20-60 Minutes
Wayside Loop Trail
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site
The Wayside Loop Trail is a short tour of the site that visitors can do at any time.
The Wayside Loop Trail (map) is an approximately 3/4 of a mile walk that brings you all around our site! Along the way the trail passes a number of interpretive signs that each have information about Martin Van Buren and the site. This is a great activity option if you either don't have enough time for a ranger program, want something to do while waiting for the ranger program, or simply want to spend some time outside!
Tags
Self-Guided Tours - WalkingArchitecture and BuildingPresidentspresidenital homesPresidencyAntebellum EraPolitical History
Visitor Photos
No visitor photos yet
Details
Duration
20-60 Minutes
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
The trail varies between a dirt/gravel carriage road around Van Buren's home and grass/dirt when heading out towards the farm fields. Service Animals are allowed on all parts of the trail.
Pets
Yes — Please do not bring pets into the farm fields behind Van Buren's home and the visitor center. While walking along the loop trail itself is fine, any trails that head further do not allow pets as they are not on park property.
Reservations
No
Age Info
All ages welcome!
Location
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site