Fall on the Farm
7 Stops for Fall Farm Fun
Fall is here and farms all over Thurston County are ready for visitors to pick their perfect pumpkins, get lost in corn mazes, enjoy kids activities, and bite into fresh corn on the cob.
Find an abundance of family friendly activities at these six farms just beyond Olympia.
Find more information and a schedule of pumpkin patches and corn mazes at ThurstonTalk.com.
Dancing Goats and Singing Chickens Organic Farm is more than just a farm - it's a hub for community-building and sustainable living education. Through hands-on workshops and a lively petting zoo, the farm fosters a connection between people and the natural world. They prioritize social care, using their space to nurture both the environment and their community. Their focus on permaculture showcases their commitment to creating a self-sustaining ecosystem, modeling a harmonious way of life for visitors of all ages.
Since opening its doors in 2000, Rutledge Family Farm has become a cherished destination for families and visitors, offering a variety of seasonal activities that create lasting memories. Find your perfect pumpkin, find your way through a corn maze, or challenge your friends to a game of corn hole at Rutledge Family Farm.
Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill and LaVida Alpaca Farm in Yelm, Washington, is a delightful destination for the whole family! Meet the friendly alpacas, watch as their soft fleece is turned into yarn, and maybe even take home a cuddly souvenir. Learn about the fascinating process of fiber arts, from shearing to spinning, in a fun and educational environment. The farm's picturesque setting provides the perfect backdrop for a day of exploration and discovery.
At Lost Peacock Creamery, cheese is just the beginning. Visit us for a farm tour, join a cheese-making workshop, or attend one of our seasonal events. Our farm is a place where you can learn, have fun, and fall in love with the art of cheese.
At Schilter Family Farm, find a large pumpkin patch and a 5-acre corn maze! When you work up an appetite picking the best pumpkin in the patch, grab some corn on the cob, hand-cut fries, or cider donuts.
Between pumpkins, multiple mazes, kiddie train rides, and a super slide, there is no shortage of activities for the whole family at Hunter Family Farm.
Lattin’s Country Cider Mill & Farm in Olympia is a family‑run orchard and bakery operating since the 1970s. Famous for its award‑winning fresh cider and melt‑in-your-mouth apple fritters, it also offers homemade jams, syrups, pies, cookies, and more—all made with natural ingredients. Stroll the 26-acre grounds to mingle with farm animals like goats, rabbits, sheep, and birds, sample seasonal produce, grab a warm donut, and enjoy a relaxed and rustic country‑charm experience for families and visitors alike
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Dancing Goats and Singing Chickens Organic Farm
14062 Yelm Hwy SE Yelm, Washington 98597 (360) 489-2830
Rutledge Family Farm
302 93rd Ave SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 357-3700
Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill and La Vida Alpaca
15631 159th Ln. SE Yelm, Washington 98597
Lost Peacock Creamery
5504 Cross Creek Ln NE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 280-6730
Schilter Family Farm
141 Nisqually Cutoff Road SE Olympia, Washington 98513 (360) 459-4023
Hunter Family Farm LLC
7401 Yelm Hwy. SE Olympia, Washington 98513 (360) 456-0466
Lattin’s Country Cider Mill & Farm
9402 Rich Rd SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 491-7328