New Hartford: History, Trails and Parks

You can get to know New Hartford through its local history as well as its outdoor activities. Churches, historic tours, trails, parks and a seasonal farmers market appeal to a range of interests. When choosing a vacation rental, it makes sense to start with the focus of your outing: are you mainly interested in historic sites or in trails and parks?

Churches and Historic Sites

New Hartford Presbyterian Church, at 45 Genesee Street, was founded on August 27, 1791. St. Stephen’s Church, at 22–27 Oxford Road, is privately owned and has been listed in the National and State Registers of Historic Places since 1996. The founding of one church and the register listing of the other are two distinct historical points of interest.

The New Hartford Historical Society offers a walking tour that leads from its headquarters at 2 Paris Road to historic sites. Its headquarters provides a specific starting point for the tour; the churches can be located by their respective addresses. This lets you make a historic walk a separate activity while also learning about the two churches and their distinct historical details.

Trails and Parks

The New Hartford and Whitestown Rail Trail starts at a parking lot on New Hartford Street in the Town of New Hartford. In the Town and in Whitestown, the trail connects State Routes 5, 8 and 12. The Philip A. Rayhill Memorial Trail is four miles long, paved and accessible; it runs parallel to the new Judd Road Connector. You can compare the two trails by their different features: the Rail Trail’s starting point and road connections are specified, while the Philip A. Rayhill Memorial Trail’s length, surface and accessibility are given.

Sherrillbrook Park has walking trails; six pickleball courts were also reported there for 2024. Availability and applicable rules may change, so check them before your visit. In the hamlet of Washington Mills, Washington Mills Athletic Park has a hiking trail and a 60-foot accessible fishing pier. Check the trail’s current condition, as well as the pier’s accessibility and maintenance, on site.

Splash Pad and Seasonal Market

In the hamlet of Chadwicks, which is part of New Hartford, Donovan Memorial Park has a splash pad. The farmers market takes place on the Village Green in New Hartford and is seasonal. If you plan to visit the market, check the current dates beforehand.

When looking for a vacation rental in New Hartford, first decide which destinations are a priority for your stay. Then compare the specific accommodation address with your planned activities; this lets you choose a location based on the experiences that matter to you.

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