiful flowers.

Tip by

4.90 km

Francisco Avenue

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a nice wide, well-paved road with space for cars to pass. You get a nice speedy downhill all the way from here to the Passaic River.

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41.5 km

This dam was constructed in 1814 to create the Verona Lake. The area used to be swamp land, but the land's owner wanted to create a grist mill, so the dam was added. Now, there is a walkway over the dam that gives you good views of the park and lake.

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41.7 km

Verona Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Verona Park is a 55-acre park that is part of the Essex County park system. There are several trails that run through the park, including the Lenape Trail. The park also has a lake, playground, picnic areas and a restroom.

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44.7 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 ride, with plenty of cafés and local spots to explore. A perfect detour if you’re looking for charm and calmer roads.

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46.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.7 km

7.06 km

3.37 km

1.06 km

427 m

202 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

42.1 km

4.28 km

360 m

132 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Sunday 12 July

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Verona Park – Christ Church Montclair loop from Watchung Avenue

Presby Iris Memorial Garden

Francisco Avenue

Historic Dam

Verona Park

Christ Church Montclair

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