Wagon Ride

This 900-acre farm located just north of I-85 between Anderson and Clemson boasts one of the largest corn mazes in the Southeast. In addition to the maze, they offer a wide assortment of activities including play areas, farm animals, and a U-pick pumpkin patch. The activities are all covered under one admission price. Denver Downs Farm is late September through mid-November.

Fall Festival runs select dates September 25th – November 15th, 2026
Open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

Offers:

• Pumpkin Patch
• Many Kids’ Activities- cow train, jumping pillow, zip line, and more!
• Farm Animals
• Corn Maze

Check out our KA review of the Denver Downs Fall Festival, with reviews of what’s new on the farm, their epic slide, and other fun things to do on the farm.

Eliada’s features a 12-acre maze as well as 2 children’s trails, the Storybook Trails. These trails lead guests on a fun-filled adventure while following along with a story your child will love.  All proceeds benefit Eliada Homes, which is a non-profit organization that serves Western North Carolina children. 

2026 Season: September 25th – November 1st, 2026

Note: Tickets must be pre-purchased for specific time slots this year.

Offers:

• Kids activities (cow train, spider web climber, tube slides, corn cannon, jumping pillow.
• Corn Maze
• Hayrides
• Pumpkin patch

Located in West Union, Little Cane Creek Farm features a 4-acre corn maze, hayrides, children’s play area, pumpkin patch, and more.  Each year the corn maze has a different theme.

2026 Fall Season is October 3rd and 4th, 2026

Offers:

• Pumpkin Patch
• Hayrides
• Children’s play space
• Corn Maze
• Picnic Area
• Concessions
• Sunflower Patch

Visit Stewart Farms for wagon rides, farm store, farm animals, honey bee observatory, the SC MAiZE, and a pumpkin patch.
The 2026 fall season opening day: September 26th, 2026
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Nighttime activities include Big Boo: Family-Friendly Haunted Maize and Nighttime Wagon Rides on select dates. While the Big Boo is family-friendly, it is not recommended for children under the age of 6.

2026 Homeschool Day September 28th, 2026

Offers:
Wagon Rides
Farm Store
Farm Animals
Corn Maze
Pumpkin Patch
Homeschool Days

Big Boo (Haunted Maize)
$12 + tax (ages 6 and up)
Dates:  Oct 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 ONLY
Family friendly, but not recommended for children under 6

Nighttime Wagon Rides
$8 + tax (ages 2 and up)
Under 2: Free
Dates: October 17, 18, 24, 25, 31, and November 1 only
Gates close at 9 PM
Last ride departs at 9:30 PM

Wagon Ride Cost:
$5 + tax for daytime ride
Ages 2 and under: Free

Strawberry Hill USA, is a 115-acre strawberry farm and also grows summer squash, pumpkins, cantaloupe, and cucumbers.  They have a cafe and ice cream parlor open year-round. Fall activities include Cooley’s Corn Maze as well as both pre-picked pumpkins and a still-on-the-vine pumpkin patch!

Fall Activities will be held every Saturday & Sunday, Open September – November (dates TBD)

Offers:

• Corn Maze
• Cafe
• Ice Cream
• Prepicked & upick pumpkins

Late September – Halloween

Located in Landrum, SC, this festive fall destination is all about celebrating pumpkin season! Visitors can explore a charming pumpkin patch filled with gourds of every shape and size — perfect for decorating, carving, or baking something sweet. Beyond the pumpkins, families can enjoy a winding corn maze, cozy Saturday hayrides, and fresh apple cider paired with stunning mountain views.

Hunter Farms will NOT be open for the 2025 fall season for events, field trips, or birthday parties. They will reopen for the 2026 season after farm restructuring.

Hunter Farms, located outside of Easley, SC, has U-Pick strawberries in Spring and during Fall on the Farm, they offer a  u-pick pumpkin patch, hayride, kid-friendly corn maze, and small toys/games. The farm also hosts birthday parties and field trips.

Check out our Kidding Around Review of Hunter Farms

Jeter Mountain Farm has more than 150 years of Hunsader family farming history and sits on 411 acres near Hendersonville and Brevard, NC. The farm offers a year-round mix of pick-your-own fruits, seasonal produce, and festive activities. Tractor rides provide access to orchards, making it fun for all ages.

