Best value pick for families wanting genuine variety: 20+ activities for $14 admission, including gem mining and wagon rides, plus a seasonal snack bar with farm-made specialties.
Fall admission $14
Rough cost for a family of four: about $56.00 in admission alone at the posted starting rate, before pumpkins, food, parking or any add-on listed above. Most families end up well north of that once they are through the gate.
Narramore Farms ranks among Tennessee’s best-value patches because of the sheer number of activities included in a flat $14 admission. With more than 20 activities (corn maze, gem mining, bubble station, trike track, slides, wagon rides, disc golf) and a working farm stand serving seasonal items like pumpkin pies on a stick, the farm delivers variety without constantly pulling your wallet out for add-ons. This is the opposite of mega-festival patches that hit you with $30 entry plus $5 per carousel ride.
For a family of four, $56 total admission ($14 per person) opens access to 20+ activities. Most of your time will be spent on the free or included items: corn maze (40–90 minutes), pumpkin picking (30–45 minutes), wagon rides (15–20 minutes), gem mining (15–30 minutes), and play structures. Unlike patches where the main attraction is the maze and everything else is à la carte, Narramore’s model lets you do five or six things without increasing your base cost.
Many Tennessee patches offer typical fall activities; few prominently feature gem mining. This appeals to families with 5–12-year-olds who enjoy the tactile novelty of sifting, discovering, and keeping finds. It’s not a time-sink activity (typically 20–30 minutes), but it adds value and breaks up the maze-and-pumpkin routine.
The farm operates a stand offering fresh lemonade, Frito chili pies, and “pumpkin pies on stick” as specialties. The pumpkin pie on a stick is a farm-made item not common in commercial operations—essentially a fried pie or baked specialty shaped for convenient eating. This is a real point of differentiation if you want to try something locally made rather than generic fair food. Call ahead to confirm what’s being made the week of your visit.
Narramore operates Saturday 11am–5pm and Sunday 1pm–5pm only. This limits flexibility if you work weekends or have conflicting schedules. Saturday mornings offer the longest window; by 3pm, families with young children start leaving, which may lighten crowds slightly in late afternoon.
The farm lists U-pick pumpkins, meaning you select and harvest your own. Bring sturdy bags or confirm whether the wagon-ride service includes pumpkin transport. Don’t assume; call 865-407-3118 to clarify whether a pumpkin wagon rental is included or costs extra.
October weekends. Saturday hours (11am–5pm) allow morning visits; Sunday (1pm–5pm) is later-starting. Early October has fewer crowds and better parking than mid-to-late October.
2.5–3.5 hours for a family to experience the maze, pumpkin picking, and 2–3 additional activities.
Moderate on weekends, especially early October. Mid-to-late October Saturdays will be busier.
Farm lot; typical unpaved. Early October has better lot conditions than late October.
Corn maze and outdoor activities are not wheelchair accessible. Gem mining and trike track may vary. Call 865-407-3118 to inquire about specific activities.
You want weekday access (weekends only); Your group dislikes walking or prefers climate-controlled entertainment; Budget is extremely tight (though $14 admission is already very affordable)
Narramore Farms is in Kingston, Roane County, between Knoxville and Crossville. Combine with scenic drives along the Clinch River or a visit to nearby Watts Bar Lake recreation areas.
The farm lists 20+ activities: corn maze, U-pick pumpkins, gem mining, bubble station, trike track, tire mountain, slides, disc golf, and wagon rides. Confirm that all these are included and none require additional payment.
U-pick pumpkins are listed as an activity, so you select and harvest your own. Bring bags or confirm whether wagon rental or wagon rides include pumpkin transport.
The research notes mention fresh lemonade, Frito chili pies, and pumpkin pies on a stick as seasonal items. Call 865-407-3118 to ask what else is available on your intended visit date and whether these items are freshly made on-site.
September 26 – October 31, 2026. Saturdays and Sundays. Hours: Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm.
Admission starts at $14 per person. Fall admission $14
199 Laurel Bluff Road, Kingston, TN 37763, in Roane County. It is one of 6 patches we track in Knoxville Region.
We track 6 patches in Knoxville Region. At $14 a head this one sits right on the regional median of $14, undercutting 1 of the 4 paid patches we track here.
Its season runs about 36 days against a regional average of 44, so it is a shorter window than most of its neighbours — miss it and the nearest alternatives will still be open.
narramorefarms.com
Checked August 2026.