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    Lenape Trail

    4.3 (4 reviews)

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    Van Nest Park - Pier

    Van Nest Park

    4.5(2 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    GROVERS MILL/WEST WINDSOR: thanks to the TikTok account, Vintage.newjersey, we were reminded of…read morethe legendary moment that put this small town on the map, quite literally. Grovers Mill was the accidental epicenter of the infamous 1938 War of the Worlds radio broadcast by Orson Welles, which caused widespread panic as listeners believed a real Martian invasion was underway. The writers reportedly chose the location by dropping a pencil on a map, launching Grovers Mill into unexpected fame and chaos. You can experience this quirky slice of history by visiting the monument commemorating the event in Van Nest Park. Follow the short, paved path to the right of the playground to find informational displays about the broadcast. Continue walking to the field, and look to your left, the monument is slightly tucked away behind some bushes. The park itself is a lovely place to relax: bring a picnic, enjoy the playground, or sit on a bench overlooking the serene Grover's Mill Pond. Leashed and friendly dogs are allowed! Just up the road, be sure to stop by the Red Barn, a charming spot and perfect backdrop for a photo.

    Parking lot. Restrooms…read more Playground. Gazebo. (a bit of a) Paved walkway. Dock. Pond. Field. ...it has all (most) of the elements you'd want/need/expect in a "park" but it's still pretty darn tiny all around. The only reason we went out of our way to visit... raconteur/enfant terrible/mastermind Orson Welles' broadcast from 1938. Early morning, first-Sunday-of-summer, perfect weather, it was a really nice and relaxing stroll through nature and getting wrapped up in the whole "Weird NJ"-ish-ness of the location. Glad to have checked it out, read up on the history/trivia of The Mercury Theater's stunt, Zen'ed out a bit looking at the pond (and fisherman out yonder) and then it was time to head back home.

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    Van Nest Park - "In early June the world of leaf and blade and flowers explodes, and every sunset is different." -- John Steinbeck

    "In early June the world of leaf and blade and flowers explodes, and every sunset is different." -- John Steinbeck

    Van Nest Park - "I wonder what it would be like to live in a world where it was always June." ― L.M. Montgomergy

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    Princeton Institute Woods - Strolling into Mid Autumn

    Princeton Institute Woods

    4.3(4 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    These are beautiful woods, with easily walkable trails. If you stay on the wooded paths, it will…read morebe shady on the brightest of days. Wear light, waterproof hikers if you venture into the Rogers Refuge after a rain. The woods are filled with numerous varieties of trees and shrubs that provide a haven for a wide variety of birds, so bring your field guide! The trails are popular, but you'll encounter fewer humans the closer you get to the Delaware Canal. Parking is also limited, but you can park at the Rogers Refuge entrance, rather than the Battlefield Park lot. That said, here are a couple of notes: Beware of poison ivy if you step off of the actual trail, as it is everywhere. Also, during Autumn and early Winter, be sure to prep your shoes/pants for ticks, as they may be found in the leaf litter that blankets the trails. This is a good idea anytime and anywhere you hike. It's not a huge area, but the trail markings may as well be nonexistent. If you're unfamiliar with the trails, bring a map of the refuge and the institute grounds. They're both easily found and/or printed here: https://rogersrefuge.org/guides/

    Lovely spot for a stroll, I find it very relaxing. Trails…read moreare level but tend to get muddy. They are pretty connected so even if you do loops and walk them all, it's not a long hike. If you're lucky, you'll see frogs and deer! If you're not, it's still fun to id trees and any mushrooms you stumble upon. There's a fun swinging bridge by the river's edge trail. I recommend: old sneakers or hiking shoes (for the mud), bug spray (mosquitoes), and a map (you can find one online or just use your phone). Note: I have never found a tick on me and I visit at least once a week, weather permitting! But you should still check for them.

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