Located in what is known as the Skylands region of New Jersey, the Monument Trail gets it's name because it passes the base of High Point Monument, the highest elevation in New Jersey as well as the Kittatinny Mountains. The trail passes a number of points of interest including Lake Marcia, Cedar Swamp, High Point Monument, and also connects to the Appalachian Trail.
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| Location | High Point, NJ |
| Coordinates | 41.305254, -74.670057 |
| Elevation | 1,803ft+ |
| Difficulty | 3/10 |
| Popularity | Very High |
It can not be stressed enough to plan accordingly for venturing out into the wilderness whether it is for a multi-day backpacking trip or even for the simplest of day hikes. An innocent stray off course and an easy overlook of essential gear can result in disaster with life threatening consequences in an instant, even for the most avid backcountry trekker.