New England's oldest continuously operating farm, a working Trustees of Reservations property with more than six miles of footpaths and farm roads plus the adjoining Grass Rides trail network. The farm office and store sit just over the line in Ipswich, but a large share of the Grass Rides riding/walking trails lie within Hamilton.
What to expect
Dogs
Dog walking is allowed at the Grass Rides only, not on the farmstead side. Where allowed, dogs must be leashed per Hamilton's townwide leash bylaw on the Hamilton portion of the trail network.
Hours
Daily, sunrise to sunset
Accessibility
Accessible bathrooms and parking; some trails may be wheelchair-friendly (wide, flat dirt roads)
Horseback Riding
Allowed Year-round, bridle paths
Managed by
The Trustees of Reservations
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On site
Farm Store
Baked goods and prepared foods; Tue-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm summer, Tue-Sun 10am-4pm winter (closed Mon)
Picnic area
Education garden and barnyard area
Common questions
Do I need to be a Trustees member to visit Appleton Farms?
No, but nonmembers pay a parking fee; members park free.
Dog walking is allowed at the Grass Rides section, but not on the working farmstead side.
Is there an entry fee at Appleton Farms?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Appleton Farms?
Dog walking is allowed at the Grass Rides only, not on the farmstead side. Where allowed, dogs must be leashed per Hamilton's townwide leash bylaw on the Hamilton portion of the trail network.
Is Appleton Farms wheelchair accessible?
Accessible bathrooms and parking; some trails may be wheelchair-friendly (wide, flat dirt roads)