FARM FUN ACTIVITIES
5-Acre Corn Maze
Explore the twists and turns of our 5-acre corn maze. Our corn maze is designed and cut each year by professionals with attention to detail. We have a new design each year. Perfect for adventurers of all ages, our maze offers a fun challenge that will test your navigation skills. Please make sure you stay on the path and leave the corn on the stalks, as the corn is harvested at the end of each season for animal feed. Available daily, it’s a great way to spend an afternoon with family and friends, finding your way through the stalks and enjoying the fresh farm air. On the weekends, don’t forget to stop by the corn maze and say hello to Georgia the Corn Queen!
Apple Cannon
Our exciting apple cannon is a unique activity available on weekends. Perfect for those looking to add a bit of excitement to their visit, the apple cannon allows you to shoot apples at several metal targets, making for a memorable and fun experience. See who in your group has the best aim! Our apples come from a local grower and are purchased from bins of pee-wee apples, meaning they were graded out at the packing house due to their small size. The three cannons run on compressed air. All you have to do is buy a bucket of apples from the attendant to get started!
Jump Pad
Our large jump pad is a favorite, offering a fun and safe place to bounce and play. Available on weekends, the jump pad is a great way for kids to burn off energy while parents relax and enjoy the beautiful farm scenery. The jump pad is a flat series of inflatable tubes. The large, flat, inflatable area allows many kids to jump on the giant inflatable pillows at any one time. This activity is for kids 12 and under. Kids can get a wristband to jump throughout the day. While there is an attendant on duty, please plan to stay at the jump pad with your children.
Wagon Rides
Experience the beauty of Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard from a new perspective with our scenic wagon rides, available on weekends. Farmer Mike will take you on a non-stop tour of the farm, offering a relaxing way to take in the sights. Please stay seated at all times. No dogs are allowed on the wagon ride. A fun activity for all ages, 2 years old and under do not need a ticket!
Covered Picnic Area
Our covered picnic shed provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. The picnic area offers a comfortable and scenic place to sit back and enjoy the farm’s ambiance. It’s an ideal spot for a quiet lunch in nature. Food trucks are available most fall weekends or you can bring your own picnic lunch.
U-Pick Activities
One of the highlights of visiting Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard is our U-Pick activities, where you can pick your own fresh produce straight from the farm.
Apples
Available from mid-August to the end of October, our apple orchards offer a variety of delicious apples ready for you to pick and enjoy. It’s a fun and rewarding activity for the whole family.
Pumpkins
From late September to late October, come pick the perfect pumpkin for carving or decorating. Our pumpkin patch has vibrant pumpkins in all shapes and sizes.
Grapes
Available for three weeks starting in mid-August, our u-pick grapes are a sweet and tasty treat. Enjoy the experience of picking fresh grapes right off the vine.
Sunflowers and Zinnias
Brighten your day with our beautiful sunflowers and zinnias, available for picking from mid-August to mid-October. We provide clippers and take-home buckets so you can create your own stunning bouquets.
Tulips
In the spring, our tulip fields burst into color, offering a delightful picking experience. Perfect for bringing a touch of spring beauty into your home.
Photography
Bring your camera and capture the memories of your visit to Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard. With scenic views and picturesque settings, our farm is a photographer’s paradise. Look around the farm for our photo frame opportunities you can stand in and take pictures with! Share your photos with us using #SteppsHillcrestOrchard and follow us on social media to see what others have shared.
Professional photographers are welcome and encouraged to contact us to schedule photo shoots.
Other Fun Farm Activities
Are you looking for a scenic walk or hike in the mountains? Enjoy a leisurely stroll on the flat parts of the farm or a more strenuous hike in the more mountainous parts. We have over 100 acres for you to explore!
Did you know you can see animals on the farm? While the cows and donkeys (Cinnamon and Sugar) are our neighbor’s animals, you can see them from the pasture that joins our farm. Please do not feed the animals, but they do love their photo taken!
End Your Trip At The Apple House
Before you leave, don’t forget to stop by the Apple House to look for a souvenir! Our bakery is also attached to the Apple House, where you can pick up one of our famous apple cider donuts or another sweet treat!