The leaves are changing colors, and there’s a crisp chill in the air — fall is here! It’s the perfect time for you and your family to take part in seasonal activities like pumpkin picking, corn mazes and more farm fun and games.
Many local farms in the Pittsburgh area open their doors to visitors during September and October before they close up shop for the winter. Don’t miss the opportunity to make unforgettable memories with your family at these attractions offering plenty of fall fun.
Places to See the Animals
Meet, feed and even pet animals living on the farm! Many of these petting farms have animals like goats, cows, pigs and small animals like rabbits.
Barnyard Petting Zoo | Eighty Four
(Open 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday)
Animals have been featured on shows like “Good Morning America” and “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood”
Critter Country Animal Farm | Smithton
(Open noon-6 p.m.)
Home to more than 300 animals, including monkeys and exotic big cats
Hickory Hearth Highlands | McDonald
(Open 9 a.m.-midnight Friday through Sunday)
Visitors can pet and brush Highland cows and miniature donkeys.
Round Hill Park | Elizabeth
(Open 8 a.m.-sunset)
Has an exhibition farm with animals, as well as a farm-themed splash pad
Harvest Season
Pick your own pumpkins at these farms! Whether you’re making a pumpkin pie, decorating a jack-o’-lantern or just looking for some fall decor, being able to pick your own pumpkin makes the experience all the more personal.
Triple B Farms | Monongahela
(Pick-your-own available 9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Features a “Pop’s Farm Yard Fun” play area open on weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Trax Farm Market | Finleyville
(Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m.)
Holds an annual Fall Festival in September and October; also has a corn maze
Shenot Farm & Market | Wexford
(Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m.)
Simmons Farm Market | McMurray
(Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday through Sunday)
Janoski’s Farm and Greenhouse | Clinton
(Open 8 a.m.-7 p.m.)
Corn Mazes
Get lost in these corn mazes at local farms! Many of them also have other activities to explore once you’ve navigated the maze.
Gearhard Farms | McMurray
The corn maze consists of four challenges, including the maze itself and finding hidden pictures of animals within. Pumpkin picking and hayrides are also available.
Zombies of the Corn | Freedom
Horror-themed corn maze and paintball; best for older children and teenagers
Coolspring Corn Maze | Mercer
Admission also includes access to the hay maze, slides, zipline and more.
Spring House Market | Eighty Four
Features a corn maze as part of its “Fall Fun on the Farm” event, as well as other fun attractions like giant cornhole and a human-sized hamster wheel.
