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Rivercrest Orchard (McGarrah Farms)

📍 2991 South Dead Horse Mountain Road, Fayetteville, AR 72701🗓 September 12 – November 1, 2026🏷 Pricing TBD

A 7-minute drive from downtown Fayetteville with a 8-acre corn maze, modern attractions (zip-lines, bounce pillows, ropes course), traditional activities, and genuinely large property (4-acre playground, 6-acre barnyard)— ambitious in scope but pricing is not published, so budget and planning require a phone call.

Rivercrest Orchard (McGarrah Farms) in Fayetteville, AR

What you get for the price

Included with admission

Corn MazePumpkin PatchSunflower FieldBounce PillowsRopes CourseBarrel TrainHayrideZip-lineCorn Pool

Our take

Rivercrest Orchard is Fayetteville’s most ambitious pumpkin farm by property scope. At 7 minutes from downtown, it targets families who want more than a simple patch-and-maze operation. The roster is extensive: 8-acre corn maze, zip-lines, ropes course, bounce pillows, barrel train, hayrides, a 4-acre playground, a 6-acre barnyard play area, corn pool, sunflower and zinnia fields, plus traditional pumpkin picking.

That scope is the draw and the challenge. A genuinely large property means more activity options but also more decision-making. Admission pricing is not published anywhere, which makes budgeting difficult.

The scale advantage

An 8-acre corn maze is substantial and legitimate. The addition of adventure attractions (zip-lines, ropes course, bounce pillows) sets Rivercrest apart from farms that stick to traditional activities. Families with teenagers or rope-course enthusiasts find real value here.

The property size also means that a single visit does not exhaust the experience. Families often return to Rivercrest across multiple weekends to tackle different activities.

Photo opportunities

Sunflower and zinnia fields are explicitly mentioned. Late September blooms are marginal by October standards, so early-October visits optimize for flower visibility alongside pumpkins.

October expansion

The farm’s hours expand dramatically in October. September operates Saturday-Sunday only, but October adds Friday (12pm-8pm) and extends to 8pm on Saturday and 7pm on Sunday. That expansion reflects demand pressure in the Fayetteville area and creates longer windows for evening visits.

Modern attractions are unusual

Zip-lines and ropes courses are rare at pumpkin farms. If your family is into adventure activities, Rivercrest likely offers options that other farms within 50 miles do not.

Location advantage

Seven minutes from downtown Fayetteville is exceptional convenience. For families in the Ozark region, this is a realistic same-day add-on to other Fayetteville activities.

Before you visit

Call (479) 841-0465 and confirm:

  • 2026 admission pricing (per person or per vehicle)
  • Which attractions are bundled in admission and which are extra
  • Height and age restrictions for zip-lines and ropes course
  • Whether the corn maze is included or separately priced
  • Current concession stand options
  • Group rates if applicable
  • Parking details for large crowds

Website: rivercrestorchard.com.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

September 12 through November 1, 2026. Hours vary by season: September is Saturday-Sunday only (Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-6pm); October expands to Friday-Sunday (Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-7pm). The October expansion gives more days and longer evening hours on Friday-Saturday. Late October is peak season for weather and pumpkin inventory; early September means light crowds but may have partial inventory.

How long to budget

Three to five hours. The property is genuinely large: 8-acre corn maze, 4-acre playground, 6-acre barnyard play area, plus zip-lines, ropes course, bounce pillows, barrel train, hayride, corn pool, and sunflower fields. A short visit feels rushed; longer families often split time across multiple activities or days.

Crowds

The farm sits in Fayetteville, one of Arkansas' fastest-growing cities in a high-demand weekend area (Fayetteville-Bentonville-Rogers corridor). October Saturdays will be busy. Friday and Sunday may offer lower crowds than peak Saturday.

Parking

Not specified. Assume farm lot parking; the property is large enough that parking is likely available.

Strollers and accessibility

The property includes a 6-acre barnyard play area, 4-acre playground, bounce pillows, and ropes course. Call (479) 841-0465 to discuss accessibility for varied terrain and modern attractions.

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes for walking a large property and the 8-acre corn maze
  • Closed-toe shoes for zip-lines and ropes course (required for safety)
  • Layers for late-September and October evenings
  • Sunscreen and a hat for outdoor activities
  • Cash and card for admission and activity purchases
  • A phone or camera for sunflower and zinnia field photos

How to spend less here

  • Call (479) 841-0465 to ask whether admission is per-person or per-vehicle.
  • Confirm which attractions are included in admission and which are extra charges.
  • Ask about group rates if you are planning a larger visit.
  • October Fridays (Fri 12pm-8pm) may have lower crowds than Saturday peak.

Who it suits

Good for

  • Families with mixed ages (toddlers through teens) who want activities spanning the full age range
  • Rope-course and zip-line enthusiasts; these attractions are uncommon at pumpkin farms
  • Photo families; sunflower and zinnia fields are mentioned explicitly
  • Fayetteville residents who can visit within a 7-minute radius
  • Afternoon and evening visitors in October, when the Friday-Sunday Friday evening hours (Fri 12pm-8pm) extend your window

Skip it if

You need a published price before visiting. Rivercrest does not show rates in visible sources, and the property's size and attraction roster suggest variable pricing by activity. Call (479) 841-0465 to confirm costs before committing.

Common questions

How much is admission?

The farm does not publish rates in visible sources. Call (479) 841-0465 to confirm 2026 pricing.

How big is the corn maze?

8 acres, which is substantial. Plan on 45 minutes to over an hour depending on your pace and comfort level.

Are zip-lines and ropes course included in admission or extra?

Not specified in available sources. Call the farm to confirm pricing and any height/age restrictions for adventure attractions.

What are the best photo spots?

Sunflower and zinnia fields are explicitly mentioned. Late September and early October are likely best for flower color.

When is Rivercrest Orchard (McGarrah Farms) open in 2026?

September 12 – November 1, 2026. September: Sat-Sun. October: Fri-Sun. Days vary by season.. Hours: Sept: Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-6pm. Oct: Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10pm-7pm.

How much does Rivercrest Orchard (McGarrah Farms) cost?

Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.

Where is Rivercrest Orchard (McGarrah Farms)?

2991 South Dead Horse Mountain Road, Fayetteville, AR 72701, in Washington County. It is one of 2 patches we track in Northwest Arkansas.

Other patches near Fayetteville

There are 16 other patches we track in Washington County. All Northwest Arkansas patches →

Quick facts

SeasonSeptember 12 – November 1, 2026
Days openSeptember: Sat-Sun. October: Fri-Sun. Days vary by season.
HoursSept: Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-6pm. Oct: Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10pm-7pm
AdmissionNot published
CountyWashington County
RegionNorthwest Arkansas

Sources

rivercrestorchard.com · pumpkinpatches.com

Checked August 2026.