2026 U-Pick & Seasonal Offerings

Summer & Fall:

Upick is by reservation for 2026

• U-pick Berries & Peaches: Weekends in July
• Apple U-Pick: Begins mid-August
• Pumpkins: Available early October
• Fruits & Vegetables: Over 20 apple varieties, grapes, and seasonal produce
• Tractor Rides: Access orchards via tractor
• Market Items: Pre-picked fruits, apple cider, apple cider donuts, wreaths, and garland

Christmas at the Farm (Holiday Season):
Opening Day: Mid-November 2026

• Dates TBD
• 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Christmas Tree Offerings:

• Trees sourced from local Boone Christmas Tree Farms
• Heights: 6–9 ft, $85–$185 depending on size

Holiday Activities & Amenities:

• Hot chocolate & holiday hard cider, Live Christmas jazz music, Rocking chairs around the fir, plus the usual Jeter Mountain fun.

Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed in u-pick orchards, the market, tap room, coffee shop, or wagon

Jeter Mountain Farm

U-pick fruit and flowers, a wagon ride through 400+ acres, a creamery, and a huge indoor play area make this one of our favorite orchard day trips.

Read the full review →

Fall Season (September 27 – October 25, 2025)
Opening Dates: Saturdays, September 27 – October 25, 2025

Activities & Attractions:

• Corn maze & corn pit
• Gem mine
• Wagon rides & mini train rides
• Barnyard animals
• Pumpkins
• Playground & jump pad
• Food & seasonal entertainment

Admission:

• $17 per person ($15 online)
• Children 2 and under: FREE
• Group rates & season passes available

Season Pass Benefits: Entry to farm, corn maze, corn cannons, pumpkin patch, barnyard animals, Wagon rides & mini train. Jump pad, corn pit, playground, Entertainment & more

Holiday Season (November – December 2025)
Opening Date: TBD for 2025

Activities & Offers:

• Christmas tree lot
• Hot chocolate & apple cider
• Animal feeding
• Wreath making

Opens Thanksgiving Day, November 27th, 2025 at noon
Open November 27-29 and  December 6th- 7th

• Cut Your Own
• Precut trees available with NC Fraser Firs

General store offers hot chocolate, cider, marshmallow roasting (weather permitting) and other treats. As well as wreaths, garland, bows and more.

Offers:
Christmas Tree Farm
Farm Animals
In years past, this farm sold out of trees in early December, so please check with the farm before heading out.

Special Events: Santa at the farm 11/28 from 11 to 3
Pet Policy: No Pet Allowed

This smaller orchard has a lot to offer with much smaller crowds than its neighbors. Start with the farm store which has a wide variety of apples, pumpkins, produce, and decor items. Then, head inside with your purchases to check out. Of course, you’ll pass by the bakery full of apple turnovers, apple cider donuts, pies, tarts, and lots more.

The only way to head out into these orchards is to purchase a ticket to ride on the trackless train. The Apple Express is about a 10-minute ride through the beautiful apple orchards. There is no U-pick at this farm! Purchase tickets for the train at the register in the farm store, or purchase them online and show your receipt.

There’s also a small deck that overlooks the orchards where you can enjoy your baked goods or apple cider slushies while you enjoy the view.

Sara’s Farm Adventure’s Pumpkin Fest runs September 17–November 8, with 20+ attractions including a corn maze, hayride, petting zoo, pig races, and jumping pillow, plus PumpkinTown and a u-pick zinnia field.

Kids 2 and under get in free; gate admission starts at $17.99 for general admission

Hours: Thu 2–10 pm, Fri–Sun 10 am–10 pm

A KAG reader favorite, Sky Top Orchard offers mountain views, ponds with ducks and geese, farm animals, play structures, and apple and fruit trees. Don’t miss the amazing apple cider donuts. Last year there were some concerns about Sky Top getting too crowded, so maybe try to go during the week if you prefer smaller crowds.

Distance from Greenville: About 40 miles (roughly 50 minutes)

2026 Official season-opening date: Now Open.
Reservations are recommend for U-pick  – make an appointment.

• Open weekends in July for donuts, peaches, wagon rides, and farm store apples; follow their Facebook page for updates.
• Open daily beginning August 7th, 2026.
• Apple u-pick is open for 2026 (by appointment).

Pet Policy: Dogs on leash allowed, but not in the fruit stand.

Offers:

• U-pick apples
• Farm Store with Cider donuts
• Farm animals
• Wagon Rides
• Playground
• Gold Rush Gem Mine
• Accessible for wheelchairs and strollers

Sky Top Orchard

Make the best fall memories at this Western NC favorite, with apple picking, mountain views, and all the autumn charm you’re looking for.

Read our full Kidding Around review →