Great place for children of all ages. If you grew up around barn animals this farm would be…read morefamiliar. Started out with a visit to the pot bellied pigs. Then an in-depth presentation of the Alpacas and Llamas. Complete with petting. Next a stroll past several apple trees. Next their affectionate donkey, Dominick. A gorgeous view of the valley and mountains in the distance and finally goat feeding and their cows. Well worth the drive the time and modest fee.

If you have NEVER been to any sort of farm this may interest you. We were not impressed and…read morehonestly a little bored. Maybe it was the young female guide that seemed bored to be there. She was a nice girl and was not rude she was just not very informative about the farm - she told us more about a mule passing gas than she did about the history of the farm or the alpacas - many people had to ask questions to get any information. There were alpacas - couldn't touch them that day, there was a pot belly pig, lots of goats, one cow and 2 horses. The tour consisted of more walking around the farm than learning. I'm sorry - I just thought for the amount of time it took to get there and at 20$ per person it would be more informative.

I attended with a women's group for a social event. This is a you-pick farm where you can cut as…read moremany flowers as you want to fill your cup. While there, we also did flower pounding to make a beautiful card and envelope (see photos). There was a covered area with tables where we were able to sit, eat snacks, and chat. I also noticed a fire-pit and I'd like to bring my grandkids, let them pick flowers, and then spend time relaxing with a picnic lunch or dinner and roast some marshmallows over the fire. The way it works is you scan the QR code, pick up a cup, fill with water, and grab cutters. You can walk up and down the aisles that have various flowers blooming and pick any you like. If you don't have time to pick, there is a grab and go bouquet in the stand. They are open dawn to dusk April - October. I attended a Christmas in July party this past weekend and we were asked to bring a gift from a local vendor. I brought a gift certificate. The person who opened it didn't want to tell anyone what it was for fear it would be stolen! She wanted it for herself. So, if you enjoy flowers (and your special someone does), check out Harvey Family Farm.

This is our family's new local gem!! Nestled next to the mountains with beautiful barns and a…read morebeautiful farm of flowers we all fought over a pair of sheers because we all kept finding the flowers we all wanted it was so amazing- next time we'll all grab a pair per person instead of one. There is a self service kiosk with directions on what to do and it's a great value!! I can't wait to use them forever more for my flowers for special occasions and just to have beautiful fresh flowers in my home which brings us joy!!

The owner and his family were very kind and provided a hike and lots of info. The llamas were…read moreadorable, so well trained and lovable. Highly recommend. We just had the best time!

While planning our trip to the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area, we came across this opportunity, and I…read morewas adamant that we must do it! :) The location is a bit off the beaten path - approximately a 45 minute drive from Pigeon Forge. Upon arrival, the llamas and two alpacas were ready to socialize. We brought some oatmeal cookies for them to snack on. (See the website for their favorite snacks.) It was so much fun to give them treats, pet them, and start to learn their personalities. When we were ready to hike, we were able to choose which llama to walk with. Oscar was my hiking companion, and my husband took Walker. We had about 8-10 total hiking. Even though it started raining, we still had a great time. The llamas graze along the trail, so this is not a fast-paced hike. Steve, the owner of the farm and our guide, shared stories and information along the trail. If you're in the area, I highly recommend checking them out. I haven't stopped talking about it since we did it, and I love going back and looking through my pictures. That's the sign of a great experience!

This was my first visit to Oakes Farm and glad it was for the Tulip Festival! This event is for…read moreeveryone, young and old! There are lots of activities: various staged areas for photos, games, bubbles, food, sweets, and much more! The flowers were beautiful and the view of the mountains in the background was amazing! You must visit the farm to experience it all! To guarantee a ticket, I suggest purchasing them online and they're also cheaper. Customer service was great! Everyone had that southern charm! I will visit again...maybe in the fall for their corn maze.

