Our Facilities

  • Farmhouse Welcome Center – Start your trip here! Follow the bear footprints up to complete guest Check In and pay the Day Use Fee. Chat with a Naturalist who will help you plan your visit, review a trail map, or get information on what events are going on at Up Yonda Farm. Don’t forget our native and exotic turtle exhibit! We’ve also got local maple syrup, honey and field guides for sale.
  • Hiking Trails – almost 3 miles of well marked easy-moderate hiking trails through the property.
  • StoryWalk on the Sugar Trail, changes seasonally.
  • Sugar House – Open and staffed for programs during sugar season (March), open for self guided tours during July/August.
  • Pond – Use a net and collection bucket to get a closer look at some of the aquatic animals living in the water.
  • Sensory Garden – A great place for quiet reflection or creative play at the north end of the property. Please note that as of January 2023, the Sensory Garden area is closed until further notice.
  • Butterfly Garden – Observe the life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly from egg to butterfly from June – September.
  • Museum Hands-on exhibits for learners of all ages! Learn about Adirondack animals, birds, and pollinators with our taxidermy and multimedia exhibits. Try out our augmented reality sandbox (TopoBox) and experience geology and geography concepts first hand!
  • Auditorium – Learn about local history, or attend a Naturalist presentation in this converted rustic structure.
  • Geocaches – Try your hand at a real world treasure hunt using GPS on your phone.