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.

My family and I had a great visit to Lantern Farm on Sunday. We really enjoyed the corn maze and…read morethe hayride with Mr. Ben. They had a great selection of pumpkins in their self-pick patch and already picked.

I can't wait for Lantern Farm to open so I can take the whole family to the choose and cut and pick…read moreout our Christmas tree.

My family loves going to a pumpkin patch every year. We were excited to find one close to home. It…read moreis right off of 150 so it is easy to find. It is a little confusing when you get there because the first tent is to sign a waiver, and then you go to another place to pay for the attractions. The farm is free to enter and has a few free activities like photo ops and play items for the kids like slides and a sandbox. We got the tick for all three paid activities. The corn maze was great. It was challenging but not too hard. My son loved the apple cannon. The wagon ride is fun but be prepared to wait since it is a small wagon and very popular. They have food trucks if you want to stay and eat lunch. Pumpkin prices were reasonable and you could even pick one from the field.

Surprised there weren't more Yelp reviews for this place!…read more Originally came for the Corn Maze, stayed for literally everything else! What a family-friendly farm to spend some time enjoying the Fall weather. Everywhere we looked, there was something for the kids to play with. Giant slides, giant sandbox, giant CORN box, teepee, pumpkin theme tic-tac-toe, photo opp stations, pumpkin cannons and more! The best part was fitting in our yearly pumpkin patch tradition here, all made easy with provided wagons and apple pay! Did I mention that admission is free? Great way to pass the time with kiddos!

I have been to West Jefferson more times than I can count, but I have never been here until…read morerecently and I'm so sad that I haven't been here sooner. The sweetest people work here. The vibe is amazing! Beautiful scenery and amazing wine. But that sangria!! My fav. Bottle that up, please! Cannot wait to visit again!

This is an amazing and beautiful place. They always have great local talent and bands performing…read morewhile you drink wine and enjoy the scenery. You are able to bring your own food snacks and cheese trays. They do have food trucks on the property. Don't worry if the weather is not good as they have a nice indoors for you to sit and enjoy the company check out the photos.

Amazing place! Tina and Joe were so accommodating and hospitable. We had a group of 6 in the…read moreglamping tent, which was beautiful! the kitchen area, designed and constructed by the owners Tina and Joe was fabulous! bathroom area beautifu. can't say enough! Thank you Joe and Tina for making our stay epic!

From the owner: Welcome to Growing Faith Farms & Retreat Your North Carolina…read moredestination for glamping, tent camping, RV stays, and authentic farm experiences. Tucked into the Brushy Mountains near Wilkesboro, NC, our retreat offers a peaceful escape to unplug and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re glamping near the Blue Ridge Parkway, enjoying a family-friendly tent site, or looking for a quiet RV spot, you’ll find it here. We’re more than a campground—we’re a working farm. Sip morning coffee with mountain views, stroll flower fields, meet our animals, or book a farm tour for hands-on fun. Our glamping tents include real beds, linens, fire pits, and private kitchens—perfect for romantic getaways. Prefer roughing it? Primitive tent sites are available in serene, shaded spots ideal for stargazing. RV and camper guests enjoy spacious sites with electric and water, fire pits, picnic tables, and mountain views. Great for nightly or monthly stays. Guests love our on-site walking trails, open game areas, fresh eggs, and seasonal veggies and flowers. We’re pet-friendly and proudly drug free. Nearby attractions include the Blue Ridge Parkway, Rendezvous Mountain, W. Kerr Scott Lake, and Stone Mountain State Park. Whether you’re here for a weekend, a retreat, or an extended stay, Growing Faith Farms & Retreat is your home away from home.

My wife has been watching their social media posts and activity and really wanted to check them…read moreout. The farm is located about 20-25 minutes north of Winston, close to Walkertown. We arrived about 1:30pm on a Saturday afternoon. The parking area had a dozen or so cars. We proceeded to the covered barn and were immediately greeted by the family. The young man was friendly and efficient, we also learned that veterans receive free admission which was a welcome surprise, very nice touch! We also learned they have swag including shirts, baseball hats, stickers and decals. They were selling Colts signature honey and Carolina Gold oils made from sunflowers. They were down to their last bottle of garlic oil so they set it aside for us. We grabbed a bucket which was already equipped with cutters for us to cut our own sunflowers. The back field was where we were headed and the casual stroll back was enjoyable. There are beautiful flowering bushes and flower fields along the way and I was able to capture several cool pics with butterflies as well. The sunflower field was beautiful and we immediately began taking pictures. We commented that we should have brought the drone to capture the farm. We ended up cutting eight sunflowers to take home and arrange. Once up at the covered barn area they wrapped the sunflowers up and we selected our various swag items. Very cool local family business. We asked and they told us this is their sixth year. Support local and enjoy the beauty of Dogwood Farms.

