Trail System

Overview

Randolph's trail system runs a 16-mile course traversing five parks, the Clyde Potts Reservoir Watershed, and 2,000 acres of pristine open space. The trails link together schools with neighborhoods and connect to Patriots' Path at Combs Hollow and Old Brookside.

Randolph's trails should be viewed as a work in progress as we continue to pursue easements and funding to expand our trail network. The township funds 90% of design and construction costs through state grants and developer contributions. To date, over $1.5 million in state grants and developer contributions have been invested in Randolph's trails.

Open year-round, the trails can be used from dawn to dusk and are closed at night. During the winter months, there is no snow or ice removal, providing a wonderful opportunity for cross-country skiers and snowshoe enthusiasts.

View a map of the Randolph Trail System (PDF). Prefer a hard copy? Printed maps are available at all of the trailheads, at the town hall, and at the recreation office on Calais Road.

Trails Experience

The Trails Experience Report (PDF) was compiled for a Girl Scout gold project by Randolph resident Juliana. It provides a user experience on the different trail sections as well as information on their difficulty, historical facts about Randolph, and useful information for users. All individuals should be aware of their own physical fitness levels before trying new activities.

Randolph Fairy Trail

The Randolph Fairy Trail is a whimsical attraction located at the Brundage Preserve. It's a nature trail that features a series of tiny fairy houses and scenes, crafted by Randolph residents, groups and businesses. The trail is designed to resemble a miniature fairy village, with intricate details and charming decorations. Visitors can stroll along the half mile gravel trail (1 mile round trip), discovering the various fairy dwellings and scenes, which are often hidden among the trees and foliage. All homes are made out of natural materials so they will not disturb the wildlife. The trail is open dawn till dusk from May to November. It is free for all and offers easy parking. To learn more about the Fairy Trail visit @RandolphFairyTrail on Facebook or Instagram.

Trails Master Plan

View the Trails Master Plan (PDF). Completed in November of 2017, the trails master plan includes an assessment of the current trail conditions, an analysis of trail connectivity, an assessment of opportunities to expand the network by identifying specific trail segments, a maintenance plan, and recommendations for trail marking and branding of the system.

Access to the Trail Heads

Brundage Park

Located on Carrell Road. Parking areas can be found at 2 Bungalow Lane, and 76 Carrell Road. The Fairy Trail is located near the Brundage Pond.

Freedom Park

Located on Millbrook Avenue. Parking areas can be found on both sides of Millbrook.

Heistein Park

Located on Doby Road, off of South Road. Parking areas are found at Heistein's Pond, just below the park, on Doby Road.

Clyde Potts Trail Head

Located approximately one half mile south of Sussex Turnpike on Old Brookside Road. Parking is available. This is a Patriots' Path connection.

Cohn Farm Trail Head

Located on Center Grove Road. Parking is available.

Town Hall Trail Head

Located on Millbrook Avenue, opposite Randolph High School. Parking is available in the southern-most parking lot adjacent to Millbrook Avenue.

Hidden Valley Trail Head

Located on Everdale Road, one-quarter mile south of Millbrook Avenue. Parking is available.

Combs Hollow Trail Head

A small parking area exists at the intersection of Combs Hollow and Doby Road. This is a Patriots' Path connection.

Mountainside Trail Head

Located in Mountainside Road. Parking is available.

Veterans Community Park Loop Trails

Located on Calais Road. There are several loop trails within the park, in addition to trails connected to Heistein Park and Patriot's Path. Parking is available.

Trail Routes & Distances

View Trail Routes (PDF)

Blue Trail: Radtke Road (north-east)-Heistein Park (south-west) 7.3 miles
Red Trail: Shongum School (east)-Cohn Farm (west) 3.88 miles
White Trail: Hidden Valley (north-east)-Combs Hollow Road (south-west) 6.5 miles
Green Trail: Brandywine Court (north)-Leslie Avenue (south-west) 2.1 miles

Orange Trails

Connector trails from other roads/trailheads to one of the main trails above:

Church Road to blue/white-0.1 mile
Municipal Building to blue/white-0.3 miles
Calais (Mendham) to blue/white-.75 miles
Melanie Lane to Red trail-.1 miles
Lamalfa Road to Red Trail-0.75 miles

All distances marked on the trails are the distance from the Freedom Park trail gate.

Rules of the Trails

Hours: The trails are open from dawn to dusk and are closed after sunset.
Dogs must be controlled on a 6-foot leash at all times. Please clean up after your dog.
Motor vehicles, ATVs and dirt bikes are absolutely prohibited. Vehicles will be impounded by the police.
Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages is strictly forbidden.
Bicyclists should conform with helmet laws, have warning bicycle bells and yield to all pedestrians.
Horses are not allowed on the trails.
Report violations and safety issues to the Randolph Township Police Department at 973-989-7000. The department patrols the trail system with two specially-outfitted vehicles.
Report maintenance and repairs to the Randolph Township Department of Parks and Recreation at 973-989-7081.