Top Kid-Friendly Hayrides in NW Michigan

Discover the best kid-friendly hayrides in Northwest Michigan for family fun, scenic views, and fall joy.

As the leaves start to change and the air gets crisp in Northwest Michigan, it’s the perfect time for a family hayride. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, there are so many kid-friendly hayrides to enjoy in this beautiful part of the state. From charming orchards to fun-filled farms, these hayrides offer a great way to soak in the fall scenery and make some special memories with your little ones. Grab your favorite sweater, hop on a hayride, and discover the best spots in Northwest Michigan for fall family fun!

• Jacob’s Corn Maze (Traverse City, Grand Traverse County)

  • Enjoy a scenic hayride through Jacob’s expansive corn maze and pumpkin patch, perfect for family fun.

• Pond Hill Farm (Harbor Springs, Emmet County)

  • Pond Hill Farm offers hayrides along with pumpkin picking and other fall activities, ideal for kids and families.

• Friske’s Farm Market (Ellsworth, Antrim County)

  • Experience family-friendly hayrides through Friske’s orchards, along with a variety of seasonal events.

• Royal Farms (Ellsworth, Antrim County)

  • Royal Farms offers hayrides through apple orchards and pumpkin patches, surrounded by beautiful fall foliage.

• Uncle Frank’s Apple Town (Brutus, Emmet County)

  • Uncle Frank’s provides hayrides, apple picking, and other kid-friendly fall activities in a cozy farm setting.

• Antler Ridge Farms (Copemish, Manistee County)

  • Antler Ridge Farms offers fall hayrides through their scenic farm, along with pumpkin picking and seasonal events.

• Myrtle and Maude's (Williamsburg, Grand Traverse County)

  • Open 7 days a week during apple season, Myrtle and Maude's has a U-pick pumpkin patch, wagon farm tours, kids play area, local produce and more for guests to enjoy.

• Nugent Orchards (Benzonia, Benzie County)

  • Nugent Orchards has nine apple varieties available for U-pick, a pumpkin patch, corn maze, fresh baked goods and wagon rides for a fun-filled day.

• Ranch Rudolph (Traverse City, Grand Traverse County)

  • Enjoy a horse-drawn hay and sleigh ride at Ranch Rudolph. The 40-minute ride circles through private property, seasonal roads and state forest.

• Rennie Orchards (Williamsburg, Grand Traverse County)

  • Pumpkins, squash, gourds and 19 varieties of apples are available for U-pick at Rennie Orchards. Kids will also enjoy the hay wagon rides, hay bale maze and large teepee.

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