We were so excited to go. We got there, admission was $12. I had cash, my friend had a debit. Guy…read moretaking money only put $4 on the debit card rather than give me $8 back and charge my friend for her admission. He never asked to correct that. When we went to get our poppies, we were given 1 bucket and 1 pair of scissors (why wouldn't we get two since we paid for two?). Then, when we wen to pay for our poppies, they simply wrapped them in a paper and rubberband. I asked, "Could you put a wet papertowel on those?" The lady was curt and said, "They'll be fine til you get home." Well, they weren't fine. They were wilted and looked sick. I enjoy supporting my local community, however, these people couldn't care any less about you or your poppies.

This play is awesome!! Such a unique place and I wish there were more experiences accessible to…read morechildren like what you would find here. Recently opened, you'll find a variety of outdoor activities for kids to enjoy. You could easily spend the day here and both you and your kids will have a blast! Such a nice alternative to have when you are looking for a day adventure. Here you'll find plenty of options for kids to use their imagination and immerse themselves in sensory play. Sand boxes, play houses, farm animals, garden, goat playground, mud kitchen and creek, and indoor games located at the gift shop. They have events posted on their Facebook page, so check it out to stay up to date.

So interactive, so many things to see, do, touch and lots of space to run around for kids & adults…read moreto explore. Plenty of parking (on the grass) and at first I was wondering where did my daughter bring us -LOL (we are visiting from the DC area). You walk by some buildings that resemble old school simple shacks and then walk into an open (plenty of windows) type building which is where your family start the farm adventure. We met Riley who gave us the farm overview & had us sign Waivers. *** Waivers are upfront & smart*** You & your children are entering a working farm area with different types of animals (never predictable), equipment, woods, several playgrounds etc.. Wear play/work clothes and be ready to get farm messy. You walk through the building into a little slice of heaven for kids & adults whoever dreamed of having a farm. You have goats, chickens, Quail, bunnies and two awesome farm dogs - well one farm dog & one in training- LOL. We ended up exploring for hours, looking at the animals, picking fresh vegetables from the garden (highly encouraged) by Ivy (Owner), walking in the woods. Best of all following our little one from the sandbox to the swing-sets, to the playground in the woods. Speaking with the Farm Ladies, learned some of the back story and the journey to fulfill the dream. What a cool vision & so much hard work . The entrance building was relocated from a nearby town, all the buildings, equipment is mostly refurbished. Just a special place they wish to share with all. As we left, my wife & Daughter purchased some farm fresh items and our Grandaughter left kicking & screaming - LOL. She wanted to stay.

This place was awesome and out of all the kid friendly attractions for Fall Festivals I'd say this…read moreone was my favorite. There is something for all ages to enjoy and you can easily spend the whole day here and enjoy a substantial meal, while topping it off with some homemade desserts. They had a big covered shelter area to sit down and eat, gift shop, pony rides, tractor rides, barrel rides, corn maze, pumpkin cannon, paintball, corn pit, sandbox, etc. They do a lot events during the season so check social media or their website for up to date happenings. Also the Easter Egg Hunt they do in Spring sounds amazing!! Can't wait to go back next year!

As a whole, I would rate 4 stars because it is a place I would return to, and everyone was so kind,…read morebut there is room for improvement! HOWEVER, I would not recommend it for toddler parents. I felt like we would've liked it more if our daughter was older. Now, the biggest downside is there are VERY few spots for shade, and it was a HOT October day that we went on. With that being said, we didn't stay super long due to the heat and not being able to take sun breaks. I did eat from the concession stand, and it was good, normal concession food! So, yes, we would return, it'll just be a few years and we would probably go later in the season.

Super cute meet and treat. Such a sweet experience. Highly recommend for anyone that is out in…read moreLincoln county. Super easy to find from the interstate.

Good Karma Ranch welcomed us with open arms. The owner Mike gave us some fun facts and information…read moreregarding the alpacas. He was willing to answer questions and gave us a really informative tour. I learned alpacas originate from south America, they almost went extinct and they're related to camels! I also didn't know that they don't have top teeth! The tour was thorough and to the point, we got to feed and interact with the alpaca. You can tell they are well taken care of, because they were willing to socialize with us. Of course they were food motivated, but they also tolerated us after the food was gone! The alpaca are so soft... Alpacas are one of my favorite animals and I'm so happy we were able to interact with them. My son was able to feed them as well and he really enjoyed the experience. We'll be back in the spring to see the new babies! Awesome experience!! Don't forget to stop by their gift shop!

Staff was welcoming from the time we drove up. They helped us choose the apple varieties we wanted…read moreto pick and directed us to the best areas to go. There were lots of ripe apples of several varieties for us to pick and we filled our basket quickly. Prices for U pick were very reasonable and much less than some other orchards in the area. We stopped to look at the beautiful zinnias and watch the butterflies and bees enjoy them as well. We also bought jam and apple butter and baked goods in the market to bring home for later. I enjoyed a Fuji apple that I had just picked and it was awesome. There is lots for kids and families to do, especially on the weekends. We would definitely return!

We had such an amazing experience. There were a looot of people, but it flowed very very well. We…read morepicked apples, grabbed some apple treats (apple cookie, apple turnover, apple fritter, apple donut). It was ALL good. There was also a food truck that had amazing food! I would 100% recommend Stepp's.