The Farmlands Trail In Kejimkujik National Park
The Farmlands Trail is one of the diverse but short hikes in the wonderful Kejimkujik National Park in Nova Scotia, Canada. This 1.1-kilometre loop is accessible via the Kejimkujik Main Parkway and takes visitors across what was once farmland in the area, hence the name.
The trail is well-groomed and easy to follow. Like many of Kejimkujik’s trails, the Farmlands Trail is a great option for a quick walk within the National Park. Interactive signs offer hikers historical information about the area, making it a great history lesson in addition to being a workout.
Difficulty: Easy
Length: 1.1 km (loop)
Suggested Duration: 25 – 35 minutes
Signage: Information signs throughout
Facilities: Parking lot, camping nearby
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Key Features Of The Farmlands Trail
- Located in Kejimkujik National Park
- Hike through an area that used to be a 19th-century farm
- Passes through a mix of forested areas and open fields.
- Offers opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife sightings.
- Dog friendly (on a leash)
Facilities And Services
- Parking lot
- Camping
- Visitor Centre
- Garbage
- Washrooms (Visitor Centre, Jeremy’s Bay Campground, Jake’s Landing)
- Water Station (Visitor Centre, Jeremy’s Bay Campground, Jake’s Landing)
Before You Start Hiking The Farmlands Trail
The Farmlands trail is a relatively easy and short hike. The trail takes hikers through groomed and grassy terrain to remnants of an old drumlin farm previously owned by Peter Rogers.
The trail is mostly groomed with a few front country bridges. It is important to stay on the designated paths to help protect fragile vegetation and reduce the likelihood of ticks. As Kejimkujik National Park is known for having ticks, we highly recommend bringing a tick removal tool kit.
This trail is located within the Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site. To hike the Farmlands Trail, visitors will need to purchase either a day pass or an overnight pass.
If you choose to stay overnight at Keji, there are a few accommodation options. Hikers can choose from the following: campsites, RV sites, roofed accommodations including oTENTik, Ôasis, rustic cabins and a yurt.
Please note that while the park is open year-round, certain activities such as camping, fishing and Whynot Adventure rentals are only seasonal.
As always, make sure to leave no trace behind. Clean up after yourself and do not approach or feed any wildlife along the trail.
Our Experience Hiking The Farmlands Trail
Our experience hiking the Farmlands Trail came during an extended stay in the Kejimkujik National Park. When we decided to do this hike, Nova Scotia was enduring a heatwave.
In our planning, we chose to hike the Farmlands Trail after the Hemlocks And Hardwoods Trail and Flowing Waters Trail before the hottest part of the day. The trail is short, and we would enjoy the air conditioning in our car immediately before and after the hike.
Arriving at the Farmlands Trail trailhead and parking lot, we parked the car, drank some water, and got on our way along this 1.1-kilometre loop.
The terrain of the Farmlands Trail was well-groomed, much like the other front country day trails Keji has to offer. This made it easy to move quickly and take in the beautiful scenery of the forest and farmland.
This trail also had some boardwalks to make it easier for hikers. Note that this trail is for hikers only. There are many other trails within the park that welcome cyclists.
We took our time in the shaded parts of the trail and walked swiftly through the unshaded areas. There are several interactive signs explaining the history of the farmland and how the land was once used. If you have the time, we encourage you to stop and read all the signs.
In a clearing about halfway through the trail, there are farmland structures worth checking out. The roofed structure offers shade and a place to rest and enjoy nature. By this time in the day, it was getting significantly hot, and we were ready for a swim and siesta.
Making our way around the loop, we quickly got back to our car. From there, it was time to relax for a few hours before getting to the next hike of the day: the Rogers Brook Trail.
Checklists And Recommended Gear
Click the highlighted items to view the prices of our recommended gear while staying in Kejimkujik National Park.
HIKING GEAR
- Hiking shoes – Women’s // Men’s
- Cascade Hiking Poles
- Water Bottle
- Atlantick Tick Removal Tool Kit
- Atlantick Spray
- Ponchos or rain jackets
- Lamp/Headlight
- Sunscreen
- Sun hat
- Camera
- Insect repellent
SLEEP AND SHELTER
- Tent
- Tarp
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Pillow
- Rope
SAFETY GEAR
- Emergency first aid kit
- Whistle
- Watch
- Knife or multi-tool
- Bear spray in a holster
- Repair kit for the tent
- A trip plan left with a friend or family member in case of emergency
KITCHEN ESSENTIALS
- Single-burner camping stove
- Fuel for stove
- Pot
- Aeropress Go Travel
- Food
- Cutlery
- Lighter, matches, fire starters
- Water filter or purification tablets
- Dry bag for hanging food at night
PERSONAL ITEMS
- Socks (extra in case of rain)
- Hiking clothes
- Warmer attire for the evenings
- Ecofriendly hygiene products
- Wilderness wipes
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Phone or emergency communication device
- Feminine hygiene items
- Quick-dry towel
- Hand sanitizer
- Ecofriendly body soap
