Broadview Farm Conservation Area

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The land known as Broadview Farm consists of rolling agricultural lands, open fields, small ponds, streams, and wooded areas. The land used to be a working dairy farm.
Trail Activity
Walking Hiking Ungroomed cross-country skiing
Length
1.50 miles, Network
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Derry (NH)
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt, Grass/Meadow
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No

Description

Beautiful open field loop with a short wooded trail to Cross Road. Camping area use by organized youth groups by reservation only. Contact the Derry Conservation Commission for reservations.

Fishing is also allowed on this property.

Other Information

History: Acquired in 1998 using proceeds of a bond authorized by the Town Council for open space preservation. Broadview Farm was formerly a working dairy farm. The land and buildings fell into a state of severe disrepair when the owner passed away. Improvements on the property were accomplished largely with volunteer labor from the Broadview Farm committee members, local citizens, and youths from the Jobstart program, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Girl Scouts. Portions of the farm are again planted with hay and corn. A sign, foot trails and a camping area with tent platforms, outhouse, and dining pavilion have been constructed by local Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts.


The Zarba family has generously donated an access easement across their property from Cross Road. A sign on Cross Road and trail from Cross Road to the existing trail system were completed in the spring of 2006. When visiting Broadview Farm from Cross Road, Please respect the rights of the property owners and stay on the trail until you reach Broadview Farm. Broadview Farm property begins at the remains of a stonewall and is marked by a small white circular signs that read: "Town of Derry Conservation Area"

Trail Manager

Derry Conservation Commission
14 Manning St.
Derry, NH 03038
Phone: (603)432-6100
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Trail Tips

Plan Ahead and Prepare
Visit busy trailheads mid-week to avoid crowds.

Trailhead Information

Young Road entrance: From Derry head northeast on W. Broadway (102). At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto E. Derry Rd. After 1.2 miles, turn Left onto Old Chester Rd. Take a sharp right onto Young Rd. The parking area will be on your left after just 1/10th of a mile.

Cross Rd. entrance: From Derry head northeast on W. Broadway (102). At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto E. Derry Rd. After 1.2 miles, turn Left onto Old Chester Rd. After nearly a mile, turn right onto Cross Road. The entrance will be on your right after just 1/10th of a mile. There is very limited parking at this entrance.

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