The scent of apples and fry oil hangs over the fields as families roam from pumpkin patch to corn maze. Laughter and farm chatter roll out from the barn, and each wagon ride brings back boots caked with dust or mud.
What to Expect:
🍏 Pick-your-own apples, pumpkins, and sunflowers throughout the season
🧃 Barn store stocked with house-made apple cider, donuts, pies, and local goods
🚜 Tractor rides and friendly 'cowboy' guides sharing farm stories
🌽 Corn maze, bouncy area, zip line, and nature trails for kids
🐕 Dogs welcome on-leash across most of the grounds
Important Information:
✔ Open weekends in season—hours may shift late October
✔ Wheelchair-friendly paths; barn has accessible restrooms
✔ Group farm tours and school field trips require advance booking
✔ Purchase picking bags for apples; no outside bags in orchard
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🍏 Peak Picking: Late September is prime for crisp varieties—check their daily update board for what's best that week.
🌽 Corn Maze Tips: Grab a crossword game sheet at the maze entrance—the local artist’s clues are sneakily tough for adults too.
🧃 Donut Run: Donut and cider lines thin out after 3:00 PM. Early morning gets first crack at hot, fresh batches.
🌄 Night Events: Watch for October flashlight corn mazes and firepits—separate tickets required and a quieter pace after dusk.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Most visitors come back for the apple picking, friendly staff, and a long lineup of activities for kids. People commonly mention knowledgeable guides (Cowboy Jeff gets special praise), with fresh donuts and cider as crowd favorites. Prices are a bit higher than some expect, but the wide range of activities and friendly service earn steady five-star praise. A small number of reviews, mainly from large school groups, report negative experiences with orchard bag rules and group supervision. Best atmosphere during early fall weekends; can get busy on October Saturdays.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Best TimeS TO visit
Arrive early on weekends, especially in September and October, for prime apple picking and lighter donut lines. October Saturdays fill by 11:00 AM.
Accessibility
Barn entry has no threshold step, wide doorways, and accessible gender-neutral restroom. Main play areas have gravel paths; some fields may be uneven after rain.
