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Kid-Friendly Farms in & around Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City and its surrounding areas are not just known for their stunning landscapes and thriving urban culture; they also offer enriching experiences for families with kids.

Among the many attractions that captivate both locals and tourists alike, the kid-friendly farms in the Salt Lake City area stand out as hidden gems. These farms provide a unique blend of entertainment and education, offering children the opportunity to connect with nature, learn about farming practices, and interact with a variety of friendly animals. If you visit during the Fall season, be sure to expect a variety of fun, kid-friendly activities.

In this article, we will take you on a delightful journey through some great kid-friendly farms in Salt Lake City and its surroundings.
Whether you’re a resident seeking weekend adventures or a visitor looking to create lasting memories, these farms offer a range of activities and experiences that will engage and excite children of all ages.

Pack your bags, gather the family, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable farm adventure that will leave your little ones smiling from ear to ear.

Wheeler Historic Farm is a 75-acre working farm and public park with wagon rides, seasonal events, farmers markets, trails, a playground, and more. It has a rich history in Salt Lake County, with many individuals living and/or harvesting on the farm since the mid-1800s.

Kid-Friendly Activities: Events such as Pumpkin Days, Farmer’s Market, Dog Mother’s Day, and Camps. Cow milking, wagon rides, farmhouse tours, trails, and a playground.

Open every day during daylight hours. Farm House tours are available by reservation, November–May, and Monday–Friday, 11 AM–1 PM, June–October.

Location:
6351 South 900 East, Murray, UT 84121, USA |
Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 16 minutes

HOURS:
Open every day during daylight hours. Farm House tours are available by reservation, November–May, and Monday–Friday, 11 AM–1 PM, June–October.

For over 60 years, Black Island Farm has been a family business and features the largest corn maze in the state! Families can enjoy a farmstand with delicious options, pumpkin patches, and seasonal events such as Nightmare Acres.

Kid-Friendly Activities: a three-phase, 16-acre corn maze; Cow Train; Straw Mountain; Giant Slide; Grain Chute Slide; Corn Box; Corn Snake; Jumping Jack-O’-Lantern; Barnyard Balance; Goat Mountain.

Location:
https://www.blackislandfarms.com/new-page | Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 40 minutes

This is Salt Lake City’s ONLY Interactive Cattle Ranch where your family can connect with agriculture!

Cross E Ranch is a 200-acre farm located in Salt Lake City.

There are plenty of activities and events for all ages! Don’t miss the popular Sunflower Festival and the Fall Festival!

Kid-Friendly Activities: Fall Festival attractions: corn maze, u-pick pumpkin patch, hay rides, corn pits, mega slides, zip line, barrel train, jump pads, kiddie corral, hay pyramid, corn hole, and many more!

Location:
3500 N 2200 W, Salt Lake City, UT, 84116

Home to Utah’s original corn maze, Cornbelly is a top destination for families with kids during the Fall season! From sweet to savory, you’re sure to get a belly full at Cornbelly’s with their famous donuts, caramel apples, kettle corn, chocolate chip cookies, fresh cider, hand-squeezed lemonade, corn dogs, turkey legs, brick-oven pizza, and more! Families will love the sunflowers and the more than 60 attractions.

Kid-Friendly Activities: corn maze, pumpkin courtyard, zipline, pumpkin princess playland, Insanity Point haunted attractions, giant air pillows, and more!

Location:
3003 North Thanksgiving Way, Lehi, UT, 84043 | Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 25 minutes

HOURS:
Fall season.

Sitting at the foot of the majestic Wellsville Mountains on U.S. Highway 89/91 in Utah’s magnificent Cache Valley, the most scenic route to Jackson Hole, WY, and Yellowstone National Park, and just 70 miles north of Salt Lake City, the American West Heritage Center has those farm vibes with many things for the whole family to do!

Kid-Friendly Activities: The Center offers Fall Farm Activities, Pumpkins, Corn mazes, Giant Lawn Games, a straw fort, and more! Activities change depending on the season, but this destination is worth visiting year-round!

Location:
4025 S. Hwy 89-91, Wellsville , UT , 84339 | Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 1 hour

Cherry Hill Farms Alpine operates on the historic site of Burgess Orchards.

Tucked away in the quiet little town of Alpine, Utah, this picturesque orchard has been providing peaches and apples to northern Utah County since 1926. Families will find fresh produce, tasty desserts, u-pick, photo ops, and more.

Kid-Friendly Activities: Apple U-pick! Varieties you might find include Gala, Jonagolds, HoneyCrisp, and Fuji varieties.

Location:
645 Alpine Hwy, Alpine, UT, 84004 | Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 35 minutes

Fall is not complete without corn mazes, and this one is a must for families in the Salt Lake City area!

This delightful autumn adventure offers a variety of unexpected routes, surprises, and perplexing paths. Lose yourself in a vast expanse of corn spanning over 8 acres!

The attractions consist of the exhilarating Crazy Corn Maze, the renowned Night Stalkers Haunted Trail, and the captivating Fright Lights.

Wander along an enchanting trail illuminated by dazzling lights and accompanied by melodious music, and then select the ideal pumpkin to take home as part of the admission, while supplies last.

Location:
8800 South 4000 West, West Jordan, UT 84088
| Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 25 minutes

Immerse yourself in the tranquility of rural living at Farm Country, an authentic operational farm nestled in the heart of Silicon Slopes.

This engaging and educational encounter revolves around reconnecting with nature and gaining insights into the American agricultural sector. Whether your intention is to interact with friendly animals or engage in traditional farm tasks, Farm Country offers unique hands-on experiences that are unparalleled in the Salt Lake metropolitan region.

Location:
2502 W Sycamore Ln. Lehi, UT 84043 | Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 25 minutes

HOURS:
Monday – Saturday, 9 AM – 8 PM

Pack Farms is filled with Fall fun for the whole family!

Adults and kids can make good memories by enjoying traditional games with a fun farm twist.

Kid-Friendly Activities: hay maze, PVC Pipe Roller Slide, BIG PVC Roller Slide, Pumpkin Tetherball, Pumpkin Games such as Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe, Checkers & Jenga, Tractor Tire Playground, Corn Hole, Pumpkin Slingshot, Pumpkin Slingshot, Corn Box, Connect Four, Giant Connect Four, Round Bale Rollers, Duck Race, Gaga Ball Pit, and more!

Location:
1700 West Glovers Lane, Farmington, UT, 84025 | Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 25 minutes

Wilkerson Farm is a seasonal vegetable and fruit farm in Orem, Utah.

Visit in the fall for family fun at the carnival, corn maze, and pumpkin patch!

Kid-Friendly Activities: Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, and the many Fair attractions during the Fall season

Location:
710 West 2000 South, Orem, UT, 84058 |
Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 40 minutes

From ice cream and bakery to farm-fresh products and events all year, this is an awesome family destination!

Kid-Friendly Activities: Blossom Festival, Sunflower, Upick, and the Fall Festival.

Location:
901 South 300 West, Santaquin , UT , 84655
| Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 1 hour

Shop for local produce and fresh fruits and veggies at Day Farms!

Kid-Friendly Activities include seasonal events such as the Drive-In Pumpkin Patch with Photo Spots.

Location:
2500 W Gentile St, Layton, UT, 84040 |
Driving Distance from Salt Lake City: 30 minutes

HOURS:
Monday-Saturday and Holidays: West Layton Stand: 10 AM-6 PM | East Layton Stand: 11 AM-6 PM | U-Pick Veggie Patch: Sept 9 AM-6 PM, October 12 PM-6 PM | Drive-In Pumpkin Patch: October 12 AM-6 PM

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