Welcome to Rancocas Woods 2024 Passport to Nature!

Affectionately known as "The Woods,” this destination offers a free outdoor park for nature lovers, a farmers market, live music, and a variety of events and activities for three generations worth of family members to enjoy; a space for community members looking to support local small businesses.

We love sharing our love of nature, The Woods offers a variety of events and programs throughout the year to encourage natural connections, enhance understanding and stimulate curiosity about the natural world.

We strive to share our knowledge, experience and love of nature with everyone through guided nature hikes, hands on activities, skill-building workshops and volunteer opportunities.

To support & promote an economically sustainable, localized business network and accessibility to quality food in Mount Laurel. 

There are many ways to enjoy nature in Rancocas Woods, including walking, birdwatching, taking photos, finding flowers, practicing yoga, or just relaxing. we hope to provide fun opportunities for you to connect with the wonderful world around you.

Rancocas Woods is situated on approximately 20 acres of park and forest in Burlington County. The ecology of the park features a variety of tree species and local flowering plants. In addition, The Woods has at least 50 species of birds and local bird lovers and watchers visit the park to take in nature.

1. Review upcoming shop + outdoor events

Enjoy and learn with us. For in-person events, don’t forget to bring water, appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, and protection against biting insects.

2. FREE Nature Activities

View + download nature activity worksheets. Check back every so often to find new sheets to continue on your adventure! 

Share your experience with us by posting your photos on Facebook or Instagram and using the hashtag #RWPassport2Nature

Explore and connect with nature by visiting local parks + nature reserves that are open to the public:

• Rancocas State Park
• Saddler’s Woods
• Long Bridge Park
• Boundary Creek
• Smithville Park
• Rancocas Woods Nature Preserve