Farm and Ranch Adventures
October 2nd, 2009 by Meena Viswanathan
Fall is a great time to explore family farms and ranches around the Mid-South because there’s so much to do. Your family can enjoy pumpkin patches, hayrides, corn mazes, and more. So why wait? Leave the city behind and give your kids a taste of the country life.
The Mid-South Maze at The Agricenter International in Memphis
870-6338 • midsouthmaze.com
Open October 1-31. • In addition to pumpkin patch, hayrides, kiddie maze, corn cannon, and haunted hayride, check out their newest addition, the Jumping Pillow, which accommodates up to 40 kids.
Hours: Wednesday-Friday from 4-10 p.m. Saturday, noon-10 p.m. & Sunday, noon-8 p.m. Haunted Corn Maze open Friday and Saturday nights, 7-10 p.m.
Admission: Corn Maze: $7/adult. $5/child ages 6-12. Haunted Maze: $10/adult. $8/child ages 6-12. Haunted Hayride: $5. Jumping Pillow: $4. Corn Cannon: $1 for three shots. Kiddie Maze: $1 or free with the purchase of pumpkin.
Cedar Hill Farm Fall Festival at Cedar Hill Farm in Hernando, MS
(662) 429-2540 • cedarhfarm.com
October 1 through November 1 • This farm features pumpkin patch, “Spider Maze,” hayrides, petting zoo, pony rides, train ride, pig races “Pigadega 500,” live music, chicken show, education station, hay fort, hay maze, fishing pond, and play areas. Also includes haunted hayride, trail of terror, corn maze, and black hole for adults.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Haunting hours: October 9-31. On Friday & Saturday, 6-10 p.m.
Admission: General admission: $8. Group discounts available. Haunted Hayride: $9. Trail of Terror: $10. Corn Maize: $7. Black Hole: $1. All Access Combo: $20.
Family Fest Days at Donnell Century Farm Adventure in Jackson, TN
(731) 424-4526 • donnellcenturyfarm.com
Saturdays in October with different themes each week. • October 3: Cowboy Day. October 10: Pumpkin Festival October 17: Corn Maze Daze. October 24: Scarecrow Day October 31: Krazy Costume Day. Activities include pumpkin patch, pumpkin toss, hayrides, barnyard animals, scarecrow kiddie corn maze, goat ramp, contests, and duck races. Check out their mini barn village where each barn has hands-on activities including milking a wooden cow, cotton wagon jump, corn filled sandboxes, tractor tire playground, and more.
Hours: Saturdays from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: $6.
Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze at Jones Orchard in Millington, TN
872-0703 • jonesorchard.com
Open October 1 through 31. • There are two corn mazes with six checkpoints and six Sudoku checkpoints in one maze. Pick your own pumpkin patch available next to the corn maze. Also includes a Trail of Terror for children ages 10 and up with a hayride at the end of the trail.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 5-10 p.m. Saturday & Sunday from noon-10 p.m. Trial of Terror is open Friday and Saturday nights in October.
Admission: Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze: $8/adult. $6/child ages 5-12. Trail of Terror: $12. Group discounts available. Discount coupons available on website.
Hayrides at Misty Hollow Farms in Millington, TN
876-6315 • mistyhollowpettingfarm.net
Open through October. • Features a petting zoo, pony rides, hayrides, moon bounce, lake fishing, bonfires, and picnic.
Hours: By appointment only.
Admission: Design your own package.
Corn maze/Hayride and Pumpkin Patch at Our Family Farm in Olive Branch, MS
(662) 893-7888 • ourfamilfarmtours.com
Fridays and Saturdays in October. • Corn maze has over one mile of trails stretching over four acres on a real farm. Hayride is available to and from the maze. Also includes Haunted Hay Tunnel for older children.
Hours: Corn Maze/Hayride: October 2-31. Fridays & Saturdays from 6-9 p.m. Haunted Hay Tunnel: October 23-31. On Fridays & Saturdays from 7-10 p.m.
Admission: Corn Maze/Hayride: $5. Haunted Hay Tunnel: $5. Combo: $8.
Shelby Farms Park Hayride and Bonfire at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis
767-PARK • shelbyfarmspark.org
Runs October 16-December 2. • Hayride through the park, bonfire, hot chocolate, and marshmallows. One group per evening only,
Hours: 7-9 p.m.
Admission: $300 for 30 people. Reservations required.
Fall Fun at Triple “R” Ranch in Marion, Arkansas
(870) 739-4893 • triple-r-ranch.biz
Runs October and November. • Festivities include pumpkin patch, hayride, pumpkin game, pony rides, petting zoo, bonfire, picnic area, and playground.
Hours: By appointment only.
Admission: Varies according to group sizes and activities. Reservations required.
Fall Farm Festival @ Maple Grove Farm in Collierville
861-7422 • maplegrovefarm.net
On Saturday, October 31 • Fun activities all day, with a costume contest at 5 p.m. Features a petting farm, hayrides, moon bounce, face painting, pumpkin patch, playground, zip-line, costume contest, and concessions. Benefits Paul Andrew McDaniel Foundation. For details, visit paulmcdanielfoundation.org
Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.,
Admission: $10/child. Free for adults.