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Township in Sussex County, New Jersey, US
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Montague is a township in Sussex County, in the Skylands region of New Jersey in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States of America. It is located at "the top of New Jersey", including the highest point in the state, as well as being the furthest north of the State, being bordered by New York and the Delaware River, across from Pennsylvania.
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High Point
Beautiful state park (particularly in the fall) with hills and deciduous forest, lots of hiking, camping, cross-county skiing, swimming, fishing, and wildlife (particularly white-tailed deer and black bears, less commonly beaver, many birds can be seen including woodpeckers, wild turkey, pheasant, and large raptors such as eagles, hawks, and owls). Includes high point monument (the highest point in New Jersey), lots of lakes and streams. Largest state park in New Jersey.
Stokes Forest
Lush, beautiful old-growth forest, great views from Sunrise Mountain, especially in the fall. Lots of hiking, camping, cross-country skiing, swimming, horseback riding, fishing, boating, and wildlife. Includes portions of the Appalachian Trail.
By train
Take NJ Transit Port Jervis line all the way to Port Jervis from Hoboken or the Seacacus Transfer Station, all the way to Port Jervis NY.
By foot
The Appalachian Trail passes through Montague, hikers and backpackers are afforded beautiful scenery.
Primary transportation in Montague is by driving. There are a network of winding state and county roads. In winter it is wise to pay close attention to warnings concerning ice and cold weather.
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