More Farms for Fun Fall Weekends
Our editors share a few of their favorites to visit
There are too many great farms to mention them all, but here are just a few that you may want to visit. Be sure to contact the farm before you venture out.
Hidden Haven Farms in Jamul An Old-West-style sustainable family farm where you can go horseback riding, learn about beekeeping, milk a cow, feed an emu, slop the pigs or collect eggs. 619-445-4057, hiddenhavenfarms.com
Key Creeks Lavender Farm in Valley Center A countryside getaway with more than a dozen varieties of lavender on 8 ½ acres. Enjoy private events like an English high tea, workshops and 50-plus made-on-the-farm lavender products for sale. 760-742-3844, kclfarm.com
Summers Past Farms in Flinn Springs This certified wildlife habitat is an idyllic setting of blooms and herbs, fairy gardens, plus an herbal soap shop. Don’t miss the pumpkin patch in October. 619-390-1523, summerspastfarms.com
Volcan Valley Apple Farm in Julian This U-Pick apple farm is fun for the entire family. Rows are labeled so that you know what variety you are picking. Harvest season begins late August and runs through mid-October. 760-302-4574.
Welburn Gourd Farm in Fallbrook A scenic drive through Fallbrook leads to this farm where they grow and sell thousands of hard-shell gourds annually. View crafted gourds, learn how to make them and purchase gourd art supplies at the store. 760-728-4271, welburngourdfarm.com
