It’s fall, y’all! Autumn is definitely my favorite season in Georgia. I love the crackle of campfires, crispy homegrown apples, and of course, the bright and beautiful foliage. It’s a season that reminds me to take things slow and enjoy the moment, especially since autumn doesn’t last long. It pretty much feels like fall for about a month before we say hello to winter temps. However, this also means that I can bust out my cozy oversized sweaters and arm myself with a PSL without being judged.
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Last Updated: August 12, 2022
13 Fall Activities and Pumpkin Patches in Georgia
If you live in the south like us, you don’t have to travel far to find autumn entertainment. Today, we came up with a list of the best fall activities in Georgia, whether you’re looking for fall foliage, corn mazes, or a pumpkin patch in GA. Before visiting, be sure to contact the locations or check their websites for the most up-to-date info.
Apple Farms in Georgia
Opens: August 27, 2022
Admission: $8 Weekdays, $13-26 Weekends
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.
9696 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536, map
Opens: September 3, 2022
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.
Opens: August 27, 2022
Admission: $10
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.
Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches in Georgia
4470 Bennett Rd, Buford, GA 30519, map | Pumpkin Farms in Georgia
Opens: September 23, 2022
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.
4520 Hwy 53, Dawsonville, GA 30534, map | Pumpkin Patch North GA
Opens: September 30, 2022
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.
3565 GA-155 N, Stockbridge, GA 30281, map | Pumpkin Farms in GA
Opens: October 1, 2022
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
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.
photo: Robert Lz
Beers, brats, and German bands fill the small alpine village of Helen, GA. They host an impressive Oktoberfest that takes place daily from September 5 to October 27, 2022. 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.
photo: Dizzy Girl
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 6-16, 2022.
3200 George Busbee Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144, map
Each October (October 7-15, 2022), 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.
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 is 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.
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 incredible 360 degree view of four states: Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina and South Carolina. Imagine seeing rolling hills of leaves from four different states!
More Fall Activities in Georgia
- Berry Patch Farms ( 786 Arnold Mill Rd, 30188, map)
- Boo at the Zoo – Zoo Atlanta (800 Cherokee Ave SE, 30315, map)
- Chastain Park Arts Festival (4469 Stella Dr NW, 30342, map)
- Copper Creek Farm – Cow Train Ride (1514 Reeves Station Rd SW, 30701, map)
- Dahlonega Gold Rush Days Festival
- Decatur Wine Festival (East Court Square, map)
- Georgia Apple Festival (1729 S Main St, Ellijay, GA 30540, map)
- Jaemor Farms (5340 Cornelia Hwy, 30510, map)
- Kinsey Family Farm Pumpkin Patch – Farm Animals (7170 Jot Em Down Rd, 30506, map)
- Little Fives Points Halloween Parade
- Mitcham Farm Corn Maze – Corn Cannon & Pumpkin Pie (797 Macedonia Church Rd, 30054, map)
- Netherworld Haunted House (1313 Netherworld Way, 30087, map)
- Pumpkin Festival at Stone Mountain Park (1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, 30083, map)
- Southern Belle Farm / Southern Belle Farms – Pumpkin Patch North Georgia ( 1658 Turner Church Rd, 30252, map)
- Washington Farms – Jumping Pillows (5691 Hog Mountain Rd, 30622, map)
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What are some fall activities you enjoy? Are there any activities, corn mazes, or pumpkin patches in Georgia we missed?
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