There are lots of great hiking trails with waterfalls in New Jersey. However, have you ever wondered, “Are there any easy-access waterfalls near me?” Well, we’ve got some great news: the answer is yes! It’s true, there are some unbelievable New Jersey waterfalls hiding in plain sight – no hiking required! 1. Buttermilk Falls, Stokes State Forest This impressive cascade has a developed viewing area right off the parking lot and is wheelchair accessible. For even better views, there are stairs up to an elevated platform. Read more about this waterfall on the New Jersey State Park Service website. 2. Crystal Springs Resort, Sussex County The biosphere complex at Crystal Springs Resort is New Jersey's very own slice of paradise. You'll feel as if you're in the tropics year-round at this indoor/outdoor pool, which offers a variety of waterfalls - each more impressive than the next. The above video just begins to do it justice. Read more about this waterfall on the Crystal Springs Resort website. 3. Great Falls, Paterson Part of Great Falls National Park, these powerful falls can be admired by anyone. For a unique perspective, you can view the falls from the footbridge crossing the Passaic River. Read more about this waterfall on the National Park Service website. 4. Bass Pro Shops, Atlantic City Atlantic City does everything bigger and better, so it should come as no surprise that there is a stunning 2-story waterfall hidden away here. What is surprising, though, is that these magnificent falls are located not among the glitz and glamour of the boardwalk, but in a sporting goods store. Visit Bass Pro Shops on Christopher Columbus Boulevard for to see the breathtaking display. Read more about this waterfall on the Bass Pro Shops website. 5. Little Falls, Little Falls Located in the center of town, Little Falls is not so little. Created by a dam, these falls are quite impressive. Read more about this waterfall on the Township of Little Falls website. 6. Tinton Falls, Tinton Falls Though these may not be the biggest falls, they sure are lovely. They're also the highest elevated falls along the Atlantic Coastal Plain. Check them out from the overlook at 741 Tinton Avenue. Read more about this waterfall on the Tinton Falls website. 7. Great Falls, Hillsborough There are several spectacular waterfalls in Duke Farms, Great Falls being one of the most impressive. While you CAN hike (or bike) to these falls, they are also just a short walk from the tram stop. Read more about this waterfall on the Duke Farms website. 8. Lambertville Falls, Lambertville This easily accessible waterfall is created by a canal lock, and visitors can even cross a footbridge over the falls for an interesting perspective. Read more about this waterfall on the Lambertville website. Address: Mountain Road, Mountain Rd, Walpack Township, NJ, USA Address: Crystal Springs Resort, 1 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ 07419, USA Address: Great Falls, Paterson, NJ, USA Address: Little Falls, NJ, USA Address: Tinton Falls, NJ, USA Address: 1112 Dukes Pkwy W, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844, USA Address: Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA Address: 30 Christopher Columbus Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA
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When you think of New Jersey, you think of people. Lots and lots of people. However, there are towns across the great Garden State that are shockingly small. What's so great about the "Great Garden State?" Where do I start? Roadside farm stands, dynamite diners, the finest wineries and craft breweries, cuisine that make other states envious, diversity, four seasons, the beaches and the boardwalks, the list goes on and on. I think we get stuck in our bubble and forget that there are parts of Jersey that are "off the beaten path," and many most likely like it that way. For example, I live in Toms River. I love it here, but it's always busy in Toms River. When I want to escape but not have to go far, I just hang a right on Route 37 and enter a little gem called Island Heights. Every time I'm in Island Heights, I feel like I'm on vacation. It's a cute little town with lots of charm and amazing views of the Toms River. Not all of these towns you'll see on this list are small in size. This go around we're focusing on population. There are actually towns in our state that have official populations in the single digits. Many of these towns will be new to you. They were new to me. Others are well known but have very few people living there for good reason. You'll see why. FAR HILLS Located in Somerset County, Far Hills is 5 square miles and has a population of 927. HI-NELLA - With a population of 867, this Camden County town is 0.231 square miles. ROOSEVELT - Monmouth County's Roosevelt is 1.920 square miles and has a population of 854. BLOOMSBURY - Just shy of 1 square mile, Bloomsbury sits in beautiful Hunterdon County and has a population of 846. STONE HARBOR - This popular South Jersey shore town has 822 year round residents. WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP There are a couple of Washington Townships in New Jersey. This one is in Burlington County. While it's large in size at over 100 square miles, the population is a small 815. INTERLAKEN A hidden