From the trailhead on Young Road there is a beautiful open field loop that has mowed paths throughout. The beginning of the trail is very steep, and also has a steep cross slope that could cause difficulties for some people. The trail continues to be steep through the entire course of the loop, with some sections having a severe cross slope. The surface of the trail is all grass and is very bumpy with some larger bumps within the trail that are not visible due to the grass being mowed at all the same height.
There is a short wooded trail to Cross Road, but the trail is narrow and the entrance to it from the field is very tight. There is a camping area on the wooded trail that is used by organized youth groups by reservation only. Contact the Derry Conservation Commission for reservations.
Fishing is also allowed on this property.
Trail conditions can change without warning. Trail last assessed: 6/12/2026.
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"
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 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. 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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