Quaint farm out in the country. (Corryton, Tennessee.) This was their first tulip festival, and it…read morewas fun, in the sun! Buy a vase fill with tulips. Lots to do, for the kiddos. Fun activities change with the seasons Hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken tenders, french fries & more! At the Lake Farm Grill. Grammys Sweets and Treats Satisfy your sweet tooth with fresh homemade fudge, caramel apples, marshmallow treats, slushies and more! The fudge crew is excited about getting to make some Spring-themed fudge and treats! Sweet B's Funnel cakes, caramel apples , hot fudge cakes, ice cream, lemonade slushies and more! Shop the General Store Choose from gifts, home decor, apparel, toys, local crafts and more. Visit PickTN section, filled with products made right here in Tennessee!

I have been to the Friendly Farm many times... it is a WORKING FARM, and it's OUT DOORS, so if you…read moredon't like a little dirt, mud, animals, or poo... odds are the farm is not for you. If you are one of those that judge people or businesses without ever 'being there' or lying about them (because they do not 'require masks' on their property... understand the 'owner' was A TEACHER of k-5 CHILDREN, and quit teaching to raise her family and start their own business. Jodie Moore goes out of her way for KIDS (and tries to tolerate whiny lying people that have never even been there).

Got to milk a couple animals and hold lots of animals! Very educational. Was told picking a…read morepumpkin and a hayride were included in price. No hayride and pumpkins were $5. Very disappointed. Many travel from a nearby big city to go there and they should deliver on what they say.

They are amazing caring people. I recommend a tour of the farm. Even though I have not been there…read moreyet but I have met them and they are very nice.

We had such an amazing time visiting Mt Gilead Farm! We messaged them through Facebook to arrange a…read moretime to go out to the farm and visit. My husband and I visited with our two young kids and had so much fun. We got to visit with the animals, learn about the property, and help feed the baby goats! We also got to sample some cheese made from goat milk. This is a working farm so be prepared for normal animal mess and to have to give many many pets to the dogs. Boots are recommended!

This was my first time riding an alpine coaster and it was such a fun time! It was $19/adult and we…read morewent around 9pm with no wait time. The mountain coaster is a must!!

As a content creator here in Gatlinburg i tell all of my subscribers to visit Skyland Ranch, and…read morelast night they had a fire but thank God the animal are ok! So please swing by and support them when they're ready to open again.

Absolutely amazing experience with the Llama Trek. I was by myself, in March, I reached out and…read morethey made a special time just for me. It was such a unique experience and the llamas are adorable. Def recommend this to anyone!

Wow, what an incredible experience we had at Ellaberry llama farm! It was our first time…read moreinteracting with llamas and it was an absolute blast! From the moment we arrived we were greeted with warm smiles and welcoming hospitality. The farm itself was nestled in a picturesque countryside setting, with rolling green hills and breathtaking views. The facilities were well maintained, you can tell right away how well they care for the llamas. Our adventure started with an informative presentation about their llamas. We all learned interesting facts. Then we got to walk llamas though their obstacle course. And got plenty of pictures and videos. They have a cute gift shop on site and sell delicious Apple cider vinegar slushee. This was an unforgettable adventure filled with joy, laughter and plenty of llama cuddles.

Really amazing farm with native plants and edibles. Bradley is terrific, and it's amazing to see an…read moreoperational farm so close to Asheville.

This is a special fall attraction for the family. The maze is awesome. We were there in the…read moreafternoon, but they have evening hours where you can do the maze with a flashlight. As great as the maze was the, the younger kids had more fun on the in ground trampoline, petting zoo, sitting on the tractors for pictures, the really cool rustic playground, ect. The kids will not run out of things to do. You can purchase simple lunches like hotdogs and burgers but they have outdoor grills so you can bring you own food. The people around us were roasting smores. The vibe was so upbeat and easy going. It is worth a drive from the tourist areas. There is everything down home and nothing commercial, as grand as it is. For $11. each, the kids can do anything they want, as long as they want and pick their own pumpkin. Getting close to Halloween, the pumpkins were a little picked over. But, this place is awesome. No price gouging. It is about 15 minutes from the heart of Pigeon Forge where Magic Quest is. Their facebook page gives more information than their website, along with pictures and videos: https://www.facebook.com/ballingerfarm/ It may be better to call ahead. We were prepared but didn't know they were only accepting cash and check at the time. It sounded like a temporary thing. Luckily, we had money on us. It could have been a bummer for those who didn't know. But, overall, there are not enough nice things to say about Ballinger Farm Corn Maze.