There are plenty of fun and interesting places in and around Vancouver worth exploring this Fall in a safe way. Pumpkin U-Picks, Apple U-Picks, Corn Mazes and Gardens are busy on the weekends, but if you’re able to go on a weekday morning, you can expect less people. Other alternatives would be a nice hike, trail walk, park or visit a farm!
Corn Mazes:
Bose Family Farms, Taves Family Farm and Laity Pumpkin Patch have some great attractions like a corn maze, as well as a pumpkin patch.
Trails:
Reifel Bird Sanctuary in Delta is beautiful in the Fall, Capilano Regional Park by the Cleveland Dam or Sasamat Lake Loop in Port Moody
Farms:
For pumpkins, we really like Emma Lea Farms in Delta, Westham Island Herb Farm in Delta. Southlands Heritage Farm in Vancouver has some friendly animals.
MAKE SOME S’MORES!
Most of Metro Vancouver’s fire ban has been lifted and the fire danger rating is low. Call your local fire department to confirm or visit the link below. You can only burn beach bonfires in designated Metro Vancouver fire rings. I know there are a few at Centennial Beach in Tsawwassen, so bring your blankets, bundled firewood, pack a picnic dinner and have s’mores for dessert! More info at: http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPublications/GeneralParkGuidelines.pdf and at metrovancouver.org
Scarecrow Stroll!
The annual fall scarecrow event at Art’s Nursery in Surrey has transformed into a Scarecrow Stroll. It runs until Halloween.
Visit the expansive 10+ acre nursery to enjoy a casual, socially distant, outdoor stroll amongst 50+ scarecrows and fall photo opportunities. Enjoy the beauty of nature, the creativity of their scarecrow-building-team.
For Parks, More Trails and Bike Parks
I love following Jaclyn & her boys at @Braveandfreeadventures They post some really good ideas for trails, parks and playgrounds! Give her a follow!
Happy Adventuring!
Amanda is a writer, photographer, videographer and a content creator with a passion for sharing stories. With her family of 5, they share experiences, tips and ideas that empower Moms to make memories with their families right here in British Columbia.
