Scarecrows, Pumpkins, and Corn Mazes, Oh My!

Grab your pumpkin spice lattes and flannel shirts—okay, the kids can come too— because we’re about to go for a ride…a hayride, that is!

Fall is officially here! You’ll be hard-pressed to find an experience on the Central Coast that captures the essence of the season more than the Avila Valley Barn.

This beloved family-owned farm pulls out all the stops this time of year. So much so, you won’t feel a need to retrieve your holiday décor from storage. Why bother when the Avila Valley Barn delivers an adventure of fall fun for the entire family.  

With the farm’s rustic vibe, everywhere you turn is a memory in the making. Boisterous goats and sheep clamoring for attention. Hay bale mazes and fields bursting with sunflowers and pumpkins. Mouth-watering roasted corn-on-the-cob. And a Sweet Shoppe guaranteed to give Charlie and the Chocolate Factory a run for its money. It’s no wonder throngs of visitors make the Avila Valley Barn an annual tradition.  

Fall meets your gaze at every turn. Mounds of pumpkins and gourds in all sizes, shapes, and colors steal the show…almost. The real star is the big red barn. Inside, country charm oozes. Bins of fresh flowers, fruits, and vegetables mingle with captivating cookbooks, home décor, and jars of delectable jams, jellies, and sauces. And what would a country store be without home-made goodies? Even the staunchest of willpowers are no match for the aromas of freshly baked pies, cobblers, crisps, and breads.

So, hop in the tractor wagon and get cozy on those bales of hay. A day of good ol’ fashioned fun and picture-perfect moments awaits your arrival at the Avila Valley Barn. For more information, please visit www.avilavalleybarn.com or call (805) 595-2816. The farm is located at 560 Avila Beach Drive in San Luis Obispo.