William L. Hutcheson Memorial Forest
William L. Hutcheson Memorial Forest, National Natural Landmark forest in Franklin Township, New Jersey
The 500-acre forest contains a diverse collection of White Oak, Eastern Black Oak, Northern Red Oak, American Beech, and several species of Hickory trees.
Dutch settlers acquired the land from Lenape people in 1701, with subsequent generations preserving the forest without cutting timber or tilling the ground.
Rutgers University faculty members conduct educational tours through the forest, sharing knowledge about local ecosystems and environmental preservation methods.
The forest opens from dawn to dusk by appointment, with free guided tours occurring every third Sunday at 2 PM throughout the year.
The oak trees within the forest reach an average age of 235 years, with certain specimens documented to be 350 years old.
Location: New Jersey
GPS coordinates: 40.50040,-74.56730
Latest update: March 27, 2025 06:43
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