Get ready for a season of laughter, crisp air, and fall adventures—our latest guide has covered the best corn mazes and seasonal farms in the Merrimack Valley! If you're looking for a day of harvesting pumpkins, navigating leafy mazes, or cozying up for hayrides, you're in the right place.
Mann’s Riverside Farm – Methuen
Opening early September, Mann’s Riverside Farm offers a delightful mini corn maze, apple picking, and tractor-pulled wagon rides. Families also love their fresh cider donuts and pick-your-own flower fields—it’s a cozy spot that’s become a local fall favorite.
Crescent Farm – Haverhill
This farm offers a traditional corn maze, pumpkin picking, sunflower fields, hayrides, and farm-fresh ice cream. The perfect mix of nature, fall colors, and simple farm fun for all ages.
Kimball Farm – Haverhill
Boasting a creative corn maze, hayrides, and animal interactions, Kimball Farm takes “agritainment” to the next level with twists, turns, and farmyard charm.
Connors Farm – Danvers
From August through November, Connors Farm hosts a buzzing “Bee Happy” corn maze, dinosaur-themed maze, hayrides, jumping pillows, and even a railroad ride for the little ones. A full season of fun in one place!
Marini Farm – Ipswich
A drive away but worth it—their “Maze Park” features an interactive scavenger hunt with 18 stations to explore. Perfect for adventurous families and birthday celebrations.
Tips for Planning Your Visit
- Weekends are prime time—expect lines at popular spots. Look for weekday openings!
- Check maze difficulty—Mann’s mini maze is perfect for little ones; Kimball and Connors offer larger and more adventurous layouts.
- Comfort is key—wear sturdy shoes, pack water, and allow plenty of time for exploring (and maybe getting a little lost).
- Double the fun with group visits—many farms offer special rates or programs for field trips and birthday parties.
Your perfect fall day is waiting
Whether you’re picking apples, wandering through towering corn stalks, or enjoying a hayride with pumpkins in tow, the Merrimack Valley’s fall farms offer endless ways to make memories—and maybe a little magic too.
