Plan the Perfect Fall Getaway in Lake County

Patterson Fruit Farm

Life's Better in a Sweater

We’re making plans on where to take a day trip or spend the weekend in Ohio to make the most of the autumn season! Looking for pumpkin patches, cozy drinks, autumnal boutiques or haunted corn mazes near Cleveland, OH?

🍂We’ve got you covered here in Lake County with all things pumpkin spice and everything nice. 🍂


Fall Day with the Fam

Regal Vineyards Adventure Farm

Get Lost In A Corn Maze

Bring the whole family out to a local corn maze and enjoy autumn days filled with fun and flavor. Get lost in the twists and turns of unique mazes and make memories all season long!

Learn more at our blog, Corn Maze Blog

Patterson Fruit Farm

Find Your Pumpkin and Go Apple Picking At Local Farms

Spend an afternoon visiting Lake County farms, farmstands, and marketplaces for apple picking, apple cider slushies, and local seasonal produce including PUMPKINS!

Learn more about our farms in NE Ohio


Lake Metroparks Farmpark

Enjoy a Day on the Farm at Lake Metroparks Farmpark

Lake Metroparks Farmpark is a working farm and education center located in Kirtland, Ohio. Farmpark features dairy cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, rabbits, horses, alpacas, and goats, a plant science center, farm machinery exhibits, playground and more. Horse or tractor-drawn wagons provide visitors rides to all destinations throughout the park. Wagons are handicap accessible.

2025 Skeleton Grove

Get Spooky with the Skeleton Grove At The Holden Arboretum

This fall, the forest comes alive in the most unexpected way. Wander through Skeleton Grove at The Holden Arboretum, where towering, artist-designed skeletons strike playful poses among vibrant fall foliage.

A group of twelve foot skeletons has found a new home in the Main Display Garden, creeping towards the Corning Visitor Center. The horticulture team insists they’re friendly, but you’ll have to find out for yourself. Each skeleton has its own style and personality. Come find your spooky best friend!

September 19 – November 1,2026
Included with admission


Out With The Friend Group

Trick or Treat In the Grand River Valley

Enjoy the harvest with us in the Grand River Valley and experience autumnal menus, seasonal cocktails, and fall-inspired events! Savor the last few sunny patio days or cozy up before the fireplace with your favorite glass!

Dinner and a Thrill with Regal Vineyards

  • Join Grand River Cellars and Regal Vineyards for the annual Dinner and a Thrill Package! Stop at Grand River Cellars for dinner before visiting the Haunted Winery for an evening of chills and thrills.

Adult Trick or Treat Wine and Cocktail Trail

  • Ghouls just wanna have fun! We’ve conjured up a great time in the Grand River Valley with an Adult Trick or Treat! Enjoy 2 wine samples or a mini cocktail and a fall-themed or ghoulish appetizer at select wineries for $9 per person at each location!

Harvest Crush Tours

For more winery-centric events, check out our Grand River Valley Wine Events Calendar.

The Holden Arboretum

Get Lost In Nature

Explore the Canopy Walk at the Holden Arboretum. Stroll along 500-foot-long elevated walkway that rises 65 feet above the forest floor. Walk amongst the treetops, and appreciate our forest from an entirely new perspective.

Find one of our 6 Fall Hikes To Explore in Lake County


Book a Historic Tour of NE Ohio’s First Winery

Enjoy a guided historic tour through the century-old brick mansion that was once home to N.E. Ohio’s first winery. Hear the stories behind its past, explore a piece of local history, and maybe even encounter one of the mansion’s longtime residents. Make sure to grab a tasting tray before you leave!

Explore Downtown Willoughby with a Ghost Tour

Join us on a lantern-lit tour of the haunted historic district of Downtown Willoughby, Ohio! Come experience a Willoughby many don’t realize exists, where ghostly haunts connect with history, legend, mysteries and suspense.


Where to Stay & Get Cozy

Book Your Luxury Cabin at Standing Rock Farms

Your next weekend getaway in Ohio’s Wine Country is waiting for you! Book a scenic fall getaway with a luxury cabin in the woods at Standing Rock Farms, a secluded 360-acre estate farm with wild flowers, orchards, Highland cows, and wilderness saunas!

Need more reasons to check it out? Read our 10 Reasons To Stay At Standing Rock Farms

Dine in at The Hungry Ghost and Book Your Room

Plan an intimate Latin seafood bar and dining experience tucked beneath Julia’s 1902 and the Willoughby House!

Inspired by Chef Jose’s Guatemalan roots and Anna’s Mexican heritage, the menu features shareable small plates, fresh seafood, and handcrafted Latin-inspired cocktails in a cozy, hidden setting.

Enjoy Lake Erie Fireside at Vincent William Wine

Experience the charm of lakefront luxury. Book your stay today and immerse yourself in a serene escape, surrounded by the beauty of vineyards and the tranquil shores of Lake Erie.

Guests will have access to the pool, concierge services, and a delightful made-to-order breakfast with coffee, juices, and mimosas.


Are you interested in joining our list? Email elyse@tourlakecounty.com to learn more about how to partner with Tour Lake County~

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