Best Hayrides on or Near Long Island to Visit This Autumn
Feel the fresh, crisp fall air on your face and the delightful sound of leaves crunching underfoot, and climb in for the coziest ride of the year! Heading out to pick apples or pumpkins, finding your way through corn mazes, or just looking for a spooky good time with the family? Our top family-friendly hayrides are a perfect autumn adventure!
Long Island
Albert H. Schmitt Family Farm
1 Schmitt Blvd., Dix Hills
631-423-6343
Albert H. Schmitt Family Farm offers hayrides, pumpkin patches, a playground, and seasonal photo opportunities. Families can wander the fields, enjoy fall décor, and explore farm activities. The farm is open weekends from 10 am to 5 pm; admission varies. Check the website for updated pricing and special event details.
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Brightwaters Farms
2 Bayview Ave., Bay Shore
631-665-5410
Brightwaters Farms features hayrides, pumpkin picking, a corn maze, inflatables, and farm animals. Live entertainment and seasonal treats are available at the country store. It’s a full day of autumn fun for families! Admission is $20 per person; children under 1 are free—open weekends and Columbus Day, 9 am–5 pm.
F&W Schmitt’s Family Farm
732 Wading River Rd., Melville
631-929-4327
Schmitt’s Family Farm offers a variety of family-friendly activities, including hayrides, a petting zoo, and a corn maze. The farm is known for its welcoming atmosphere and engaging attractions that are suitable for all ages. Hayrides are free, and additional activities like miniature golf and axe-throwing are available at no extra cost. Admission is $15 per person, with optional fees for certain attractions. The farm is open on weekends and select weekdays from 10 am to 5 pm; check the website for current hours and event details.
Harbes Family Farm
715 Sound Ave., Mattituck
631-298-0800
Harbes Family Farm features hayrides, a corn maze, pumpkin picking, pig races, and a Barnyard Adventure area. Kids can enjoy a gnome hedge maze, farm animals, and musical hayrides. Open daily from 9 am to 6 pm. Hayrides $8; hayride + maze $12; Barnyard Adventure $29 weekends/holidays.
NYC
Flushing Farms
43-50 Main St., Flushing
718-888-1188
Flushing Farms offers hayrides, a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, and a corn maze, plus seasonal treats like cider and donuts. Tickets include all activities, making it a full day of family fun. It is open Saturdays and Sundays, 10 am–6 pm. Admission is $20 for an adult, $16 per child (ages 3–12), and children under 2 are free.
Queens County Farm
73-50 Little Neck Pkwy., Floral Park
718-347-3276
This NYC gem offers hayrides in October and November during fall festivals, including the Children’s Halloween Festival, Wildlife Weekends, and the Annual Queen’s County Fair. Little ones will love the corn maze and pumpkin picking. Enjoy cider, donuts, and pies at the snack bar. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm; admission is free. Hayrides (weather permitting) run on weekdays from 1 to 4 pm and weekends from 11 am to 4 pm. $6 per person.
Westchester/Hudson Valley
Barton Orchards
63 Apple Tree Ln., Poughquag
845-227-2306
Barton Orchards offers hayrides, apple and pumpkin picking, a corn maze, and a family “fun park” with games and rides. Kids will love the petting zoo and seasonal activities, while adults can enjoy the taproom with craft beer, cider, and wine. Open daily 11 am to 6 pm; check the website for current pricing and special events.
Bishop’s Orchards
1355 Boston Post Rd., Guilford
203-453-2338
Bishop’s Orchards offers hayrides, pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, a corn maze, farm animals, and seasonal crafts. Families can enjoy fresh produce and baked goods from the farm market. The orchard is open daily; check the website for ticketed events. Hayrides on weekends only. Bags are provided; pay by weight for picked items.
Fishkill Farms
9 Fishkill Farm Rd., Hopewell Junction
845-897-4377
Fishkill Farms offers weekend hayrides, pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, and a corn maze. Families can enjoy live music and picturesque farm views. Farm animals are on display (observation only), adding to the harvest charm. Hayrides and activities require tickets in advance. Open weekends; check the website for hours and seasonal events.
