Crisp air, crunchy leaves, and caramel apples—fall is a season that was made for memory-making. One of the best ways to soak up autumn in Southwest Ohio is by spending the day at a local farm. Whether you’re looking to pet farm animals, pick the perfect pumpkin, or get lost in a corn maze, these farms offer something for the whole family.
Here are our favorite fall farms that combine animals, apples, and autumn activities into one unforgettable experience.
1. Blooms & Berries Farm Market
Location: Loveland, OH
Best For: Pumpkin bounce pad, petting zoo, hayrides
Website: bloomsandberries.com
Blooms & Berries is a fall favorite with a full lineup of family fun. The play area features a giant slide, pumpkin bounce pad, and farm animals to feed. Don’t miss the hayride out to the pumpkin patch or the 7-acre corn maze with kid-friendly challenges.
2. A&M Farm Orchard
Location: Midland, OH
Best For: Apple picking and fresh cider
Website: amfarmorchard.com
If your idea of fall fun includes crisp apples and cozy flannel, A&M Farm is a must. Bring the kids for a no-frills apple-picking experience with lots of varieties to choose from, plus jugs of fresh-pressed cider. Check their website for availability before you go.
3. Barn-N-Bunk Farm Market
Location: Trenton, OH
Best For: Farm animals, corn maze, crafts
Website: barnnbunk.com
This charming market turns into a fall wonderland every weekend in September and October. Families can enjoy a mini train ride, corn maze, petting zoo, and artisan craft vendors. There’s also a fun straw maze just for the little ones.
4. Irons Fruit Farm
Location: Lebanon, OH
Best For: Pumpkin patch, hayrides, cider donuts
Website: ironsfruitfarm.com
This family-owned farm is bursting with fall flavor—literally. Enjoy warm cider donuts while picking your own pumpkins or exploring their corn maze. Their petting zoo is open on weekends, and tractor-pulled hayrides run throughout the season.
5. Niederman Family Farm
Location: Liberty Township, OH
Best For: Giant jumping pillow, corn box, goats
Website: niedermanfamilyfarm.com
From pig races to pumpkin slingshots, Niederman Farm is a festival of fall fun. Kids can burn energy in the giant play barn or jump on the massive pillow pad. The farm animals are always a hit—especially the curious goats who love to nibble!
6. Windmill Farm Market
Location: Springboro, OH
Best For: Tractor rides, “Whispering Pines” wagon trail
Website: windmillfarmmarket.com
Known for its one-of-a-kind wagon ride through the Whispering Pines forest, Windmill Farm Market makes every fall visit feel magical. The market also features a petting zoo, corn box, and cozy barn with cider slushies and homemade fudge.
7. Young’s Jersey Dairy
Location: Yellow Springs, OH
Best For: Cow milking demos, pumpkin patch, fall treats
Website: youngsdairy.com
Young’s Jersey Dairy is a year-round destination, but fall is especially fun. Enjoy pumpkin picking, watch cow milking demonstrations, play mini golf, or take a ride on the Cowvin’s Corny Maze Express. And don’t leave without a scoop of their seasonal pumpkin ice cream!
Planning Tips for Visiting Fall Farms
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Dress in layers. Mornings can be chilly and afternoons warm.
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Bring cash. Some stands or vendors may not take cards.
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Go early. Weekends can get crowded, especially during peak season.
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Check social media. Farms often post weather closures or crop updates.
Fall on the farm is more than just a photo op—it’s a hands-on, heartwarming tradition that brings families closer. Whether you’re feeding baby goats, sipping hot cider, or hunting for the biggest pumpkin in the patch, these local farms deliver autumn magic by the wagonload.
