Parking passes are required on Saturdays. The Orientation Center and Cafe are closed between 4/30 – 5/4 while we host a private Doris Duke Foundation Artists Retreat. Trails and bike rentals open Tuesdays – Saturdays.

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Property Highlights & Activities

Experience the natural beauty & biodiversity of New Jersey's piedmont region

Field Trips

Duke Farms offers a wealth of resources for educators and is an excellent field trip destination for students. On the property, teachers can lead their students independently through the Farm Barn Orientation Center and outdoor habitats, or follow self-guided lesson plans.

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Know before you go

Explore our frequently asked questions so you know what to do before your visit.

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The Café

We are passionate and committed to providing a unique food experience that brings high-quality, locally-produced dishes to visitors. These lovingly crafted epicurean delights are created through the support of a culture of shared environmental values, all to strengthen the local food system and reduce our ecological footprint.

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Did You Know?

Duke Farms protects threatened and endangered birds using rotational grazing practices. Our herd of 100+ cattle produces healthy, productive grassland habitat for the birds and regeneratively raised grassfed beef for our farm-to-table café menu.

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  • Meditation Garden
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    Meditation Garden

    April is the perfect month to revisit your favorite locations on the Duke Farms property and to discover some new special spots as well. Whether your “amble” is more of a saunter, jog, ramble, hike, or bike ride, remember to make some green memories of your own.

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  • Forgotten Flowers: Trout Lily
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    Forgotten Flowers: Trout Lily

    A miniature yellow lily of woodlands and streambanks, Erythronium americanum blooms in early April about the same time that trout fishing season opens. The time of bloom combined with the variegated pattern of the leaves certainly reminds us of the mottled fish of clear cold streams, hence the common name, trout lily.

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  • Backyard Bird Bingo
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    Backyard Bird Bingo

    With the arrival of spring comes the arrival of more birds! Some common backyard birds stay here for the winter and some migrate south for the winter. On the worksheet, you'll find some common birds found in New Jersey and the sound of their calls. How many can you find in your own backyard or local park?

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Upcoming Classes & Events

  • Twilight Orchid Exploration

    Twilight Orchid Exploration

    A guided walk through our orchid range will have you seeing this plant family in a whole new light—literally.

    Fri, Apr 26, 7:45 PM

    Duke Farms  •   1112 Dukes Parkway West
    Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844 United States

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  • Spring Dendrology Workshop
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    Spring Dendrology Workshop

    In this course, we will explore the trees of Duke Farms through the lens of biology, ecology, and biodiversity.

    Sat, May 4, 9:00 AM

    Duke Farms  •   1112 Dukes Parkway West
    Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844 United States

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  • Exploring the Wonders of Wetlands

    Exploring the Wonders of Wetlands

    Wetlands are a unique habitat, meet some of the resident flora and fauna that call wetlands home.

    Fri, May 10, 5:30 PM

    Duke Farms  •   1112 Dukes Parkway West
    Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844 United States

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  • Spring Stewardship Workshop
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    Spring Stewardship Workshop

    Learn to manage natural resources more effectively.Course OverviewThe Spring Stewardship...

    Fri, May 31, 8:30 AM

    Duke Farms  •   1112 Dukes Parkway West
    Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844 United States

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