Herrontown Woods
Princeton’s first and most whimsical nature preserve
Experience where nature and people collaborate to heal the land
and build a stronger community.
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.
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.
The Veblen House
A gift from the Veblens, Oswald and Elizabeth, friends of Einstein. Oswald was a Princeton University mathematician. Get involved with the restoration.
The Trees
Learn about our diverse community of 57 different tree species, around the Barden, the Veblen House, the Cottage, and the trails.
Upcoming Events
An enchanting venue for so many community activities. What will you do at the Herrontown Woods?
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.
Work with us!
The Friends of Herrontown Woods (FOHW) is seeking a Land Steward who is passionate about protecting and caring for open space.
The FOHW Blog
Musings about the Herrontown Woods…
