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Van Slyke Castle

4.7 ★★★★★ 350 Google reviews · Castle wedding venue near Wanaque, New Jersey

Historical landmark consisting of castle ruins accessed by a steep path with a ladder.

Plan your visit

  • Location based near Wanaque, NJ — the castle shares the exact address when you book a tour

The setting

The style of Van Slyke Castle in couples' own words — pulled from their reviews and the castle's own info, not guessed from the photos.

🏰 Medieval Castles 2 mentions

“The water tower, castle and old swimming pool is great to check out.”

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Inside the castle

The features couples name in their reviews of Van Slyke Castle — the fastest way to tell what the castle actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

🗼 Turrets & Towers 2 mentions

“The water tower, castle and old swimming pool is great to check out.”

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What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 350 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 4 mentions

“Very beautiful; the only bad thing is that they have ruined it with the graffiti, but it is still worth visiting.”

🏰 stunning architecture 2 mentions

“The water tower, castle and old swimming pool is great to check out.”

From the reviews

Moderate hike with difficulty focused on elevation changes. Parking is very limited. Take the white castle loop trail in the center-right side of the parking lot and you'll reach the castle in about 20mins. Nice views and photo opportunities. The loop takes about an hour plus lingering time.

★★★★★ — George, May 2022

Oh I love this place to hike for the 5-6 miles.It has tow trail. Two way you can go upside to the castle. It may take around 2 hours to complete round track. The parking space is there but restroom facilities is not there. The symbols is been on the tree to show you a path if your google is not working.

★★★★★ — Nidhi, Jun 2022

Definitely a challenge for a new hiker like myself. Keep hydrated worth the trek to the castle it is very beautiful! We briefly spoke with the gentleman who is working on restoring the native plants and maintains the grounds! It was a wonderful experience.

★★★★★ — Lisa, May 2024

Parked at lower level lot. Walked the pave path near the houses until we reached the lake intersection. From there we climbed steep moutain in the woods until reaching the castle. Trails are marked but not clearly. Through the woods is uneven terrain mostly rocky. Be sure to bring water with you!!

★★★★☆ — Juliana, Apr 2023

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Where to find Van Slyke Castle

Near Wanaque, NJ — contact the castle for the exact address

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