13 Unforgettable Fall Activities and Pumpkin Patches in Georgia

Apple Farms in Georgia

1. B.J. Reece Apple House

9131 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536, map

Open: August 26 – October 29, 2023
Admission: $13-26

There are some incredible apple orchards in North Georgia. Most of them are around an hour and a half away from the city of Ellijay, GA. Besides apple picking, Reece Apple House offers a petting farm, pony rides, and even zipline rides. You can easily spend an entire day here. Be sure to check out their pricing here.

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2. Hillcrest Orchards

9696 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536, map

Open: September & October, 2023
Admission: $12 Weekdays, $18 Weekends

This family owned and operated apple farm is a local favorite. We can’t get enough of their baked goodies. The sweet smells from the bakery entice you to stuff your face with apple cider doughnuts, apple pies, and their famous apple fritters. Enjoy the live music, the swimming pig races, and the apple tree maze on the weekends. More info on their schedules and pricing here.

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3. Red Apple Barn

3379 Tails Creek Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540, map

Open: August 26 – October 30, 2023
Admission: $10.50

The Red Apple Barn offers U-Pick apple picking as well as U-Pick flower picking. You’ll also receive a free doughnut and apple cider included with your U-Pick admission. In addition, there’s a delightful farmer’s market that sells fall pantry staples from beef jerky to jams. Kids will enjoy the tractor ride around the orchard as well.

4. Buford Corn Maze

4470 Bennett Rd, Buford, GA 30519, map | Pumpkin Farms in Georgia

Opens: September 2, 2023
Admission: $16.85-29.95

Located less than an hour away from the city, Buford Corn Maze is only a short drive to a ton of family fun activities. Unlimited hayrides, a haunted forest, and even a corn box (aka a sandbox filled with corn kernels) will fill the void in your heart that missed the fall season. We love how they have photo ops like antique tractors, fields of corn, and a well-organized Georgia pumpkin patch. If you’re looking for a Pumpkin Patch in Atlanta, this is the pumpkin patch for you.

5. Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze

4520 Hwy 53, Dawsonville, GA 30534, map | Pumpkin Patch North GA

Opens: September 29, 2023
Admission: $17-22

Enjoy running through 12 acres of corn fields with your family and friends. At dusk, teens and adults usually opt for the The Dark Rows, the haunted corn maze. Keep in mind that flashlights are not allowed. If you’re looking for a super spooky corn maze, this is it. There’s also a cozy campfire area where you can roast marshmallows, make s’mores, and sing campfire songs.

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6. Yule Forest Pumpkin Patch

3565 GA-155 N, Stockbridge, GA 30281, map | Pumpkin Farms in GA

Open: September 30 – October 29, 2023
Admission: $15.95-25.95

Yule Pumpkin Patch is a huge pumpkin patch in Georgia and boasts a unique experience of being able to cut your pumpkin right off the vine, which might make it the best pumpkin patch in Georgia. They’ll even provide a cart and stem cutter for you. Unfortunately, they’re only open in of October, so plan accordingly.

Fall Festivals in Georgia

7. Gibbs Gardens Fall Festival

1987 Gibbs Dr, Ball Ground, GA 30107, map

Gibbs Gardens is one of my favorite local escapes, year-round. They’re well known for their Japanese maples, which turn a brilliant shade of red in late autumn. Gibbs Gardens hosts a live band, awesome magicians, a fall market, and lunch offerings as you stroll through 16 world class gardens.

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8. Oktoberfest

1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545, map

Beers, brats, and German bands fill the small alpine village of Helen, GA. They host an impressive Oktoberfest that takes place daily from September 7 to October 29, 2023. It’s great for the entire family, from kids to your dogs. It’s super kitschy, but we love to see the alphorns, experience German culture, and dance to some good ol’ Polka music.

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9. Cumming Country Fair

235 Castleberry Rd, Cumming, GA 30040, map

Unleash your inner kid with classic carnival rides, piping hot funnel cakes, and a petting zoo. The fair also exhibits an Indian Village that represents Cherokee heritage in Cumming, GA and the surrounding area. They also have a cool Heritage Village that displays notable farm machinery throughout history such as the cotton gin, corn mill, moonshine still, and more. It runs from October 5-15, 2023.

10. Georgia Mountain Fall Festival

3200 George Busbee Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144, map

Each October (October 6-14, 2023), the Georgia Mountain Fall Festival features several fun musical performances, local arts & craft vendors, a flower show, and Georgia’s Official State Fiddlers’ Convention. We love the amazing views of the Blue Ridge mountains and enjoying the fall temps as we sip, eat, and shop.

Best Fall Foliage in Georgia

11. Tallulah Gorge

338 Jane Hurt Yarn Rd, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573​, map

Tallulah Gorge is one of the most scenic ravines the Southeast. There are numerous trails, so hikers can choose something easy, moderate, or difficult. The trails end up with breathtaking views of fall leaves and waterfalls. This is easily one of my favorite spots in Georgia to see fall leaves.

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12. Cloudland Canyon

122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA 30738, map

We’ve done this hike several times. The 5-mile loop is moderate to difficult, but the crystal clear pool and waterfall at the bottom of the canyon are totally worth it. Shutterbugs will especially love the changing leaves in the backdrop.

Everything looks like an oil painting. But, get ready for a calves workout because you’ll be taking over 600 stairs to get to the bottom. Go ahead and schedule that massage after your hike.

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13. Brasstown Bald

2941 Hwy. 180 Spur, Hiawassee, GA, 30546, map

Pack a picnic because you’ll definitely want to spend some extra time at the very top of Brasstown Bald. You’re able to see miles of fall foliage from Georgia’s highest mountain.

On a clear day, you’ll get an incredible 360-degree view of four states: Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Imagine seeing rolling hills of leaves from four different states!

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