Came for the first time today and already looking forward to returning and seeing whats changed! Trails are pristinely kept, and since the Sanctuary is set back from the road, it feels like youre disappearing into the trees. Educational signs are posted every so often with illustrations depicting the local wildlife and facts about them and their habits. Met a friendly staff member who told me a bit about future plans, which Im looking forward to seeing! Wildlife everywhere, absolutely incredible.

This is a beautiful and diverse nature education center in Franklin Lakes, staffed by terrific people. There is so much to observe with all the senses! You can go casually for a stroll around, or stay for hours. Ive been going there for 40 years, and whats BRAND NEW is the deer exclosure around most of the property. By preventing New Jerseys over-abundance of deer from browsing down all the native plants the moment they start growing, the fence is allowing myriad new plants to appear! The photo below is of a baby spice bush (lindera benzoin), which is habitat for a wide variety of insects and other animals. Rubbing a leaf with your fingers creates the most enticing aroma. You will discover something new every time you go, and the strolls are very relaxing, interesting and even therapeutic for all ages.

Beautiful place for a relaxing nature walk.

Add this to your places to check out when you visit Franklin Lakes. Nature lovers will be right at home with all the trails and birds as well. The gift shop has many cool books and birdhouses.

Recently went to a birthday party here and PLEASANTLY SURPRISED at how much fun my 5 & 9 year old had! They offer so much - gift shop is very moderately proceed, birthday parties, knowledge, information, summer programs for the young explorer - the owner of the home is very accommodating, down to earth, knowledgeable, great with kids and inviting. We will 100% be back to explore the grounds and continue to learn about the beauty of nature (in our own backyard)

A little too early too see plants in bloom, but interesting how the have fenced off large portion to allow it to go natural without the dear eating all the young plants. Will be back in a month to see it awaken!

My grandson and I go most Wednesdays. We love the trails and the gift shop. He has quite a collection of plastic snakes.

Order the pizza. Its some of the best Ive ever eaten.The crust is great. Beer is cold, wine is chilled and the staff is friendly.

Patrick goes out of his way to help every visitor to the Lorrimer Sanctuary. Hes always friendly and very knowledgeable. He loves his work and helps others to share his interests and enthusiasm.

It is secluded and well maintained; a true oasis. Staff are very knowledgeable. Many camps for kiddos. Hikes, giftshop and indoor museum with tasteful taxidermy.

Really nice place to visit. Good trails and wildlife. Lots of birds and little gift shop.

Great place to take the little ones since its easy terrain for them. We went for an Apple festival and there was a cider demonstration, snacks, and crafts for the kids. Loved it!

Very nice park to stroll around in.

Great place to buy your birding needs and for educational events for your children.

Nice trails and gift store

Wonderful place to visit,lots of things to see and do.The centers naturalist gives excellent tours of the facility.

Beautifully preserved piece of history and nature. Wonderful inexpensive program for the kids

Guide did a great job. Knowledgeable and excellent with kids.

Excellent quality bird food at prices lower than I can find anywhere else.

Great little place to bring kids for nature walk and to buy bird food etc.

Very interesting natures place!

Went in the winter so the foliage wasnt much, but the people who run the shop were very nice. Small and easy to hike with young childre.

Not a lot to do for the kids.