Strict rules and climate activists have trashed what was once a glorious estate. Nice flat hiking and biking trails, however, prefer the sourland mountains for a real hiking experience. Duke Farms is a good place for city people.
August 2023
Perfect place to spend with the family! We rented bikes for $8, had some food at the local cafe, visited beautiful orchids, watched waterfalls. You must reserve car parking spot in advance, it is free via Eventbrite. There is no availability the same day in summer. We did a week in advance, but at least 1 day in advance... read full comment
August 2023
A nice place to visit when in New Jersey. Free parking and entrance. This place is well maintained. NO PETS allowed. Great hiking spot. They have a beautiful orchid garden. They also have a good biking trail.
Duke Farms serves as a leader of environmental stewardship and inspires visitors to become informed stewards of the land. It is a place of education, enjoyment, and research that enhances the environmental health of the region.
Through the beauty of its natural setting, the diversity of its wildlife, and the scope and quality of its educational programs, demonstrations, and research, Duke Farms inspires people to transform their approach to conservation and to start building a more sustainable future.
