As the days grow shorter and a crisp chill creeps into the air, nature's most vibrant season descends upon us. Autumn, with its breathtaking tapestry of reds, oranges, and yellows, invites us to embrace the great outdoors and immerse ourselves in its beauty. While there are countless ways to revel in the magic of fall, few experiences capture its essence quite like a visit to a pumpkin patch and a hayride adventure. These cherished traditions are more than just seasonal outings; they are a celebration of all that makes autumn special. Below is a list of readers' favorite spots to visit for fall favorites, so grab your flannel shirts, dust off your favorite pair of boots, and head out the door.
Alpha & Omega
1129 Cheek Road, Hamptonville, NC
Fall Fun includes a Huge corn maze, pony rides, pumpkin slingshots, duck races, tug of war, and so much more! Visit them on the web at alphaomegacornmaze.com
Armstrong Artisan Farm
1499 Brook Cove Rd., Walnut Cove
With a Huge corn maze, and tons of farm fun included in the admission price this one is a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride, pony rides, pumpkin cannon, hayride, train rides, pig races, axe throwing, duck races, tug of war, and so much more! Check them out online at armstrongartisanfarm.com
Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch at Red Hound Farms
Visit their New General Store, wagon rides, a pumpkin patch, and so much more.
Red Hound Farms, 3239 Frye Bridge Rd, Clemmons. More details can be found at redhoundfarms.com/events
Fairytale Farm Animal Sanctuary
480 Wayside Drive, Winston-Salem
There are many fall activities to enjoy! Pumpkins, hayrides, cotton candy, a family-friendly spook trail, photo ops, and animal visits. All proceeds benefit the rescued animals.
Check them out on Facebook! facebook.com/FairytaleFarmAnimalSanctuary
Fryes Creek Family Farm
9970 N. NC Highway 150, Clemmons, NC 27012
Enjoy Pumpkin patches, a corn maze, games, and a play area for kids
Find them on Facebook facebook.com/Fryes-Creek-Family-Farm
Hawks Pumpkin Patch
2558 West Clemmonsville Road (between Ebert and Stratford) Look for a big tractor at the entrance.
Fully stocked with lots of props (wagons, hay bales) on site to make for great photo opportunities. Family fun for all. Check out their Facebook page: facebook.com/Hawkspumpkinpatch
Jones Strawberry Farm
5590 Seward Rd, Pfafftown, NC 27040
Visit their 5 acre corn maze. Enjoy a hay ride or play games with the family
Check out their Facebook page: facebook.com/jonesstrawberry or on the web jonesstrawberryfarm.com
Beginning in October 2023
Tanglewood Park Hay Rides to Pumpkin Patch
~ Beginning October 2023
Tanglewood Farms inside Tanglewood Park will have tractor-driven rides to pumpkin patches. Private rides can be scheduled any day; public rides are open on weekends.
Call 766-9540 for reservations, information on group hay rides, and costs; reservations are highly recommended
Check them out on the web https://tanglewoodstables.com/hay-rides
