Ramapo Valley County Reservation provides carry-in access to the Ramapo River for canoes and kayaks, along with catch-and-release fishing opportunities in the river, Scarlet Oak Pond, and MacMillan Reservoir (valid NJ fishing license required for ages 16+).

The 4,000-acre park features a large parking lot at the main entrance on Ramapo Valley Road (Route 202) in Mahwah, with additional parking near Scarlet Oak Pond, and offers over 22 miles of marked trails connecting to adjacent state parks for extended paddling or hiking adventures.