Crunchy leaves. Cozy sweaters. Kid energy to burn.
Here’s your guide to the best fall outdoor places to play near Harrisburg and the Cumberland Valley. Explore pumpkin patches, hay rides, corn mazes, fun farms, apple orchards, and farm markets in Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, Carlisle, and nearby Central PA towns. Use this list to plan kid-friendly weekend adventures, grab fresh cider, and make those front-porch pumpkin photos happen. Bookmark it for easy ideas all season long.
Ashcombe Farm and Greenhouses
906 W Grantham Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Enjoy fall harvest days, pumpkin and mum shopping, and seasonal crafts at this charming market and greenhouse.
Butcher's Farm Market
590 North 4th Street, Newport, PA 17074
Family-run market with a corn maze, straw kingdom, wagon rides, and farm fun like the potato launcher and corn cannon.
Carwood Farm
585 Forge Rd, Boiling Springs, PA 17007
A sweet, scenic spot for pumpkin picking in the Carlisle area.
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm
150 Cherry Hill Road, Ronks, PA 17572
A Lancaster County favorite with a world-famous corn maze, hay chute, corn tent, and over 60 farm fun attractions.
Double Vision Acres
3605 Spring Rd, Carlisle, PA 17013
A family-run farm with fall activities and friendly animals—not to mention scenic photo ops and autumn vibes galore.
Fields of Adventure
64 Tree Lane, Aspers, PA 17304
Family-friendly farm offering pumpkin picking, corn maze, wagon rides, animals, and more in the great outdoors.
Hollabaugh Bros., Inc.
545 Carlisle Rd, Biglerville, PA 17307
Known for their apple orchard, bakery, and pick-your-own opportunities including apples, pumpkins, and more.
K&B Produce
1801 W Lisburn Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015
Seasonal roadside stand offering fresh produce and a simple pumpkin patch experience.
Lesher’s Sunflower Field
1389 New Franklin Rd, Chambersburg, PA 17202
Beautiful photo-worthy sunflower fields and seasonal u-pick opportunities.
Maple Lane Farm & Corn Maze
150 Crossroad School Rd, Newville, PA 17241
Charming farm with corn mazes, hayrides, and opportunities to pet friendly farm animals.
Meadowbrooke Gourds
125 Potato Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015
Known for handcrafted gourds and fall events including pick-your-own sunflower days and a Fall Family Day.
Mt. Airy Orchards
522 East Mount Airy Rd, Dillsburg, PA 17019
Orchard with pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, hayrides, corn shed, straw mountain, and plenty of kid-friendly fun.
Oak Grove Farms
846 Fisher Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
A local favorite for fresh produce and pumpkin season, with a country market and fall-themed events.
Old Windmill Farm
262 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA 17572
An authentic Amish farm experience with fresh cider pressing, butter making, and seasonal family tours.
Patchwork Pumpkin Farm
311 S. Faith Rd, Grantville, PA 17028
Small family farm with hayrides, a pumpkin patch, slides, and fall photo backdrops.
Punkin Point Farm
825 York Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015
A family-run pumpkin stand with big charm and friendly service.
Strites Orchard
1000 Strites Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
A classic spot for fall fun with pick-your-own apples, a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and a scenic wagon ride.
Taylor’s Greenhouse
265 Fairgrounds Rd, Biglerville, PA 17307
Picturesque farm market with beautiful fall flowers and seasonal produce.
Warehime’s Pumpkin Patch
185 Potato Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015
A hidden gem just down the road from Meadowbrooke Gourds, with a sweet pumpkin patch and laid-back vibe.
