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.

Avenza maps are special, free maps that you can use in the Avenza app on your smart phone. These maps let you see your location on the map as you walk. Download the Avenza App for free in the Apple App Store or on Google Play

Click on the Avenza Trail Map button to "purchase" the free map for this trail from the Avenza map store. If this is your first time, Avenza will ask you to set up an account to check out. However, all Avenza trail maps listed on ExploreRI are free.

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.

A network of 3 moderate trails intersect with the North/South Trail. The first thing you will notice is the quiet. The farm is on the migratory path for birds, so ideal for birdwatchers. An unlimited variety of fungi can be found by hikers with a sharp eye. A broad colony of Bloodroot is a treat if you catch it during its brief flowering time.

Our Red Devon, pasture-raised cows are eager to be admired at several openings on the Red Trail (Margery's Trail). We do ask that visitors be respectful of the farm manager's home privacy at the trailhead of the Red Trail beside the black barn.

Several small sections along the Red Trail can be muddy in spring and after a rain.

Somewhere out there a surprise RI Walks Challenge Creature is waiting to share a selfie with you!

Please be aware the the Trifield and South Meadow Trails may be closed periodical during the haying season.

Maps are available at the kiosks at North Road and Balcom Road as well as on our website, Facebook page, and Instagram.

Borders Farm Preservation, Inc. website

Dogs: Dogs must be leashed

Skiing/Snowshoeing: Yellow Trail (John Bradley's Trail) only

Other Amenities: A picnic area is available to the public at the corner of North Road and Balcom Road.

There is a Port-o-potty at the main farmhouse.

This is a Creature Challenge site. The creature is on the Red Trail.
Learn more about the Creature Challenge.

Margery's Trail (red blazes) Trailhead

Driving Landmarks: The address of this trailhead is 38 North Road. It is 1.2 miles from Route 94 in Foster Center. Kiosk and parking on the right, before the red farm manager's house. One end of Margery's Trail is about 250 feet to the west down North Road, past the black barn, and is marked by a red blaze. The other end of Margery's Trail is about 1000 feet east on North Road. Or you can walk west down North Road, past the farm manager's red house and the black barn, to get to the trifield area on the right and the South Meadow Trail on the left.

Parking: Yes: Parking lot, 3 spaces, no overnight parking

ADA Accessible Parking Spaces? Yes

Coordinates: 41° 47.114' N    71° 45.015' W   See this location in: Google Maps   Acme Maps

John Bradley Trail (yellow blazes) Trailhead

Driving Landmarks: From Route 94 in Foster Center go about 1.1 miles west on North Road and then turn left onto Balcom Road. The parking area for the trailhead is about 1/4 mile ahead on the left.

Parking: Yes: Parking lot, 3 spaces, no overnight parking

Coordinates: 41° 47.092' N    71° 44.44' W   See this location in: Google Maps   Acme Maps