Moth Discovery Night 2025
July 9, 2025
Join us in celebrating the 13th annual National Moth Week in the park after dark! View our tiny flying friends when they come visit our light. Help collect citizen science data while you learn about the valuable role moths have in our ecosystem.
PREREGISTER:
Please call (609) 397-2949 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register or for more information.
WHERE: 2185 Daniel Bray Highway, Stockton, NJ
DATE: Friday, July 25, 2025
TIME: 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
COST: FREE BUT PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
This event is for ages 8 and up, and all minors must be accompanied by an adult.
THE 2025-26 HUNTING SEASON AT SIX MILE RUN: THINGS TO KNOW
JULY 5, 2025:
New Jersey State Park issued permits are available for deer bow hunters to access over 2,000 acres of land within Six Mile Run Reservoir Site. There are also a limited number of firearm permits available for a limited area within the Six Mile Run Reservoir Site. Please carefully read the instructions below to apply for either a bow or firearm permit.
BE ADVISED: Hunters MUST APPLY FOR A PARK PERMIT TO HUNT ANYWHERE WITHIN SIX MILE RUN. Download/Print the deer hunting map for Six Mile Run by clicking the link below:
SIX MILE RUN RESERVOIR SITE DEER HUNTING MAP - ZONE 14
PLEASE NOTE:
1. One stand/blind permitted per hunter;
D&R Canal State Park
Click the link to download/print the bow season application:
BOW HUNTER APPLICANT AGREEMENT SHEET
FIREARM SEASON: A total of 15 permits will be issued for the 2023/2024 season by a RANDOM lottery. To be considered for the lottery please submit your name with your email and/or phone to Stephanie Vannais (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; 609-924-5705) by September 30, 2025. If your name is selected the park will notify you and provide you with a firearm application to be completed.
Please direct any questions to Stephanie Vannais at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the park office at (609) 924-5705.
2. Parking Permit only needs to be displayed in Hunter Only Lots (see a map for details);
3. Please review the map as permissible hunting areas have changed;
4. Stands are prohibited from being placed directly on Six Mile Run Reservoir property lines or in the view-shed of residents residing directly adjacent to Six Mile Run Reservoir Site.
145 Mapleton Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
SCUDDERS FALLS NOW CLOSED ON WEEKENDS
July 2, 2025
Effective immediately, the Scudders Falls section of D&R Canal State Park WILL BE CLOSED to for parking on FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS during the summer season.
The closure is a result of excessive usage that has led to violations of the State Park Service code, creating an unsafe environment for visitors and park staff. Weekend visitors who park at this location for canal towpath use or launching kayak and canoes are encouraged to use the other public designated locations at D&R Canal State Park, Bulls Island Recreation Area or nearby Washington Crossing State Park.
Click here to view D&R Canal State Park’s map for alternate park access points.
The Scudders Falls upper lots will be open and accessible to park visitors MONDAY - THURSDAYS ONLY.
BE ADVISED:
Winged Wonders of the Night
JULY 5, 2025
Join Friends of Princeton Nursery Lands and wildlife biologist Blaine Rothauser to explore the world of New Jersey Moths during National Moth Week. We seldom see them, as most fly at night, but moths are important pollinators, and their caterpillars are a major food source for baby birds.
After a slide presentation on moths, we will step outside and turn on a 1,000-watt light after dark to lure moths and identify them. Bring a camera for some awesome close-ups!
Bug spray, flashlight or headlamp, and comfortable walking shoes recommended. You will be walking outside at dusk and dark. This night event is geared towards ages 12+.
ADMISSION IS FREE BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To pre-register, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 609-683-0483.
Space is limited to 25 participants so make sure to reserve your spot as soon as possible.
WHERE: 145 Mapleton Road, Princeton
DATE: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
TIME: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
COST: FREE
BRIDGE & PARKING AREA AT 5-MILE LOCK CLOSED FOR REPAIRS; NO TRAIL ACCESS
JUNE 25, 2025
Due to needed bridge repair and construction activities at the 5-Mile Lock both trail access and vehicle parking at this location is currently closed.
As a result, the D&R Canal multi-use trail will not be accessible from the 5-Mile Lock Parking Lot located along Easton Avenue in Franklin Township.
Click the link for a full list of available parking areas:
D&R Canal State Park Parking Areas
BE ADVISED:
The nearest parking areas/trail access points are:
