Topsy Farms Trails on Amherst Island feature a 2km groomed forest path leading to an on-site sugar shack. Visitors can explore 200 acres of bushland that support diverse avian life and wildlife, with future plans to expand the network to the historic coastal bluffs of Loyalist Township.
Topsy Farms occupies 200 acres of bushland on Amherst Island, where a multi-generational farming family has opened their property to visitors. The trail system follows pathways that were first worn by deer and later cleared by farmers, connecting the interior forest to the western shoreline. Depending on the season, you might walk past frolicking lambs in the fields on your way to a dense forest that supports a wide range of bird and animal life. The property also holds a piece of military history, with coastal bluffs where cannons were positioned during the War of 1812.
What to Expect
A groomed 2km trail leads through dense woods to the sugar shack and an old vehicle ‘graveyard’, with seasonal farm activity visible along the way. The walking is straightforward, but this is a working farm and a wooded area in one, so the experience shifts with the seasons and the weather.
Here’s What’s Different
- Coastal bluffs where cannons were stationed during the War of 1812.
- Trails that follow natural deer paths cleared over generations of farming.
- A combination of managed farm interaction and wild forest exploration on a single property.
Good to KnowÂ
- All hikers must register at the Wool Shed before using the trails.
- There are no facility services directly on the trails.
- LOCAL TIP
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- FAST FACTS
- The farm includes 200 acres of bushland.
- The groomed trail to the sugar shack is 2 km long.
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What We Offer
Common Questions
Yes, the 2km groomed trail leads directly to the on-site sugar shack year-round.
Yes, all hikers must register at the Wool Shed before heading out.
The current forest trail is 2 km, with a 6 km bluff hike planned for future opening.
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Getting Here
Access requires the ferry from Millhaven to the island.
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