gem in Monmouth County, this coastal town is 0.3 square miles and boasts a population of 801. WRIGHTSTOWN Consisting of lots of farmland, Wrightstown in Burlington County has a population of 785 BRANCHVILLE - Located in far North Jersey, Branchville is home to 783 folks. DEAL This upscale Monmouth County beach town is a popular summer destination for many. However, it only has 783 year round residents. GREENWICH TOWNSHIP Made mostly of wetlands and farmlands near the Delaware River, Greenwich Township has a population of 712. ROCKY HILL Just over a half a square mile, Somerset County's Rocky Hill is home to 688. BARNEGAT LIGHT A popular destination for many with Old Barney as an attraction, Barnegat Light only has a population of 587. ANDOVER BOROUGH - Only 587 people live in this small Sussex County town. WEST WILDWOOD - We've all heard of Wildwood, but off shoot West Wildwood is home to only 566. ROCKLEIGH - 1 square mile in Bergen County and a population of 534 FIELDSBORO Fieldsboro is part of Burlington County - population 531. STOCKTON Don't confuse this town with the school. This town of 520 is in Hunterdon County. CORBIN CITY Even though Atlantic County's Corbin City is 7.7 square miles, it is only home to 500. SHILOH Home to many produce farms, Cumberland County's Shiloh has a population of 497. ALLENHURST When one thinks of Monmouth County shore towns, rarely does Allenhurst come to mind. It's probably better than way. Population: 489 MILLSTONE Not to be confused with Monmouth County's Millstone, this one is in Somerset County. Population: 420. HARVEY CEDARS In the summertime, the population of Harvey Cedars in in the tens of thousands. Year round it's only 342. CAPE MAY POINT Located at the tip of the Cape May Peninsula, and home to the Cape May Lighthouse, Cape May Point has 279 residents. MANTOLOKING This upper class Ocean County shore town has a year round population of 257. LOCH ARBOUR Monmouth County's Loch Arbour is a tucked away beach town with a year round population of 183. TETERBORO When you hear Teterboro, usually one thing comes to mind. Airport. That why this Bergen County town only has a population of 69. PINE VALLEY Famous for its controversial golf course, Pine Valley is pretty much all golf course. Only 11 people live there. WALPACK TOWNSHIP It's hard to believe there is a town in New Jersey with a population of 6. Welcome to Sussex's Walpack Township. TAVISTOCK
How can the tiniest town in New Jersey be 5 square miles? Easy, it's a golf course with 5 people living on it. How this qualifies as a town is beyond us. Whether you're selling your home for the first time or you're an experienced guru who knows all the tricks of the trade, there are a myriad of ways in which sellers can increase the value of their home before the appraiser arrives. (bring out that checklist of to-dos). And no, we're not talking about your impeccable staging, the fresh coat of paint on the exterior or the Marie Kondo-like organization in your closets and pantry. While the scent of fresh-from-the-oven cookies may dazzle buyers during showings, this one minor-yet-critical detail might be the culprit that's lowering the value of your home. The One Kitchen Color to Avoid A recent Zillow study found that homes with bright red kitchens sell for $1,500 less than other colors. Don't fret just yet! A full gut renovation of your kitchen may not be needed to get a great offer, but it doesn't hurt to add a few upgrades here and there, including a fresh coat of paint (more on that in a sec). Buyers are attempting to envision their life when they walk through your home, and sometimes the imagination is deterred by the details like personal taste, clutter or family photographs. Real estate brokers know that most people experience difficulties seeing the bigger picture, so if you want to get the biggest bang for your buck, it's critical to present your home in a way that can resonate with all buyers. Other colors to avoid? On top of X-ing bright reds, steer clear of bright green, bright yellow and pink. Zillow's study found that kitchens painted these colors hurt buyers' intentions to purchase and overall decrease the likelihood of offers. The biggest takeaway here: Red and other bright colors might read too loud for buyers' taste. The Kitchen Color That Increases Value
Instead of a red kitchen, try white. White brings a fresh, bright palette to the kitchen and is the most attractive for potential homeowners. In fact, it was found that light, neutral colors will increase interest in a property as well as potential offers. Buyers are able to visualize themselves in the home with their own furniture and hopeful memories without getting taken aback by personal taste preferences. A neutral palette also makes a space appear more open and spacious, allowing the house to sell itself. If white may be too bland for your taste, try an off-white or light yellow. Still not able to give up color? The study found that dark gray, dark red and dark green sparked a similar increase in buyer interest. Who knows, a quick white paint job just might be the trick that will have them saying, "Let's make an offer!" That and, well...cookies of course. RELATED: THE ONE TIKTOK HACK THAT ADDS VALUE TO YOUR HOME, ACCORDING TO A DESIGNER |
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