Meet Mahwah's Parks: Camp Glen Gray

Camp Glen Gray is open to families, scouts and other groups to enjoy weekend camping (complete with lodges and bunks) and hiking trips. Located on the Mahwah/Oakland border, off of Route 202, this camp holds various events throughout the year. Remember to make reservations if you are planning on going camping here. As part of Patch's week-long summer park series, here is what you need to know about the camp:

Camp Glen Gray

History

Just on the border of Oakland and Mahwah, Camp Glen Gray was created in 1917 as a boy scouts camp, and is named after one of its founders, Frank F. Gray. In the early years of the camp, scouts had to take a (not always reliable) bus up the mountain to reach it, or hike about a mile along the Midvale Trail. Today, the long winding road leading up to the camp is paved, and accessible by car.

After a decline in scouting, the camp was revamped in the late 1980's as a place for cub scouts as well. In 2002, it was purchased by the Trust for Public Land, and integrated into the Bergen County Park's System. Camping opportunities are now open to everyone.

Read more about the history of Camp Glen Gray at its website.

Hike

Camp Glen Gray has several marked trails on its premises as The Milestone trail is over a two hour walk. Other trails include The History of Glen Hike (9.8 miles), Lost Camps Hike, and the Ten Mile Hike, which is actually over 10 miles long.

For more on hiking at Camp Glen Gray be sure to read the detailed hiking sheet on the Camp Glen Gray website. 

Camping

All visitors to the camp must make advanced reservations. Campers must be 21 unless accompanied by an adult. Payment is due when reservations are made. For more information on camp rules call 201-327-7234

Wildlife

Camp Glen Gray has all sorts of wildlife on its many trails, but be aware of the bears that frequent the area.

Permit/Fee

Fishing is permitted on camp grounds with a valid permit. If camping overnight, fire permits are required and is issued at check in.

More Information

For more information please visit its website or call the camp office at 201-327-7234.