Dickerson Mine Preserve

Dickerson Mine Preserve

Located in Morris County, Mine Hill Township is best known for former resident and 12th Governor of New Jersey, Mahlon Dickerson. With some of the richest sources of iron ore in the country, the Dickerson Mine supplied much of the iron ore used during the American Revolutionary War.

The previous owners of the property now known as the Dickerson Mine Preserve were actively seeking to develop the property since the 1970s until its purchase by the Township 2006.

The Dickerson Mine Preserve is accessible from Canfield Avenue to the East from Green Road and Frank Street to the West. Parking is provided at the Mine Hill Beach parking lot found at the end of Green Road.

Maintenance is carried out by volunteers. Help us keep the trails in their best condition!

If this is your backyard or favorite place to ride, allocate your membership/donation funds to this Chapter.

Dickerson Mine Preserve, located in Mine Hill Township, New Jersey, is a 288-acre park offering a network of mountain bike trails suitable for various skill levels.

The preserve is historically significant as it was an iron ore mine during the Revolutionary War.

Today, it features approximately 11 miles of trails, with a total elevation descent of 940 feet.

Trail Overview:

King Mine Trail (Yellow): An intermediate-level trail offering a mix of terrain.

Marty Epstein Memorial Trail: A well-maintained flow trail with technical features, suitable for intermediate riders.

Canfield Mine Trail (Blue): An intermediate trail with diverse terrain, providing a good mix of challenges.

Ferromonte Trail (Red): An intermediate trail known for its technical features and flow, offering a fun ride for those seeking a challenge.

Dickerson Mine Trail (White): An easy loop trail, approximately 2.9 miles long, taking about 1 hour and 9 minutes to complete.