Monksville Reservoir

Monksville Reservoir is a 505-acre lake located in Ringwood, New Jersey. It is fed by the Ramapo River and is part of the Wanaque Reservoir system, which provides drinking water to millions of people in the surrounding area. The reservoir is popular for fishing, boating, and hiking, with several trails in the surrounding area. The reservoir is also home to various fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and bass. The New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife regularly stocks the reservoir with fish to maintain healthy populations. The Monksville Dam, which forms the reservoir, was constructed in 1987 and has been the subject of various safety upgrades in recent years.