By John Lovell in March, 2007
As of 2007 the Randolph Trail System has grown to 15 miles with a new section to open this month. See map at
www.randolphnj.org scroll down to Parks & Recreation
By Fred in July, 2002
"The town of Randolph has established a nice, lengthy network of trails though undeveloped areas, parks, school grounds, and, when necessary, along connecting roads. The surfaces are about equally divided among paved blacktop and moderate sized gravel (beginning to pack). Many of the parks have restroom facilities (real ones!) and water fountains. Some apparently even have concession stands, should you happen by during a game on the playing fields!
There are maps available at many parking access points. I would strongly suggest obtaining a map. The trails can be very hard to follow on some of the roadways, since diamond lanes have not yet been painted on most roads. There are some helpful signs along the routes, and it seems more are being added. There are scattered benches and memorial plaques. A summer benefit is that most of the off-road routes are well shaded. Parking is plentiful, but difficult to find without a trail map.
This is an interesting area for hiking and biking. The terrain is generally level with some gentle hills.
Rates an 8 out of 10!
Fred"
By Tony in June, 2002
"My assumption is that in an attempt to keep grass and weeds at bay, and to facilitate proper trail surface drainage, Randolph Township officials elected to deploy loads of gravel along the entire trail route.
The good news is that there are no blades of grass or weeds popping out of the trail surface. Nor is there any standing water on the trail. The bad news is that all of that loose gravel makes bicycling very difficult and potentially dangerous.
So, bikers might want to look elsewhere for an enjoyable place to ride until the gravel settles. The Black River Wildlife Management Area's 4-mile long rail trail is very close by to Randolph and might be a better alternative; especially for beginning bicyclists."