To ensure your visit is a safe and happy one, please:
Wash your hands thoroughly after touching all animals and any surfaces.
Pet all animals on their backs or on top of their heads. Please do not tough their faces.
Obey our feeding signs. You may bring fruits and veggies for the rabbits and birdseed is occasionally available for purchase at our Visitor Center. All other animals are only feed by the Farmers (they are on very special diets so feeding them can make them very sick).
Keep your children within reach. Note, children under 12 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Use your feet or stroller to get around. Bikes and scooters scare the animals and must remain outside the Farm gates.
Leave your pets at home – only certified guide dogs are allowed.
Leave the flowers for everyone to enjoy – please do not pick them.
Do not pick up animals. They do not like it and you may get hurt.
Do not chase the animals. It upsets them – especially the ducks, chickens, and Peafowl.
Do not eat or drink in animal pens.
Do not swim or wade in any of the water areas – the water is not clean.
Do not climb on our fences or trees. Instead, climb on the playground at the south end of the parking lot.
Q & A’s
What if it rains?
We all know it seldom rains in North Vancouver. When it does Maplewood is open and fun. We have umbrellas to lend and the pathways drain fairly well (wear boots anyway) and there is always Rabbitat, Livestock Barn and Picnic Shelter to hide out in. When it rains, the Goats can be found in Hill Paddock out behind the barn under a shed roof. Don’t forget, it’s dry inside the Gift Shop, too!
Come on in and enjoy farming in the rain!
How do I get to the farm?
Our map page shows our location, and lets you plan your trip via car, bus, or bicycle.
Parking
Parking is free, yup! that is what we said. Remember we mentioned the farm has free parking, well it has but on busy days it can fill up quickly, because it’s free. Additional street parking is available just follow signage and don’t block driveways, this parking is also free.
Do you provide information for parents?
The Farm offers a unique field trip opportunity for all sorts of people who love animals and want to learn more about them. Thousands of people from Pre-Schools, Day Care Centres and Elementary Schools have found a trip to Maplewood Farm to be both fun and rewarding. Remember though that the Farm is also a working farm, complete with the miracle of new life and the potential hazards of large animals and working equipment.
In order to maintain the good health of you and your children, it is most important to be washing hands with soap and water frequently. The Farm provides excellent hand washing facilities. Monitor child behaviour and be sure hands are kept away from their faces and mouths.
Do you have pony rides?
We offer one hour private pony ride booking for up to 8 kids. CLICK HERE to get more information.
Can you host birthday parties?
Yes! We offer a variety of party packages for our indoor space as well as outdoor party options. CLICK HERE to get more information and book online.
