Join us for an adventurous hike along the White Trail at the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve! We'll begin at the Mountain Lakes House, then make our way into John Witherspoon Woods, the oldest forest in the Preserve. This walk features rocky, uneven terrain and is best suited for those seeking a moderate challenge.
Along the way, we'll pass through a stunning grove of beech trees, follow along the winding rocky tributary of Mountain Brook, and venture into the boulder fields of the Princeton Ridge, where we’ll visit Devil’s Cave. This is more than just a walk; it's an immersive journey through the wild beauty of what many call Princeton’s “Central Park.”
Come prepared for adventure, wear sturdy shoes, and experience Princeton's natural and rugged beauty.
Meetup Location: Mountain Lakes House Parking Lot
Directions & Parking: We will meet at the Mountain Lake House parking lot, located within the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve. Here is a link to the parking lot location on Google Maps & Apple Maps. The address of the Preserve is 57 Mountain Avenue, Princeton, NJ 08540; this will bring you to the entrance of the Preserve, not our meet-up location. To get to the Mountain Lakes House parking lot, look for the white gate along Mountain Avenue, marked by a series of black mailboxes along the road. Drive slowly down the long paved driveway. The gravel parking lot will be on your left, approximately 1/2 mile down the driveway.
Event waiver: Please complete this event waiver - fopos.org/waiver. This needs to be completed once per calendar year.