Round Valley Reservoir’s Tick Warning | Jersey News

Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Round Valley Reservoir in New Jersey just made the top 4 state parks in the U.S. for tick danger—yes, those tiny pests that carry Lyme disease and other nasty illnesses. Nestled in tick-prone Hunterdon County, its brushy trails are prime real estate for these critters. A musician’s harrowing story of Lyme’s toll on his hearing, memory, and mobility serves as a chilling reminder: ticks don’t play fair. While it ranks below parks in PA and NY, it’s in elite company with spots from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois—proving this isn’t just a local issue. So next time you hit the woods, check…