Washington, New Jersey travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Washington Township is a township in Morris County in the Skylands region of New Jersey.

There are several places called Washington in New Jersey, including Washington township in Warren County, which is only a few miles away. The Washington on this page is most commonly referred to by residents as Long Valley.

3 sights · 2 things to do · 3 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Washington

Myhelan Cultural Arts Center

local art gallery, international arts and crafts

Washington Township Historical Society

very small museum open only a few hours a week, usually on weekends, call before you go to find out when they're open. Ask them to tell you the stories about George Washington visiting town.

The Arts Building

Schooley's Mountain County Park

Boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, ice skating, sledding, snowshoeing, X-country skiing, picnicking, baseball. No camping.

Hiking

At Patriots' Path. Bring your horses.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jul and Sep. (climate data from nearby Allentown)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
EWR Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark — 33 mi away (major hub). Directions
ABE Lehigh Valley International Airport, Allentown/Bethlehem — 35 mi away. Directions

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Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Myhelan Cultural Arts Center, Washington Township Historical Society, The Arts Building
Lunch Schooley's Mountain General Store
Afternoon Schooley's Mountain County Park, Hiking
Dinner Hunan Wok Long Valley
Evening Mountainview Bar & Grill

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

See

See Myhelan Cultural Arts Center

local art gallery, international arts and crafts

📍 18 Schooleys Mountain Rd, Long Valley☎ +1 908-876-5959

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See Washington Township Historical Society (Museum)

very small museum open only a few hours a week, usually on weekends, call before you go to find out when they're open. Ask them to tell you the stories about George Washington visiting town.

📍 6 Fairview Ave, Long Valley☎ +1 908 876-9696

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Do

Do Schooley's Mountain County Park (Schooley's Mountain Park)

Boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, ice skating, sledding, snowshoeing, X-country skiing, picnicking, baseball. No camping.

📍 East Springtown Road, Long Valley☎ +1 973 326-7600

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Do Hiking

At Patriots' Path. Bring your horses.

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Buy

Shop Racks

Second hand clothing store.

📍 20 Schooley's Mountain Rd, Long Valleyin the centre of Long Valley, just north of the main intersection

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Eat

Eat Schooley's Mountain General Store

American

Classic, historic general store. It has changed owners, but it's been open since 1830. Fun place, all the amenities of a convenience store and deli, plus a small post office, in a very old, creaky building. If you're traveling a long distance just to come here, call first to make sure it's not closed for an emergency or something. Definitely worth a visit if you come to Long Valley.

📍 250 State Route 24, Schooleys Mountain☎ +1 908 852-4943

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