I was able to enjoy Cherry Crest Adventure Farms on the perfect fall day, and I'll be making a trip…read morehere an annual tradition. We spent hours at the farm, and could have stayed even longer. My kids loved everything from the large corn maze to the swings to the games to the playground equipment to the large sandbox filled with corn. My kids were 4 and 6 during our visit, but the farm can easily accommodate older or younger. Two notes; 1. The bathrooms in the back of the farm are new & super clean. 2. Don't feel pressure to purchase the add ones (apple chucking and paintball) - those sections are towards the back of the farm and easily avoidable. There was a variety of food options - a few standard theme park options along with specialty options like homemade ice cream.

Such a fun farm to take your family. I've been coming here…read moresince my daughter was about 4 years old- she's 14 now. Everyone we come, it does not disappoint. It's such a great time. Buy tickets online- tickets are cheaper. If you go during the week- it's cheaper too! They also have 50% off for active military and veterans, which is a great deal! They have all kinds of games, tug of war ropes, a play area/little town for younger kids, pig races. Some nights they have fireworks or bands. If you come- the corn maze is a must! All types of food vendors like burgers, fries, chicken fingers, ice cream and apple cider donuts. You can spend hours here and not get bored. They also have for pit and picnic table areas you can rent out and they provide logs and sticks so you can roast marshmallows or hotdogs. Definitely recommend this farm.

Who are these adorable, gentle, soft and playful creatures? We met these gentle friends at Breezy…read moreHill Farm in Woodbine, MD which was about an hour's drive from DC. Alpacas, a member of the camelid family, are smaller and nicer than llamas, a relative. Mainly, they don't spit, at least not intentionally. We found these alpacas to be sweet, soft and silly. It was a little difficult to find the farm. The entrance is not clearly marked and we made at least two wrong forays onto adjacent properties before finding the farm. Once there we were welcomed by Heather, one of the owners, who gave us a brief rundown before introducing us to some of their goats, sheep, turkeys, donkey. She led us to the paddocks where the alpacas were, giving us instructions on how to approach them, how to feed them, how to pet them. Most had been recently shorn and Heather provided us with feed and the alpacas eagerly ate from our outstretched palms. They were soft and plush, the females more delicate eaters and the males (separated in a different area) were gobblers. These are animals, not pets, so while they are gentle, they do have wills of their own. It was a warm day and the alpacas enjoyed a spray from the hose. It was funny to see how excited they were to feed (reminds me of my dogs) and they ran after Heather when she got the food. Afterwards, we went to the barn where Heather, a fiber artist, demonstrated how the alpaca fur can be mixed with other fibers, how the wool is felted, and how it can be spun into yarn. There are textiles, yarn, garments for sale. Reservations are required. Sign up for the first time slot. Our tour ran over by 30 minutes and the next group had to wait. It is a picturesque drive to the farm but keep in mind that it turns into a two lane road through country lanes. We had left plenty of time for the drive but with our misdirected turnarounds and some road construction we ended up cutting it close.

We love this alpaca farm! The tour was personal and we learned so much. You can feed and pet the…read morealpacas. Afterwards you go into the shop and the tour guide can show you how they turn the alpaca fiber into clothes and other things. I would definitely recommend visiting and can't wait to come back!

I've been here a few times now and my toddler loves it every time. He especially loves the tractor…read moreyou can sit on (if you have a tractor loving kiddo)! This year, they had a great deal on Groupon, which comes with a tractor ride around the farm. There's plenty of animals to look at, from baby pigs, horses, donkeys, turkeys, goats, a camel, dogs, etc. Friendly staff, clean bathrooms (yup, you heard that right), and plenty of places to sit to snack. I've also seen a few families host birthday parties here!

My partner and I had an amazing time at this petting zoo…read more There were horses, goats (like 30!), baby piglets, mama cow and calf that was born just that week, rabbits, llamas, emus, peacocks, turtles, and more! The farmers were knowledgeable and friendly teens/young adults. They were very sweet to the children and ensured that all the kids could pet the baby goat born that week. The best part of our visit was being followed around by Dolly, a goat that roamed the premises, scavenging for leftover corn and dropped treats.

What a cute spot! Best experience with horses! Those mini guys were absolutely adorable and well…read moretaken care of! Keep up the amazing work guys!

Land of Little Horses is such a hidden gem in Gettysburg! From the moment we arrived, we were…read morewelcomed with kindness and smiles. And a special gift for a special birthday girl. The animals are so well-loved and taken care of, and the shows are absolutely adorable and entertaining for all ages. You can tell the staff truly love what they do -- they go out of their way to make the experience special for each guest. Go spend the day at Land of Little Horses, you won't regret it.

Sharon was a superb guide for the house tour. She happily answered all questions - couldn't have…read morehad a better guide. From Paul & Linda from PA, and Lyndon & Jo from Australia.

My mom and I had the best time here! We left feeling educated and enlightened! Our bus tour guide…read moreJohn was very nice and helpful! The Amish are so admirable! Thank you for the experience!

