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5 Places You Must Visit If You Live In NJ

A few of the best places that New Jersey has to offer

Sarah Larsen
Aug 29, 2016
University of Rhode Island
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5 Places You Must Visit If You Live In NJ

Welcome to New Jersey, here are a few must-sees:

1. Paulinskill Viaducts

This place is definitely a form of art; from the graffiti to the actually shape of it this place is really cool. You do need a good sneaker to be able to actually get to it though. You hike up a rather large incline to get to the top and then have to fit through a tiny hole to be able to get down. You might end up getting a little muddy but I think the view is definitely worth it.

2. Duck Donuts

Although this amazing donut shop originated in North Carolina it luckily found its way up to NJ. There is a store located in Middleton and soon to be in Bridgewater. Once you try one of these delicious doughnuts the store brand will never taste the same. You fill out a sheet when you arrive with various choices of icings and toppings. All doughnuts are made to order and literally any combination made is delicious. For example a doughnut with maple icing and bacon on top is out of this world. There is also a special doughnut of the day that varies daily. Definitely worth a try.

3. Paterson Great Falls

You have to see the beautiful waterfall for yourself. It is one of the most beautiful things that I have ever seen. People call it the Niagara Falls of New Jersey. Obviously the Paterson Falls are much smaller but they still bring a great sight to see.

4. The Bagel Nook

Not to keep talking about food but this place is out of this world. Their speciality is over loading bagels with the most delicious things. Try a Oreo flavored bagel with Oreo cream cheese and actual Oreos put on top. If you're an Oreo lover like me then that sounds AH-MAZ-ING. I unfortunately haven't been able to visit yet myself but I have heard the most outstanding feedback from a few of my friends. The picture below was taken by Carina Pizzano who said that the bagel was something called the Oreo Blast and was definitely worth the drive to get it.

5. Blue Mountain Lakes

Yet another amazement that you must see for yourself. There are many different things you could do if you went to visit the lakes. There are a plentiful of hiking trails that make for amazing views and sites. You will most likely run into some wildlife if you go on one of the trails like any normal hiking adventure in NJ. If you're not into hiking you can park your car and go swimming in the lakes or bring your kayak or fishing pole. There are so many entertaining things to do in nature is this is definitely the right place to do them.

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