We had an adventure day searching out You Pick Farms. Since…read morethis was the furthest farm, we started here then worked our way back towards the 828. What a beautiful drive up winding mountain roads. We got to see a deer jump away from the van as we rounded a corner and saved a little box turtle from the road. The Berry Farm is so lovely - the owners house sits atop the hill with a small shack greeting you right next to the berry field. There is a port-o-potty that wasn't totally disgusting along with a picnic table and a few chairs under a large shade tree. A sweet little creek ran between the home and field and would be a perfect spot to let the boys play. I knew the field would be closed (check their Facebook for updates on when the berries are ripe enough to pick) so this was mainly a trip to see the field and have a day out. They grow blackberries AND black raspberries (which were all picked clean). Hopefully next year I can get there early enough to try a black raspberry - blackberries are a bit too tart for me. If you love blackberries and raspberries, bring a sunhat, picnic and towel. Playing in the creek, having a nice lunch and picking the ripest berries sounds like a perfect summer day.

They are amazing caring people. I recommend a tour of the farm. Even though I have not been there…read moreyet but I have met them and they are very nice.

We had such an amazing time visiting Mt Gilead Farm! We messaged them through Facebook to arrange a…read moretime to go out to the farm and visit. My husband and I visited with our two young kids and had so much fun. We got to visit with the animals, learn about the property, and help feed the baby goats! We also got to sample some cheese made from goat milk. This is a working farm so be prepared for normal animal mess and to have to give many many pets to the dogs. Boots are recommended!

This is a neat little farm to stay at. It's a little hard to find in the dead of night, but after…read moreseveral missed turns we made it. Our cabin was cute and clean, but it got pretty cold at night. The little electric wall heater couldn't quite cut the chill. However, there were plenty of blankets available so you could just bundle up. The farm animals are pretty neat and you can pet just about all of them.

Myself, my daughter and grandson went to Franny's Farm for Earth Day! We had a great time! Nice day…read moreoutside listening to music and enjoying good food and company!

Great place for children of all ages. If you grew up around barn animals this farm would be…read morefamiliar. Started out with a visit to the pot bellied pigs. Then an in-depth presentation of the Alpacas and Llamas. Complete with petting. Next a stroll past several apple trees. Next their affectionate donkey, Dominick. A gorgeous view of the valley and mountains in the distance and finally goat feeding and their cows. Well worth the drive the time and modest fee.

If you have NEVER been to any sort of farm this may interest you. We were not impressed and…read morehonestly a little bored. Maybe it was the young female guide that seemed bored to be there. She was a nice girl and was not rude she was just not very informative about the farm - she told us more about a mule passing gas than she did about the history of the farm or the alpacas - many people had to ask questions to get any information. There were alpacas - couldn't touch them that day, there was a pot belly pig, lots of goats, one cow and 2 horses. The tour consisted of more walking around the farm than learning. I'm sorry - I just thought for the amount of time it took to get there and at 20$ per person it would be more informative.

Grab the friends and kids and hit the mountain farms! This one needs to be on your list. Live music…read moreand tasty pizza will be on the agenda for you, as well as a stroll through the flower garden or sunflower maze. Stunning views of the smoky mountains and ample seating for everyone. The produce selection is exactly what you would expect, what's in season and a few good jarred items.

Decided to take the family to pick some berries, and we made out like bandits! Easy parking, easy…read moreinstructions on how to go about everything, and yummy goodies inside. Will be back!