Herrontown Woods
Princeton’s first and most whimsical nature preserve
From wild trails through dense, majestic trees to a fascinating, historical-cultural triangle, the Herrontown Woods has something for the nature lover in all of us.
NATURE STEWARDSHIP
“See it - Know it - Love it - Protect it” - Inge, FOHW Board Member
The Veblen House and Cottage
A gift from Oswald and Elizabeth Veblen. Oswald Veblen was a professor of Mathematics at Princeton University and helped organize the Institute for Advanced Studies. And, after Elizabeth Veblen's death in 1974, the house was donated to Mercer County with the expressed desire that it become a “nature museum and library.” Get involved with the restoration.
The Barden
Our Botanical Art Garden. A blossoming example of what happens when creative people of all ages collaborate with nature to make art. We invite you to create with us.
The Trails
The Yellow Trail traces Harry’s Brook. The Red Trail brings you all around the woods. Take the Orange Trail to the Veblen House. Explore until you know them all.
Salamanders
The Princeton Salamander Brigade is helping amphibians cross the road on “Big Nights” (mass migration nights).
The Trees
Learn about our diverse community of 57 different tree species, around the Barden, the Veblen House, the Cottage, and the trails.
Visit Us
Hours
Monday–Friday
10 AM – 6 PM
Location
600 Snowden Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
Trail Map
Explore over 200 acres of public access trails.
Click to download a hi-res PDF map.
Make a Difference
Every donation, large or small, builds momentum for our historical preservation, education, trail maintenance, and ecological stewardship initiatives. Fundraising is a critical component of our initiative to repair Veblen House and Cottage and make them an asset for Princeton.