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Herrontown Woods Arboretum, Princeton, NJ

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Sports & Outdoors

Herrontown Woods Arboretum

A wooded tract in northeast Princeton with mature trees and a network of hiking trails.

600 Snowden Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540 · Princeton, NJ

About Herrontown Woods Arboretum

Herrontown Woods is a forested property of about 142 acres in northeast Princeton, reached from Snowden Lane. Its tall trees and rolling land make it a popular choice for moderate hiking. Marked trails, more than three miles in total, let visitors explore the forest and learn about the land's past. The site has no restrooms, and trail bicycles are not permitted. The arboretum is open to the public at no charge.

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