The leaves are changing colors, and there’s a crisp chill in the air — fall is here! It’s the perfect time for you and your family to take part in seasonal activities like pumpkin picking, corn mazes and more farm fun and games.
Many local farms in the Baltimore area open their doors to visitors during September and October before they close up shop for the winter. Don’t miss the opportunity to make unforgettable memories with your family at these attractions offering plenty of fall fun.
Places to See the Animals
Meet, feed and even pet animals living on the farm! Many of these petting farms have animals like goats, cows, pigs and small animals like rabbits.
Clark’s Elioak Farm | Ellicott City
(Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday)
The farm is also home to several historic attractions from the former Enchanted Forest amusement park!
Baugher’s Petting Zoo | Westminster
(Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. May through October)
The Goat House Farm | Baltimore
(Open 24 hours)
Home to seven goats, all girls; currently raising money for repairs
Lynn’s Farm & Nature Center | Windsor Mill
(Open 24 hours)
Breezy Hill Farm | Woodbine
(Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday)
Alpaca farm; also sells alpaca wool goods
Mary’s Land Farm | Ellicott City
(Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday)
Offers cuddling sessions with calves, lambs, goats and bunnies, and even unicorn encounters for young children
Harvest Season
Pick your own pumpkins at these farms! Whether you’re making a pumpkin pie, decorating a jack-o’-lantern or just looking for some fall decor, being able to pick your own pumpkin makes the experience all the more personal.
Chapel Hill Farm & Nursery | Perry Hall
(Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday)
Larriland Farm – Woodbine
(Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday)
Holds a Fall Festival in October featuring hayrides and a straw maze
PumpkinFest at Falling Branch Brewery | Street
(Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday late September through October)
Brewery that holds an annual fall festival with u-pick pumpkins and other fall-themed activities
Valley View Farms | Cockeysville
(Open 8 a.m.-7 p.m.)
Gets a giant “Great Pumpkin” every year; visitors can guess how many seeds it has for a chance to win a prize.
Corn Mazes
Get lost in these corn mazes at local farms! The biggest in the state is the corn maze at Magnolia Meadows Farm in Thurmont, which spans a whopping 5.7 acres. If you’d rather stay closer to home, though, check out these smaller mazes:
Maple Border Farm | White Hall
Two corn mazes, farm animals, games and pumpkin painting
Beachmont Corn Maze | Kingsville
This year’s theme is “Brick World.” Other activities include hayrides, obstacle courses and competitive games.
Showvaker’s Cornfusion | Manchester
This year’s theme is “Alice’s Wonderland Adventure.” Other activities include gem mining, moon bounces, nature trails and a paintball shooting range.
Carroll County Agricultural Center | Westminster
Corn maze open September through October
