Jersey City Connects | Beginner Hike (Sept) | Sourland Mountain
Event description
Join Jersey City Connects for a 5.6 mile hike at Sourland Mountain Preserve.
THE TRAIL
The Sourland Mountain Ridge Loop is a 5.6-mile hike near Hillsborough, New Jersey. With about 600 feet of elevation gain, this moderately challenging trail winds through rocky terrain, quiet forests, and boardwalks over wetlands, with highlights like massive boulders at Devil’s Half-Acre and Roaring Rocks.
If you have any questions about the hike, please message Hello@JerseyCityConnects.com.
TICKETS
Transportation is included in the ticket price! Your ticket price covers more than just the hike; it also covers the essential fees required to keep our organization running smoothly. Your support allows us to continue organizing fantastic outdoor adventures for everyone.
SAFETY
Our team will carry a fully stocked first aid kit, including bandages, Advil, Benadryl, extra electrolytes, and motion sickness medication, to help ensure everyone stays safe and comfortable throughout the hike.
PACKING LIST
Hiking Boots
Water: At least 1 liter (e.g., 3 Poland Spring bottles)
Snacks: High-energy options like trail mix, apples, jerky, etc.
Trekking poles: recommended for stability
Backpack
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Sunglasses
EVENT DETAILS
9:00 AM – Meet inside Le Cafe Coffee (444 Warren St)
9:15 AM – Depart for Sourland Mountain Preserve
10:15 AM – Arrive at the trailhead
1:45 PM - Finish Hike
2:00 PM - Head to Flounder Brewing
3:00 PM - Depart brewery
*Hoping to get everyone back by 4:30pm! This depends on our group pacing for the hike.
ABOUT US
Jersey City Connects was founded in September 2021. Our vision is to be the ultimate go-to platform for adults to foster new connections, discover new places, and inspire moments of happiness through our events, leaving a lasting positive impact on our community. Feel free to follow us on our social media platforms
PHOTO, VIDEO + AUDIO DISCLAIMER
Please note that photographs and footage will be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the company and its affiliates and collaborators for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media or in any third-party publication. By purchasing your ticket, you are granting permission for your photo to be used for all channels above.
CODE OF CONDUCT
At Jersey City Connects, we’re committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful space for all attendees. By joining our events, you agree to treat others with kindness, honor personal boundaries, and refrain from any form of harassment or inappropriate behavior. This includes, but is not limited to, unwanted comments, non-consensual touching, and aggressive or unsolicited messaging, both during and after the event. We have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and reserve the right to remove anyone who violates these guidelines. If you ever feel unsafe or uncomfortable, please reach out to a team member or email us at hello@jerseycityconnects.com. Our goal is to foster community built on safety, respect, and connection.
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