Dr. Davies Farm
306 NY-304, Congers
845-268-7020
The hayride at Dr. Davies Farm has been a family favorite for over two decades. Pack up the family—and even your dog—and head a little over an hour from the city to the picturesque countryside. Enjoy hayrides, pick your own apples and pumpkins, and navigate the corn maze. Hayrides are available on weekends and select holidays. Apple picking is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. Pricing varies; cash only (ATM available). Please check the website for details.
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
31 Dykeman Ln., Pawling
845-832-6068
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum offers hayrides, apple and pumpkin picking, and a variety of family-friendly activities. Kids can explore the historic farmhouse, meet farm animals, and enjoy seasonal crafts. Open daily; check the website for hours. Admission is free; some activities require a small fee. Hayrides run weekends and select weekdays.
HarvestMoon Fun Farm
130 Hardscrabble Rd., North Salem
914-485-1210
Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard hosts a Fall Festival featuring hayrides, apple picking, pumpkin patches, and a corn maze. Enjoy live music, cider donuts, and farm-fresh produce. Admission tickets must be purchased online in advance. The farm is open daily from 9 am to 6 pm. Weekday admission is $13, and weekend admission is $16.
Legends of Fear: Haunted Hayride & Trail
2 Saw Mill City Rd., Shelton
Experience spine-chilling thrills at Legends of Fear, featuring a 30-minute haunted hayride and The Hallow Trail with four terrifying attractions: The Funhouse of Fear, Melon Head Revenge Sawmill & Camp, Hemlock Manor Asylum, and Pine Hills Parish Church. While this attraction is a scary good time for teens, it is not suitable for children under 12. Open select nights through October. Tickets range from $30 to $43 per person; combo and VIP options available. Advance online reservations are highly recommended. Free parking is provided. See the website for more details.
Muscoot Farm
51 Route 100, Katonah
914-864-7286
Muscoot Farm is a historic farm offering hayrides, animal exhibits, hiking trails, and a farmers’ market. The farm is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm. Hayrides are available for an additional fee; please check the website for current pricing and event details.
Outhouse Orchards
139 Hardscrabble Rd., North Salem
914-277-3188
Outhouse Orchards offers a vibrant fall experience with apple and pumpkin picking, a corn maze, and hayrides. The farm stand features fresh produce, homemade goods, and delightful hard cider. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Admission varies; please check the website for current pricing and event details.
Stuart’s Fruit Farm
62 Granite Springs Rd., Granite Springs
914-245-2784
Stuart’s Fruit Farm is one of the oldest farms in Westchester. It offers apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, and a farm stand with fresh-baked goods. The farm is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hayrides are available on weekends; please check the website for current pricing and event details.
Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm
1335 White Hill Rd., Yorktown Heights
914-245-5111
Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm offers apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, a corn maze, and a bakery with fresh pies and cider donuts. The farm is open daily from 10 am to 4:30 pm. Hayrides are available on weekends; please check the website for current pricing and event details.
Apple Ridge Orchards
101 Jessup Rd., Warwick
845-987-7717
Apple Ridge Orchards offers pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, hayrides, and a petting zoo. Enjoy scenic views of the Hudson Valley and Warwick Valley. The farm is open Thursday through Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. Please check the website for current hours and pricing.
Hurds Family Farm
2187 NY-32, Modena
845-883-7825
Hurds Family Farm features hayrides, corn mazes, cow train rides, and seasonal pick-your-own apples and pumpkins. Kids can enjoy a bounce pillow, mini-zipline, and duck races. The farm offers a classic autumn outing for families. It is open daily, and hayrides are available Saturdays, Sundays, or by group reservation. Check the website for current pricing and seasonal events.
Masker Orchards
45 Ball Road, Warwick
845-986-1058
Masker Orchards is a go-to for a family-friendly farm in the Hudson Valley region. Drive right to the trees with your family and then get lost in the massive orchard. You can even bring your dog. There are barnyard baby animals, pony rides, and wagon rides for the kids. The country store has great cider and an assortment of apple jams, butters, pies, and other goodies. There is also a haunted house, live music, a country store, and more! It is open 9 am-5 pm, seven days a week, through November for the PYO season.
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