Hayrides
At Stuart’s Fruit Farm you can pick your own pumpkin right off the vine! This oldest apple orchard in Westchester County also offers tractor-drawn hayrides that take visitors up a hill to beautiful scenic views. The 20-minute ride costs $3 per person. Make sure to stop by the farm stand and bakery.
Stuart’s Fruit Farm
62 Granite Springs Road, Granite Springs
245-2784
stuartsfarm.com
Corn Maze
Now in its third year, Outhouse Orchards offers an old-fashioned corn maze with an interactive twist. Visitors get a map and clipboard with a laminated crossword puzzle. Solve the puzzle by finding the answers to the clues tucked into nooks and crannies throughout the maze. The full adventure takes 35-45 minutes. $7, free under 4.
Outhouse Orchards
130 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem
277-3188
outhouseorchardsny.com
Homemade Donuts
Salinger’s makes apple cider donuts every day right on the premises. Nothing beats a warm fresh donut and apple cider. The bakery here also has fresh pies, cakes, tea cakes, scones and even unbaked pies for you to take home and bake. This family-owned operation takes orders for Thanksgiving and Christmas pies.
Salingers Orchard
230 Guinea Road, Brewster
845-277-3521
salingersorchard.com
Extra Fun
Yes, there are pumpkins to pick, but you can also spend the better part of the day letting kids blow off steam in the Little Village, a mini-sized replica of a New England farm town. There are train rides on weekends, playful goats that roam the farm, scenic views and tasty refreshments.
Lawrence Farms Orchards
39 Colandrea Road, Newburgh
845-562-4268
lawrencefarmsorchards.com
Click here for a list of other orchards offering pick-your-own pumpkins.
