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Somerset County

Elks Preserve – Hopewell loop from Beden Brook

Road cycling routes

Somerset County

Elks Preserve – Hopewell loop from Beden Brook

Moderate

4.8

(2783)

15,983

riders

Elks Preserve – Hopewell loop from Beden Brook

02:18

47.1km

330m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 30.1 km for 109 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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7.42 km

Long Hill Road & Hollow Road Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

This segment is great going up through Skillman to the top of the mountain. The Gradient is only 1-2% at times, easy climb over the course of 3-4 miles. The …

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29.8 km

Hopewell Quarry Swim Club

Highlight • Lake

This old quarry was turned into a swimming spot in 1928 and has since been preserved by a nonprofit to keep it open to the public. You can check out their website to see hours and events here: hopewellquarry.org.

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30.1 km

Elks Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The red maple forest making up the Elks Preserve contains a short trail loop offering wildlife viewing and a wilderness experience. You can access the preserve via different trails in the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Trails network.

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4

35.7 km

Hopewell

Highlight • Settlement

Hopewell sits at the heart of the Raritan Valley. You'll find several cafés for a nice break on a long ride.

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47.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.0 km

16.2 km

7.42 km

513 m

Surfaces

43.0 km

2.96 km

1.15 km

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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