Are you looking for a new town to visit for a day trip in New Jersey? Medford is one of the most underrated small towns in the state, and you’ll find plenty of peace and quiet – plus a whole lot of delicious dining options. It makes for a great spot to spend some time when you’re out exploring the Garden State!
You’ll find Medford in the heart of Burlington County. This sleepy town was once a farm community and still holds on to its rural roots, despite being located near one of the busiest highways in the state.
Wikimedia Commons / Mr Matte Unlike the neighboring towns of Marlton and Mt. Laurel, Medford has seemingly escaped overdevelopment and still maintains a quiet country feel to this day.
The town is packed with historic sites, and the Medford Historical Society maintains them.
Flickr / Peter Miller
A visit to Kirby’s Mill, which dates back to 1778, is sure to make you feel like you’re stepping back in time.
Flickr / Peter Miller Kirby’s Mill, 279 Church Rd, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
Speaking of stepping… you can get your steps in at the town’s largest park, Freedom Park. One section is a dedicated “bark park”, where dogs can run around off leash, playing together and splashing in the creek.
Google / Jennifer Welc Freedom Park, 86 Union St, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
If you want a taste of the farm life, visit Johnson’s Corner Farm.
Flickr / Thomas Johnson’s Corner Farm, 133 Church Rd, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
The farm hosts all sorts of seasonal activities, like strawberry picking in the summer and pumpkin picking in the fall.
Facebook / Johnsons Corner Farm
There are also plenty of activities on the farm for children, like a corn maze and a playground, and the farm store sells homemade goodies and gourmet foods, too!
Facebook / Johnsons Corner Farm
For a quieter experience, visit Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue. The rescue is open to the public by appointment only, but they host events year-round and they are always looking for volunteers!
Facebook / Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue, 288 Hartford Rd, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
FAER is the only horse rescue in the county, and over the years, they have saved hundreds of horses, ponies, and donkeys. Many of the rescued horses have gone on to become show horses or faithful companions.
Facebook / Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue
Keep an eye on their event calendar and you can sign up for Yoga with Horses or perhaps even meet Snowflake and Stanley, their mascot miniature horses.
Facebook / Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue
No small town is complete without great places to eat, and if you visit Medford, you’re in luck!
Google Local / The Pop Shop Medford Main Street Medford has so many great restaurants that it’s hard to choose!
The Pop Shop is a bright and cheery retro spot in a former bank. It’s a kid-friendly place to grab breakfast or stop in for a grilled cheese and milkshake for lunch.
Facebook / The Pop Shop Medford The Pop Shop Medford, 1 S Main St, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
If you head south of town towards Medford Lakes, you’ll find PJ Whelihans.
Google Local / P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant (Medford Lakes)
Whelihans is a local chain with a few locations in south Jersey, and they’re known for their mouthwatering wings.
Facebook / P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant (Medford Lakes) P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant - Medford Lakes, 61 Stokes Rd, Medford Lakes, NJ 08055, USA
For a more elevated dining experience, try Braddock’s Tavern.
Facebook / Braddock’s Tavern
They serve up some of the best steak you can find in Burlington County, and a meal here is always an elegant experience.
Facebook / Braddocks Tavern Braddock’s Tavern, 39 S Main St, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
For information on the Medford Historical Society, visit their website, here.
Wikimedia Commons / Mr Matte
Unlike the neighboring towns of Marlton and Mt. Laurel, Medford has seemingly escaped overdevelopment and still maintains a quiet country feel to this day.
Flickr / Peter Miller
Kirby’s Mill, 279 Church Rd, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
Google / Jennifer Welc
Freedom Park, 86 Union St, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
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Johnson’s Corner Farm, 133 Church Rd, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
Facebook / Johnsons Corner Farm
Facebook / Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue
Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue, 288 Hartford Rd, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
Google Local / The Pop Shop Medford
Main Street Medford has so many great restaurants that it’s hard to choose!
Facebook / The Pop Shop Medford
The Pop Shop Medford, 1 S Main St, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
Google Local / P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant (Medford Lakes)
Facebook / P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant (Medford Lakes)
P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant - Medford Lakes, 61 Stokes Rd, Medford Lakes, NJ 08055, USA
Facebook / Braddock’s Tavern
Facebook / Braddocks Tavern
Braddock’s Tavern, 39 S Main St, Medford, NJ 08055, USA
Johnson’s Farm keeps an up-to-date event calendar on their site, and if you are interested in learning more about Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue, follow their Facebook page!
The Pop Shop is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can find their hours and menu information here. PJ Whelihan’s is a lunch and dinner spot, and it’s a great place to catch sports or head out for some time catching up with friends at the bar. Their website has more information here. Braddock’s Tavern is an upscale American restaurant, and reservations are recommended. See their hours and menu online, here.
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