There's no doubt that fall is an amazing time to enjoy the great outdoors around Northern New England, and the fabulous fall foliage is just the start of what you can expect to enjoy in the region this time of year. If you're searching for a fun, engaging way to experience the natural beauty of your favorite community, visiting a local farm is a wonderful way to spend a day.

In addition to seeing the sights, many local farms offer family-friendly activities, special events, seasonal treats, and more during the busy fall season. Our real estate agents have more details on some of the many fantastic farms that you can visit around Northern New England this fall.

• Coppal House Farm – 118 North River Rd., Lee, NH 03861
  You may already be familiar with Coppal House Farm for the Sunflower Festival hosted here in the summer, and there's plenty to do when the calendar flips to fall, as well. The corn maze, which takes design inspiration from the community each year, is always a big attraction. Fall also features horse-drawn rides and educational field trips where kids can learn what life is like on a real, working New Hampshire farm.

• Sherman Farm – 2679 East Conway Rd., Center Conway, NH 03813
  If you're planning to bring the whole family for a day on the farm, then Sherman Farm has so much to offer. In addition to the highly anticipated corn maze, which is redesigned every year, this farm offers pumpkin picking, a petting area, the Moo Express train ride for kids, and a farm-themed play area. Adults will love all of the delicious, fresh-made food, like mini cider donuts, along with fun carnival games around the farm.

• Beans & Greens Farm – 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, NH 03249
  Another ideal destination for families, Beans & Greens Farm is proud to build a true "behemoth" of a corn maze, which is also open at night for the bravest adventurers. The farm is also home to a fun park with tons of kid-friendly activities, the fantastic Farm Fresh Deli, and the annual Harvest Day Festival which typically takes place around the middle of October.

• Boothby's Orchard & Winery – 366 Boothby Rd., Livermore, ME 04253
  Of course, not every trip to the farm needs to be a family event. Sometimes Mom and Dad need a little getaway, too! At Boothby's Orchard & Winery, you can spend a weekend sampling outstanding wines produced at the farm, exploring the gorgeous orchards, and shopping in the lovely farm market. Extend your stay by renting one of the beautiful vintage homes on the farm, which blend modern amenities with rustic charm.

• Treworgy Orchards – 3876 Union St., Levant, ME, 04456
  In early fall, there's still time to participate in the harvest at Treworgy Orchards, with fresh apples and flowers available for picking as long as the weather permits. There's much more to see at this farm, including a nationally recognized, award-winning corn maze, a wonderful petting zoo for the kids, and an ice cream cafe. As we get later into fall, this farm also offers plenty of events for the holidays.

• Pumpkin Valley Farm – 100 Union Falls Rd., Dayton, ME 04005
  Kids and adults alike love a visit to the pumpkin patch in the fall, which is exactly what you can enjoy when you spend the day at Pumpkin Valley Farm. The fall fun kicks off with the Sunflower Festival in September, followed by the Fall Festival, which you can enjoy every weekend from September 23 – October 29, 2023. Stop by the pumpkin patch, watch your kids enjoy the play areas, and take a moment to soak in the fall foliage all around you.

• Pineland Farms – 15 Farm View Dr., New Gloucester, ME 04260
  With everything from mountain biking in the summer to skiing in the winter and on-site candlepin bowling year-round, Pineland Farms is a hub of activity during every season. The sprawling farm campus includes a Market & Welcome Center, Outdoor & Fitness Center, The Gardens, and of course, Farm Visits. Fall is an excellent time to visit Pineland Farms, with seasonal activities like apple cider making, a 5-acre corn maze, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, and a continuation of the elegant Graze dinner series, which is ideal for a date night.

• Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze – 741 Prospect Hill Rd., Rutland, VT 05701
  With a corn maze rated as one of the best in the entire country, Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze is certainly worth a visit this fall. The maze may be the main attraction, but you'll also love experiencing extras like the livestock barn, which includes animals from around the world, like the Nigerian Dwarf Goat. This farm is also well-known for producing incredible, authentic Vermont maple syrup, which you can pick up at the farm store throughout the fall.

Is shopping for a home at the top of your to-do list this fall? Our team is here to help you accomplish your real estate goals. Contact us to buy and sell homes throughout Northern New England communities.