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Institute Woods

Nature preserve

4.7(192 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 a.m.
Institute Woods

About

Preserve with trails & lush surrounds. 589 acres of woods, farmland & wetlands, with serene walking trails & a wooden footbridge.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Institute Woods:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    Princeton Pike, Princeton, NJ 08540, United States
  • 📞
    Phone
    (609) 734-8000
  • 🕒
    Hours
    Monday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Tuesday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Wednesday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Thursday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Friday:9 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Saturday:Closed
    Sunday:Closed

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes

Nearby

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