The best parks & outdoor spots in Burlington County

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Rancocas Nature Center (opens in a new tab)

794 Rancocas Mt Holly Rd · Westampton Township

Tucked inside Rancocas State Park in Westampton, Rancocas Nature Center is a non-profit, open since 1977, with 200+ acres and 3 miles of…

Tucked inside Rancocas State Park in Westampton, Rancocas Nature Center is a non-profit, open since 1977, with 200+ acres and 3 miles of mellow trails through meadows, forest, and wetlands, plus year-round nature programs for all ages, from scouts and homeschoolers to curious grownups.

From the Burlington County newsletter, October 20, 2026

Rancocas Pointe Trail (opens in a new tab)

876 Centerton Rd · Mt Laurel Township

Rancocas Pointe Trail is a half-mile slice of the Rancocas Creek Greenway Trail that’s perfect for a quick out-and-back, with quiet views…

Rancocas Pointe Trail is a half-mile slice of the Rancocas Creek Greenway Trail that’s perfect for a quick out-and-back, with quiet views of Rancocas and Parker’s Creek and pretty fall color. Heads up, the boardwalk is currently closed, but the mellow mile still scratches the nature itch.

From the Mount Laurel newsletter, October 7, 2026

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge (opens in a new tab)

4 Sawmill Rd · Medford

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge pairs a busy wildlife hospital with a hands-on nature center and peaceful trails, so you get fresh air…

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge pairs a busy wildlife hospital with a hands-on nature center and peaceful trails, so you get fresh air plus real wildlife encounters. Explore education programs and ambassador animals, then leave with simple tips for helping the critters in your own yard.

From the Burlington County newsletter, October 28, 2026