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  • 5/5 Janie H. 1 year ago on Google • 68 reviews
    Great hiking trails plus lots of places to just sit and relax in nature. They have a Little Free Library that I maintained by Princeton Public Library.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Satish S. 2 years ago on Google
    The park is work in progress by what looks like a group of talented and committed craftsmen and artists. There isn't a lot but the roots of a real fun place are laid in already.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ila s. 1 year ago on Google
    Best place near Princeton to enjoy random things. You can donate things or use them for free. Pleasure for artistic people
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 wei z. 3 months ago on Google • 410 reviews New
    Winter snow adds more interests to the trails.

  • 5/5 shelswanderlust 3 years ago on Google • 101 reviews
    Such a sweet find. Ty AllTrails. Very muddy but Lola 🐾🐾 n I don’t mind. History and hiking, two of my favorite things!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 KC 6 months ago on Google • 281 reviews
    Nice moderate hike that has some mild elevation and rock pathes to go over. Be careful of occasional thorny vines. Place is usually void of people for a quiet hike.

  • 5/5 Cristo L. 2 months ago on Google • 194 reviews New
    Herrontown Woods emerges as a crown jewel within the realm of natural preserves, offering an unparalleled hiking experience that caters to both the adventurous spirit and the serene soul seeking refuge in nature's lap. The myriad of trails crisscrossing through the woods provides a splendid tableau of the local ecosystem, allowing hikers of all skill levels to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the forest. What sets Herrontown Woods apart is the delightful challenge presented by the rocky terrain, which adds an element of excitement and engagement to the hiking experience without detracting from the ease of navigation and accessibility. The presence of rocks scattered along the trails not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the landscape but also invites hikers to engage more fully with their surroundings, promoting a sense of adventure and exploration. This unique feature ensures that each visit to Herrontown Woods is a distinctive journey, offering new discoveries and perspectives of the natural world. The well-marked trails, coupled with the serene environment, make for a hiking experience that is both invigorating and calming, offering a perfect escape from the monotony of daily life.

  • 5/5 L P. 5 months ago on Google • 134 reviews
    Lovely network of trails that connects with multiple locations throughout Princeton. Nice loop trails and historic structures

  • 3/5 M B. 5 months ago on Google • 84 reviews
    Short trails, sometimes not well marked, and at the time we went, there were large trees which had fallen across the trails. I'm sure that this would not be a permanent situation, but it was a little bit of an annoyance when we were there.

  • 5/5 Wilson Velez V. 8 months ago on Google • 66 reviews
    Nice place to walk. Unusual but that's the interesting part. Nice river. Quiet and friendly people

  • 5/5 George S. 8 months ago on Google • 54 reviews
    Several trails to hike with varying degrees of difficulty. Had an informative mushroom forage.

  • 5/5 Douglas M. 1 year ago on Google
    This is such a cool park and we really enjoy visiting with our children. It is a creative free spirited place full of interesting art and little nooks. There is a gazebo and a shed setup with books and board games. It is a quiet place to relax and is way off the beaten path.

  • 5/5 AM E. 4 months ago on Google • 34 reviews
    It's a park, there are no tickets for entry. This park made me think it was like something that mythical fairs would put together 😂 there were chairs up on trees, trails to go walking, open shed to build your own walking sticks (tools open to the public to use) I think once it's spring the park will come alive with beautiful greenery but in fall/winter time things are dormant but still beautiful. There was also a shed with board games to play and books

  • 5/5 Gamze B. 9 months ago on Google
    I really liked the free library and hiking there it was great.

  • 4/5 Stephen B. 11 months ago on Google
    Nice interesting trails! Usually pretty empty. Could use a little bit of maintenance.

  • 4/5 Hoa D. 3 years ago on Google
    As of end of March 2021: trail was very muddy, expect pets and kids to be covered in mud half body down. The area was flat and easy, nice for strolling. Saw some people working hard to put wood planes on muddy parts, when came back I went to their website and made a donation! Scenes were sad as dead leaves were still around, but there were signs of spring. Will come back and update the review!

  • 2/5 Norman R. 1 year ago on Google
    The trails, while reasonably well marked, however the effort to overcome areas with minimal drainage, (like placing rocks and crafting "boardwalks" using planks) does make traversing unstable at different points m

  • 5/5 John C. 1 year ago on Google
    Not crowded. You can get a cup of coffee and meet people. Plenty of walking trails to explore.

  • 4/5 J 3 years ago on Google
    Nice local park. Has a decent amount of trails to walk. Some areas are rocky but most of the area gets very wet and muddy, especially in spring. The trails and trailhead signage are not good/non existent so hopefully you are good with naturally navigating/finding your way around and remembering the trails.

  • 5/5 Erica F. 5 years ago on Google
    Fun place to visit and explore. Paths are well marked and easy to follow.

  • 5/5 Daniel S. 2 years ago on Google
    Popped-out at the other end of the trail to a church and kept on walking. It was fabulous.


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  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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