Trail Improvements At Koehler’s Pond To Be Discussed In Long Valley

LONG VALLEY, NJ — The Washington Township Committee will be discussing the Koehler’s Pond Trail Project on Tuesday night.

According to the agenda for the work session committee meeting, the council will once again discuss plans for improvements at Koehler's Pond.

The Koehler's Pond Loop Trail, which is located off of Flocktown Road and Rock Road in Washington Township, was one of eight trail projects previously recommended for funding by the Morris County Board of County Commissioners as part of the county's Trail Construction Grant Program.

The grant program's goal is to provide recreational trail use opportunities that benefit communities and improve the quality of life for Morris County residents.

According to officials, the park is set to receive $7,760 as part of the grant program.

During a County Commissioners' open work session in Morristown last winter, Betty Cass-Schmidt, chair of the Trail Construction Grant Advisory Committee, presented the grant recommendations, including potential plans.

The presentation went into detail about the potential alterations to the Koehler's Pond loop trail, which include adding a .55-mile gravel and soil trail around Koehler's Pond.

The trail's addition is primarily intended to serve hikers, walkers, and fishermen, with connector spurs linking each area.

The 2023 Trail Construction Grant Program is currently accepting submissions for trail projects funded by the Morris County Preservation Trust Fund. All municipalities in Morris County are eligible for financing and are urged to apply.

The township will discuss the current status of the Koehler’s Pond Trail Project further at a work session meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday in the municipal building.