Awesome local farm/petting zoo that was a perfect spot for younger kids. Stopped here while in…read moreamish country and had a nice time. They have plenty of animals to look at and you can get private tours of the barn. Staff was super friendly and kind.

If you have limited time or aren't sure where to start your journey, Old Windmill Farm is an…read moreexcellent place to visit. Drive carefully to the parking area, where you will probably be greeted by sheep. The animals made the visit for us. Prices and information are listed at the small window where you can buy canned food and other Amish creations. You might be greeted by the farm's cat. The longer tour includes hands on activities, including holding animals. There is a hay ride that is included in the extended tour or an additional $5. The property is awesome. We enjoyed walking around. This is a great family or couples activity.

Great place to take kids, they have 2 giant slides, tug of war, some farm animals to pet, corn…read moremaze, corn pit, tire swings, jumping pillow, tricycles to race, water duck races, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, a zip line swing (which was closed when we went), and other things. They have a snack shack where you can buy apple cider donuts, slushies, kettle corn popcorn, etc. and they do take credit cards. Be sure to confirm the hours of the Snack shack. Parking is across the street. Cute place, will return!

We went on a particularly wet weekend, after a week full of rain. Still had a total blast! The corn…read moremaze was challenging but not too hard to do and took about 30 minutes for us to go through. Had fun going through the petting zoo, playing with bubbles, and competing with each other in the duck races. We spent a little over 2 hours here and had a relaxing fall day.

We had such a sweet experience at this farm and I'd absolutely recommend it for families with…read morelittle kids. As a mom, I'm always looking for activities that are engaging, hands-on, and actually worth leaving the house for, and this was one of those places. They offer family-centered activities on Fridays, and this past Friday we did the pig cookie-making class with storytime. It was such a cute idea and very toddler/kid friendly. After the class, they took us to feed the pigs and taught the kids about them, which made it feel both fun and educational. After class, you can choose either a pony ride or a farm animal tour, which I thought was a nice touch. The space has lots of animals and plenty of opportunities for petting and interacting, which my child really enjoyed. And for kids who may not be as interested in the animals, there's also a large play area/park so there's still plenty for them to do. I also really appreciated that there were multiple hand-washing stations throughout the farm, which makes a big difference when you're out with little ones. My main downsides were the bathrooms and food options. I really wish they had traditional bathrooms instead of porta-potties, because that can be especially tricky when you're managing a potty-training toddler. I also wish the concession area had better snack and food options. Overall though, this was a really fun, family-friendly outing and we had a great time.

Great place to bring your family and interact with Farmyard critters. Local crafts from various…read morevendors are available for purchase. Amazing local produce available on weekends. The snowball stand is delicious. Sign up for your kids to help with farm chores to learn and experience life on the farm. The instructors for horse riding lessons are fabulous with riders of all ages and ability levels. They offer educational and amazing events throughout the year - follow them on FB or sign up for their emailed newsletter. We love going there throughout the year and it's always a different, amazing experience! Everyone is super friendly and helpful. Love supporting a woman-owned small business that educates others on all things agriculture!

Destiny Dairy Bar may be Heaven on earth. On a working farm, there a tiny dairy shop that sells ice…read morecream made from the milk of the farm's cows. They also sell chocolate milk and other snacks. It's here you can buy a plate of veggies to feed the baby pigs, goats, and cows in the greenhouse behind the dairy hut. It's such a fun experience!

One of my favorite ice cream stops. Situated on a working dairy farm with plenty of goats, pigs and…read morecows to pet, feed and take pics of. The ice cream is so good. Silky smooth and you can't beat the price. The Destiny Bar also has frozen meat and milk for sale. Staff are super friendly and accommodating.

We attended the second day of lavender fest here at Star Bright Farm. Although I had a ticket…read morepurchased in advance they didn't have my name on the list so I had to pull up my online transaction to get in. They had food trucks -including a beer tent and a wine stand- a cute seating area inside a barn, live music (which was a little loud though), and lavender fields to explore. The food took awhile but was tasty. We did the wagon ride and it was a good opportunity to get some photos of the farm! I purchased a sachet of lavender in the little store on the lower level for $12. While the weather was a little grey my friend and I had a swell time at this festival.

What a wonderful afternoon we just spent at Star Bright Farm. They were having their lavender…read morefestival, and my kids and grandkids all came up to have a fantastic outside day of music ,food, lavender and a very memorable tractor ride. The Star Bright Farm is meticulous in how the grounds are kept, The layout of all the amenities was well thought out and executed perfectly. (they even provided upscale Porta potties.!) There were two bands playing during the afternoon: the music was country western. The music complemented the festival rather than overtake it. There was a tractor ride, that gave us the opportunity to see most of the farm. For those of you who like adventure, sit towards the rear. It was great fun and the grandchildren absolutely loved it. Can't think of a better day to spend with my family. Many thanks to Star Bright Farm for providing this day for us.