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Trial Farm

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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Practical info — Trial Farm

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Since Trial Farm is practically a suburb of Orange Walk Town, you can easily use it as a base to explore the main town.
Use local shared taxis for a cheap and authentic way to travel to neighboring areas.
Always carry enough cash (Belize dollars), as card payments are rarely accepted in small local shops.
Start your explorations early in the morning to beat the intense midday heat.

🍽 Food

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Orange Walk Tacos

Try the famous local tacos at street stalls, they are best enjoyed early in the morning for breakfast.

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Salbutes

Fried corn tortillas topped with chicken and cabbage, often found at small eateries in the village center.

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Rice and Beans

The Belizean classic, often served with stewed chicken in local family-run dining spots.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Fresh Fruits

Buy tropical fruits from the small stands along the main roads.

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Local Baked Goods

In the village's small bakeries, you can find fresh bread and sweet treats for the day.

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New River Walk

Take advantage of the river's proximity for a quiet stroll during the cooler evening hours.

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Village Center

Away from peak traffic hours, the small parks and squares of the village offer a peaceful retreat.

Trial Farm is a rapidly expanding community in the Orange Walk District, located immediately north of the district capital, Orange Walk Town. Originally envisioned as an agricultural settlement, Trial Farm has evolved into a significant residential and commercial hub that is now deeply integrated into the town's urban fabric. The population is ethnically diverse, with Mestizos comprising the largest group, supplemented by Creoles and other cultural communities. Economically, Trial Farm benefits immensely from its strategic position along the Philip Goldson Highway, making it a prime location for retail businesses, workshops, and various service providers. Despite increasing urbanization, agriculture, specifically sugarcane farming, remains a presence in the village's outlying areas. The community maintains its own local governance and is home to a wide array of educational institutions and religious centers that anchor its social life. Trial Farm serves as an essential bridge between the rural northern villages and the bustling commercial activity of Orange Walk Town.

Location: Belize
Nearby: Yo Creek (6 km)
Population: ~5.850 (2025)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	23	25	26	28	29	27	27	27	27	26	24	23
Rain mm	83	46	38	35	121	222	137	174	190	230	146	103

Geography

Population

5,850 (2025)

Coordinates

18.10000, -88.56700

Facts

Trial Farm is one of the most populous villages in the Orange Walk District.
It is situated on the main artery connecting Belize City to the Mexican border.
The village economy has transitioned toward retail and professional services.
It hosts several secondary and tertiary educational support centers.
The Trial Farm Village Council is known for its active community development projects.
The proximity to the New River allows for recreational fishing nearby.