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Leonard J. Buck Garden is a nationally recognized rock garden. The garden consists of a series of rock outcroppings and woodland gardens in a 29 acre valley.

M-Closed, Tues-Fri 9-4, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5 The Leonard J. Buck Garden is one of the premier rock gardens in the eastern United States. Begun in the late 1930's, the garden has reached a breathtaking point of maturity. It consists of a series of alpine and woodland gardens situated in a 33-acre wooded stream valley. Named for Mr. Buck, who developed the garden as part of his estate, it was donated to the Somerset County Park Commission by Mrs. Helen Buck in 1976.

11/02/2026

🌿 Celebrating 50 Years of Leonard J. Buck Garden Stewardship! 🌿

Last Friday, the Somerset County Park Commission celebrated 50 years of stewarding and maintaining the beautiful Leonard J. Buck Garden! It is exceptionally difficult to believe that a half century has passed since Helen R. Buck donated the garden to the Park Commission.

Members of the Somerset County Park Foundation, Park Commission, the Buck family, and Park Commission staff gathered to reflect on the garden’s rich history and celebrate the lasting legacy of this one-of-a-kind rock garden. As part of the celebration, a new bench was unveiled and dedicated in honor of Nancy Buck Pyne in recognition of her generous contributions.

The celebration may be over, but there’s still plenty to enjoy! 🍂 Fall foliage is adding seasonal beauty throughout the garden, making this a wonderful time to visit. Stop by this week and experience the beauty of Leonard J. Buck Garden for yourself! 🌳

Garden Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 9am – 4pm | Saturdays: 10am – 5pm | Sundays: 12pm – 5pm

10/26/2026

Fall is a spectacular time to visit LJB, stop by Tuesday-Friday 9am-4pm, Saturday 10am-5pm or Sunday 12pm-5pm

10/23/2026

The Garden will be open Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm

Thank you for your understanding.

10/14/2026

Capture the Colors of Autumn at Buck Garden! 🖌️🍂🎨

Looking to bring the beauty of autumn to life on canvas? Join us for Painting in the Garden at Leonard J. Buck Garden in Far Hills next Saturday, October 24, from 11am to 2pm!

You'll join artist Wes Sherman for a Plein Air workshop where you can refine your craft, connect with fellow art enthusiasts, and create unforgettable works surrounded by Buck Garden's blooming landscape!

Pre-registration is required and a supply list will be provided. All skill levels welcome!

Visit our website to register: www.somersetcountyparks.org/horticultural-programming

Let's Go Create!

10/13/2026

Leonard J. Buck Garden
will be CLOSED on Saturday, October 17th due to the Far Hills Race Meeting.

We will be open Sunday, October 18th at 12:00pm

Thank you!

10/11/2026

Just a few weekends away! Still time to register for Painting in the Garden on Saturday October 24th.

10/02/2026

Wait, are we still in New Jersey? What a place to have lunch!

09/21/2026

The tropicals are having their last moments, and the monarchs are headed out, the seasons are changing!

09/08/2026

Please be advised that starting Monday September 14th, our hours are changing. Thank you!

09/02/2026

A tiny saddleback caterpillar spotted in the garden. Luckily, we found this one the easy way, without letting its venomous hairs touch us!

Address

11 Layton Road
Far Hills, NJ
07931

Telephone

(908) 722-1200 Ext 5621

Website

http://www.somersetcountyparks.org/

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