Fayetteville, AR is the perfect place to enjoy fall. With its mild climate and beautiful scenery, it’s the ideal spot to take a walk, check out a festival, or even go pumpkin picking. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite fall activities within driving distance.
4 Amazing Fall Activities in Driving Distance of Fayetteville, AR
Crystal Bridges Museum Trails
Hop in your spacious 2022 Telluride and see the colorful fall foliage at Crystal Bridges Museum Trails. The Crystal Bridges trails are must-see during the fall, with five miles of trails and gorgeous views of the Ozarks. Load your gear into the Telluride, and you’ll have plenty of space with foldable seats and 21 cubic feet behind the third row. Or use your available hitch-mounted bike attachment and enjoy a bike ride around Fayetteville.
The Crystal Bridges trails are perfect for beginners and experts alike. You can choose from short hikes with minimal elevation changes to longer trails that lead to beautiful waterfalls. Try the 1 mile Crystal Bridges Trail which features a walk through Overlook Gardens and an overlook area. This scenic trail connects with the 2.2-mile North Bentonville Trail, which forms an arc around the city’s north side.
Visit a Corn Maze
Visiting a corn maze can be a fantastic fall activity for the family. The 9-acre giant maze is full of twists and turns, so be prepared to get lost in a sea of green! If you’re feeling adventurous, bring a friend along and go on a spooky adventure through the maze together. The maze is designed so that you’ll need to work with friends to get out.
The corn maze at Farmland Adventures in Springdale is full of fun surprises, like secret passageways and question-and-answer games. You can also visit their pumpkin patch, where they have pumpkins for sale. They have wagon rides, pony rides, and a petting zoo!
Fayetteville Film Festival
One of the most popular events is the Fayetteville Film Festival, which takes place every fall. The festival is a great way to see some of the best independent films from around the world. It has everything from short films to feature-length movies, with genres ranging from drama to horror. The festival also includes panels where filmmakers can talk about their work and answer questions from attendees about how they made their films.
The Fayetteville Film Festival takes place over four days at various locations around town. You’ll be able to see screenings of new independent films, documentaries, shorts, and more. There will also be workshops led by industry professionals so that you can learn how to make your own films.
Lights of the Ozarks
One of the best ways to experience Fayetteville is through the Lights of the Ozarks! This is an annual event at Fayetteville’s Downtown Square that you don’t want to miss out on! The Lights of the Ozarks are an impressive display of lights and music that runs from late November until January 1st.
If you’re looking for something fun to do this fall, check out one of these many fun activities in Fayetteville. Visit Crain Kia of Fayetteville while you’re out. We’ll gladly set up a test drive of one of our fantastic vehicles.
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