Farm Outbuildings Loop

Farm Outbuildings

NPS Photo/Stephen Girimont

The trail by the farm outbuildings is one segment of a larger nature trail system. It is the longest segment of the nature trail system as it is a 2.1, moderate, round trip. 

Details

Duration

90-120 Minutes

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance: 2.1 miles

Activity

Hiking

The trail starts to the left of the front entrance to the park Visitor Center by the park orientation wayside. Head South for approximately 600 yards and the trail will veer right. There is a steep decline (approximately 7% grade) of approximately 200 yards at this spot and loose gravel can cause footing issues. Continue on the trail for approximately 800 yards until you see a second orientation wayside. Continue straight on the trail for approximately 1200 yards, passing the Tenant House until you arrive at the park road/trail in front of the Tobacco Barn and Corn Crib. There is more loose gravel on the park road so use caution Turn right, passing the Stables and following the park road/trail for approximately 800 yards until you reach the Visitor Center.
 

Age(s)

All ages, but minors should be with an adult, parent, or guardian

Pets Allowed

Yes

Be sure to check out information on having pets in the park. 

Activity Fee

No

There is no fee to visiting Thomas Stone National Historic Site. 

Location

Visitor Center to Farm Outbuildings

The trail starts to the left of the front entrance to the park Visitor Center by the park orientation wayside. Head South for approximately 600 yards and the trail will veer right. There is a steep decline (approximately 7% grade) of approximately 200 yards at this spot and loose gravel can cause footing issues. Continue on the trail for approximately 800 yards until you see a second orientation wayside. Continue straight on the trail for approximately 1200 yards, passing the Tenant House until you arrive at the park road/trail in front of the Tobacco Barn and Corn Crib. There is more loose gravel on the park road so use caution Turn right, passing the Stables and following the park road/trail for approximately 800 yards until you reach the Visitor Center.
 

Reservations

No

Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Thomas Stone National Histoic Site is closed for the winter months. Check out the operating hours and seasons before arriving to the park. 

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

Thomas Stone National Historic Site:

• Parking: one accessible space at the Visitor Center and one at the Mansion 
• Visitor Center Entrance: Front and side doors to Visitor Center open outwards. A button can be pushed to automatically open or it can be manually opened. 
• Nature Trail System: A variety of surfaces are on different trails. Surfaces consist of boardwalk, loose gravel, grass, and dirt. The trail segment from the Visitor Center to the Stone Family Cemetery is the most accessible trail.
• Restrooms: Men's and Women's both wheelchair accessible. 

Check out the weather, operating hours and seasons, and directions to the park when planning your trip to Thomas Stone National Historic Site.