Built in 1907 at the meeting point of Stony Brook and Millstone River, the Lake Carnegie dam created the lake enjoyed by rowers and the community. After a century of …
Bordering the Institute Woods and Princeton Battlefield State Park, the Charles H. Rogers Wildlife Refuge is a haven for many different species of birds, insects, and plants. The large marsh …
The Meadow/Pond Trail is one of the most popular trails in the Watershed Reserve trail system. Circling around the pond, you cross through several different wildlife ecosystems in just a …
Carnegie Lake, stretching across parts of central New Jersey, owes its existence to an unusual encounter: a conversation between a painter and Andrew Carnegie. Built in the early 1900s for …
Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve is a quiet, wooded area with dirt trails winding past lakes and streams. It’s great for a run, walk, or even a bike ride. …
The James Sayen Trail takes you right up next to the lake on the property. The trail is smooth and easy to navigate, but it can sometimes become muddy during …
Your run takes you right past the Boathouse at Mercer Lake, which was recently renovated with 19-foot vaulted ceilings inside, tasteful stonework outside, and a long dock jutting into the lake. This is a popular venue for weddings.
Mercer County Park offers a variety of outdoor recreation experiences. From picnic areas to volleyball courts to hiking trails, this park encompasses over 2,500 acres and is free to the …