Premier Snohomish Valley agritourism destination with a 12-acre Washington-shaped corn maze and 50-acre pumpkin patch—plan multiple hours or a return visit to use it all.
The Farm at Swans Trail is the flagship pumpkin destination in the Snohomish Valley, and the scale of it shows. A 12-acre corn maze shaped like Washington state, a 50-acre pumpkin patch, apple orchards, ziplines, jumping pillows, and farm animals on a single property. This isn’t a quick stop—it’s an all-day operation designed to keep families busy for hours.
The signature draw is the maze. It’s not a novelty walk; it runs 4.5 miles through the corn with over 250 labeled roads and landmarks matching actual Washington geography. If you or your kids enjoy puzzle-solving and exploration, you could spend 90 minutes to two hours just navigating it. Families who tackle it often brag about the accomplishment. First-timers should expect to get lost (intentionally) at least once.
Beyond the maze, the farm offers a genuine agritourism experience: a 50-acre pumpkin patch with multiple varieties, an apple orchard with picking opportunities, fresh apple cider donuts made in a farm cider mill, hay pyramids, jumping pillows, ziplines, and a kids’ obstacle course. There’s also a farm animal area and duck races, which suggest this operation is built around extended family time, not just pumpkin grabbing.
The farm is ranked #7 apple orchard in the nation by SIXT travel company, which contextualizes why they’re listed under both apple orchards and pumpkin patches. This is a real working farm that has developed entertainment infrastructure rather than a pumpkin festival that happens to sell some produce.
Plan 4–5 hours if you want to genuinely explore the maze, pick pumpkins, and try a few other activities. If you’re visiting with young kids (ages 3–5), the maze will frustrate them; the jumping pillows, hay pyramid, and animal area are more their speed while older kids tackle the maze. If you’re coming with a mixed-age group, divide and conquer: send the older kids and adults into the maze while someone supervises the playground activities.
The cider mill and donuts are worth trying—these are made fresh on-site from the farm’s own apples, not reheated from a cooler. Expect farm food pricing; it’s not cheap, but the quality justifies it.
This is the Snohomish Valley’s best-known pumpkin destination, and that’s visible on weekends. October Saturdays and Sundays will draw crowds, especially early-to-mid October when fall color peaks and everyone’s looking for weekend activities. Parking fills up; if you arrive after 11 a.m. on a peak weekend, you might be in a back lot.
Mid-week visits (Tuesday–Thursday) cut the crowd and the wait for the maze, allowing you to actually enjoy the walk and spot details. The trade-off is that some activities might be quieter but the overall infrastructure isn’t always fully staffed mid-week—confirm hours and what’s operating before you drive out.
Snohomish Valley sits west of the Cascades, where rain is frequent in October. Field parking turns to mud, and the corn maze trail can be muddy too. Bring waterproof boots and a rain jacket even if the forecast looks clear. Layered clothing is smart—sunny October days warm up quickly, but shaded sections of the maze can feel cool. Water bottles are essential if you’re tackling the maze; 4.5 miles is a real walk, and dehydration sneaks up.
The farm had not published 2026 opening dates or admission prices as of late August. Call (425) 334-4124 or check their website for current rates. Assume activities beyond the pumpkin patch (ziplines, obstacle course, apple picking) are either bundled or add-ons. Frame your visit budget once you have pricing.
This is the marquee Snohomish Valley experience if you want a serious, multi-activity farm day. The maze is genuinely impressive, the infrastructure is solid, and the setting is beautiful. Go mid-week if you can, plan 3–4 hours minimum, bring rain gear, and don’t skip the cider donuts. It’s a long drive from Seattle, but it delivers on the promise of a full day out.
Peak weekends early to mid-October; visit mid-week if available to avoid crowds and to focus on the maze without family jams.
4–5 hours for a full visit (maze, pumpkin patch, rides, food); 2–3 hours for pumpkins only.
Ranked #7 apple orchard in the nation; expect significant weekend crowds in October. The maze is the major draw.
Farm field parking; typical west-of-Cascades terrain means expect mud if rain precedes your visit.
Corn maze requires walking 4.5+ miles of trails; not wheelchair accessible. Ziplines and obstacle courses have physical demands.
You want a quick 30-minute stop, prefer free or low-cost admission, or cannot handle crowds on peak weekends.
Snohomish town (3 miles away) has shops, restaurants, and is charming for a pre- or post-visit stroll. Worth combining for a full weekend day.
The maze runs 4.5 miles of trails with 250+ roads labeled after Washington state. Completion takes 1–2 hours depending on path-finding ability and group size. It's a serious maze, not a quick walk-through.
The farm had not published 2026 pricing or bundling as of late August. Contact them at (425) 334-4124 for current rates and whether activities are included or add-ons.
Apple picking is listed as a separate activity on the record. Assume it's an add-on; confirm when you call for pricing.
The farm has a cider mill producing fresh apple cider donuts on-site. Expect typical fair food at premium prices. Bringing your own lunch and eating at picnic tables is common practice at large farms.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
7301 Rivershore Rd, Snohomish, WA 98290, in Snohomish County. It is one of 4 patches we track in Snohomish Valley.
We track 4 patches in Snohomish Valley. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.
What sets it apart locally: it has farm animals, a market, bakery or taproom, which most Snohomish Valley patches on our list do not.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 0 of the 4 patches we track in Snohomish Valley had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
There are 3 other patches we track in Snohomish County. All Snohomish Valley patches →
Checked August 2026.