Russia Brook Sanctuary
Park Overview:
Very diverse terrain with streams, wetlands, steep slopes, ridges and a diverse plant community.
Park Description:
Situated between the Sparta Mountain Wildlife Area and Pequannock Watershed, this area supports a mixed hemlock-hardwood forest and wildlife habitat.
The Russia Brook Sanctuary is part of more than 1,000 acres acquired by the Passaic River Coalition Land Trust. Use Contact Information on this site for additional information about the significant efforts of this organization to preserve and defend the Passaic River watershed.
Trails Overview:
Use the Web Map link on this site to view a trail map of Sparta Mountain WMA. It shows the "Heritage Trail" (green blaze) bending towards Russia Brook Sanctuary (which is not identified on this map).
Click to view photographs from a hike taken in the combined parklands.
Park Acreage:
369.00 acresMunicipality:
Sparta Township, Hardyston Township and Jefferson Township in Sussex and Morris CountiesVery diverse terrain with streams, wetlands, steep slopes, ridges and a diverse plant community.
Situated between the Sparta Mountain Wildlife Area and Pequannock Watershed, this area supports a mixed hemlock-hardwood forest and wildlife habitat.
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