Or, at picture-perfect Merrill Creek Reservoir, you'll be surrounded by dense woods. The village gristmill allowed valley farmers to grind their grain into flour without having to journey over the mountains. Millbrook flourished until 1885, when a railroad line built along the opposite side of the Kittatinny Ridge made it obsolete. After exploring, bring your bike to the road junction at the village entrance and reset the odometer. This narrow road climbs steeply uphill before descending sharply Use caution.
Trees stand out like colored lollipops during the fall, affording shade on hot days.
As the countryside slopes away you can catch glimpses of adjoining hills and valleys, and you'll pass through lush, forested areas before reaching the Old Mine Road. Food and drink can be purchased at a store in the Walpack Valley Campground on the right just after you make the turn, as well as at the Walpack Inn on your right about 0.5 mile down the road. After the inn, you'll pass a rangers' station on the other side of the road. As you proceed, look out to your right for a beautiful view, especially during the fall. At 11.1 miles, follow the main road to the left as an unmarked road merges from the right.