My favorite runs: Cushetunk

Haunted waters, sacred land, and a chance to face my fears.

Nestled in the foothills of the Cushetunk Mountain range in a section of New Jersey that could be accurately be termed bucolic, Round Valley Reservoir is a sparkling gem that hides a multitude of dark secrets. 

Open year round for hiking, boating, and camping, its deep blue waters are ideal for catching large lake trout or enjoying an all-day kayak. Yet,…