Cycling, hiking, fishing, going to the beach… There’s a lot to do around Trenton. It may not all be “world class.” But a lot of it may be better than you think, and is fun, healthy, and uncrowded.
We’ve listed some of our favorites below; click on Activities categories, or use the “Advanced Search” facility to find your own, perfect time-out.
Some of Our Favorite Activities
Baldpate Mountain (Overview & Summit Trail)
Best trails in the County, 20 min away |
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New York City
World-class city just 1:10 by train from Trenton! |
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Trenton Circus Squad
Circus skills training for kids, 6-18. Adults too. |
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Trenton to the Jersey Shore
45 min drive to beach, even on August weekend! |
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Clayton Cycling Loop
Superb road ride through rolling horse country |
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Clayton Park
Beautiful! Smooth trails for MTBs and hikers |
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Cycling to Lambertville, New Hope, and back
A easy and scenic 33 mile ride to Lambertville/New Hope |
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Eastern Trails of Baldpate Mountain
The trails less traveled. Recently improved. |
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Goat Hill Park Bushwhack
Bushwhack to 5 viewpoints of Delaware + old quarry |
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Gravity Hill Farm
Gorgeous, gourmet, organic produce at the farm |
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Hartshorne Woods Park
Magical, hilly hike/bike right next to ocean |
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Mercer Meadows
1600 acres of hiking and cycling the meadows |
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Patriot's Week
Annual battle commemoration. Bang! + Events |
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Roebling Museum
Boffo small museum for Roebling history |
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Self-guided Battles Tour
Washington was here! Learn where and why |
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Sourlands Preserve
Fun trails, 325' elevation gain, 40 min away |
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Stockton Cycling Loop
Hilly ride in gorgeous country with little traffic |
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Switchback Trail at Baldpate Mountain
425' elevation gain in 6/10 mi. 20 min away |
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The Social Ride
An informative ride followed by food and drink |
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Trenton Morrisville Walk
Stunning walk along Delaware across 2 bridges |
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Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market
Thousands show up at the Roebling Marchine Shop |
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Valley Forge National Park
Lovely hike. 45 min away. Also wild trout! |
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Washington's Crossing State Park
Lovely beginner hikes+history. 15 min away |
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Witherspoon Woods and Mountain Lakes Preserve
Charming trails and mysterious boulder formations |
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