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Mount Hope Farm
Bristol, Mount Hope Trust
2.5 miles of trail
2.5 miles2.5 miles of trail at this site are wheelchair and stroller-friendly, however, these trails may not meet ADA standards.
Click on the "Trail Map (PDF)" button to download a PDF of the trail map that you can print and take with you on the trail.
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In Rhode Island the primary hunting seasons typically run from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and from the third Saturday in April to the last day in May, however this can vary from year to year and depends on what game is being hunted. During hunting season you should wear at least 200 square inches (a hat OR a vest) of blaze orange. During shotgun deer season, which is typically in December, you should wear at least 500 square inches of blaze orange (a hat AND a vest). For more information see the RI DEM website.
Enjoy a leisurely stroll on our paved trails, past fields, ponds and wooded splendor. Our trails extend down to Mount Hope Bay with stunning views of the Mount Hope Bridge. You can also visit our barnyard and say hello to our chickens, sheep and playful goats.
On Saturdays you can end your walk with a visit to our Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm.
Dogs: Must be leashed, must pick up your waste.
Public Access Parking Trailhead
Driving Landmarks: The street address for Mount Hope Farm is 250 Metacom Avenue (Route 136). If heading south, to get to this trailhead use the second driveway on the left. If heading north, use the first driveway on the right. The driveway leads to a large parking lot on the right. This is NOT the driveway with the Governor Bradford House at the top.
Parking: Yes: Parking lot, 40 spaces, no overnight parking
ADA Accessible Parking Spaces? Yes
Coordinates: 41° 40.061' N 71° 15.309' W See this location in: Google Maps Acme Maps
Governor Bradford House Entrance
Driving Landmarks: The street address for Mount Hope Farm is 250 Metacom Avenue (Route 136). If heading south, to get to this trailhead use the first driveway on the left. If heading north, use the second driveway on the right. You will see the Governor Bradford House at the top
Parking: Yes: Parking lot, 10 spaces, no overnight parking
ADA Accessible Parking Spaces? Yes
Coordinates: 41° 40.171' N 71° 15.353' W See this location in: Google Maps Acme Maps
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This site report was last updated on June 17, 2022
Comments:
Limited Access as of late.
Submitted by: Anonymous; June 9, 2020; 12:15 pm
The farm and the grounds are absolutely beautiful. They allow dogs on leashes (thank you). My concern is that in the last few years, the trails and parking have become more restricted. Suddenly there is a giant gate with a code and chains and locks and no trespassing signs everywhere. I hope that the Mount Hope Trust realizes that this property was purchased with a large bond granted them by the citizens of Bristol with the understanding that it would be preserved for ALL to enjoy, not just the few with access to "the code" at the gate.
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