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You Can’t Help But Fall In Love With This Arkansas Peach Paradise

Peach Pickin' Paradise in Arkansas offers a picturesque orchard experience with various peach varieties and seasonal events.

Published Mar 26, 2018

Written by 

Carol Ann Carson

It's a wonderful day when Arkansas' picturesque beauty and agricultural endeavors can come together. As the weather continues to blossom into spring, we're eagerly awaiting for peach season. We may be a bit early for fruit picking but that doesn't mean a trip to Pickin' Peach Paradise will be a waste. No matter if it's for backdrop snapshot or in-season pickin's, let's take a tour of this peachy keen orchard.

Some of these captures came from the members of our Facebook group, Arkansas Nature Lovers. You should join for your chance to be featured and to discover why there’s nothing better than Arkansas’ stunning nature.

It may look like a page from a fairy tale but this dazzling field of color is actually a real place in Arkansas.

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The orchards are located at 1901 McGuire Rd. in Lamar.

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Peach Pickin' Paradise just kicked off the year with their annual Bloom Blast.

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The hardest workers at the orchard are the bees. After they finish pollinating, the pretty pink fields will transform.

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The fields will blossom from peachy-perfect photo backdrop to a pick-your-own orchard around June.

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Arkansas farmers grow more than 10 million pounds of peaches every year, according to the Arkansas Farm Bureau.

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It may not be quite as many as Georgia's 130 million pounds per year but it's still our state's largest fruit production.

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Pickin' Peach Paradise carries about ten different varieties of peaches.

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They have nectarines, too!

It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned picker...

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...or fresh off the vine (er, tree), everyone can enjoy a visit to Peach Pickin' Paradise.

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To stay updated on when the different peach varieties become available, just follow the Peach Pickin’ Paradise Facebook Page.

Have you taken a trip to Peach Pickin' Paradise before? Do you plan on visiting this peachy season? Share your experience with us in the comments below!

You may be familiar with the restaurant that serves peaches from Peach Pickin' Paradise, it's the oldest general store in the state.

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We Can’t Get Enough of This Small Town Farm in Arkansas With Sunflower Fields and a Pumpkin Patch

Plan a day trip to Schaefer's Pumpkin Patch in Mayflower to enjoy the fall activities including u-pick pumpkins, sunflower fields, and more.

Published Sep 30, 2024

Written by 

Melanie Johnson

I know I am not alone when I say that fall is my favorite time of year. Between the family-friendly activities and the vibrant colors of the season, I can’t get enough of it. Visiting pumpkin patches has become a tradition for my family. I especially love it because there are tons of fall activities that everyone can enjoy including petting zoos, hayrides, u-pick pumpkins and sunflower fields. That and more is what you can expect when you visit Schaefer's Pumpkin Patch in Mayflower, AR. If you want to take your autumn season to the next level, then plan a day trip to this charming small-town farm in Arkansas.

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Just 25 miles north of Little Rock, you’ll find the tiny town of Mayflower Arkansas. It’s a pretty little town of just over 2,000 residents that’s surrounded by rivers and lakes.

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If you’ve never been to this small town before, now it’s your chance to plan a trip here to visit one of the best pumpkin patches in Arkansas. For 25 years, Schaefers and Collins Pumpkin Patch has been a place for families to create new fall memories. 

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The fun activities as well as the photo opportunities, make it a great place to spend an autumn day. 

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Like to pick out your own special pumpkin? You’re in luck because you can do that here. There are acres of pumpkins of all sizes as far as the eye can see. 

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Not to mention the sunflower fields that are bursting with those vibrant blooms. 

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But the fun doesn’t stop there folks. The kids as well as the big kids will love the playground, pony rides, corn pit, and sandbox.

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Don’t skip over the train ride around the massive sunflower fields. They’ll love that, too.

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Plus, there will be barnyard friends waiting for you to pet them.

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To capture these fun fall memories be sure to have your camera. There will be several places around the farm to take some pics. As you can see, you’ll have lots of activities at this small-town farm in Arkansas that you and your family will enjoy. 

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What is your favorite pumpkin patch in Arkansas to visit during the fall season? What do you like the most about it? Tell us below. 

Be sure to visit the Schaefers and Collins Pumpkin Patch website or follow Schaefers and Collins Pumpkin Patch Facebook page for pricing and dates for their upcoming fall activities. 

Searching for seasonal decoration to spruce up your yard? Check out some of our top picks for fall decor.

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The One Arkansas Ranch Where You Can Pet And Feed Adorable Alpacas

Published Aug 8, 2024

Written by 

Melanie Johnson

I have a serious confession to make. Sometimes, I prefer hanging out with animals more than hanging out with humans. Don't judge me, but animals are so cute, how could you not love them? One of the most adorable animals on this planet is the alpaca. And if you have never petted or fed one, now is your chance to do so at Blowing Oaks Ranch in Batesville, Arkansas. Not only can you feed these cuddly creatures, but you can also throw a party with them as your special guests. How cool is that? Hanging with the alpacas is an unforgettable animal encounter in Arkansas that you need to experience for yourself. Plus, the kids will love it, too!

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Visiting the Blowing Oaks Ranch in Batesville is an experience of a lifetime. The ranch is home to the most adorable alpacas in Arkansas.

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The alpacas are cared for by owners John and Caren who have dedicated their lives to providing a pleasant sanctuary for the cute animals.

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Call ahead at (870) 291-1777 to book a tour of the ranch and they'll teach you a lot about raising and breeding alpacas.

Fuzzy, cute, cuddly, and yes, they are known for spitting, but how could you not immediately fall in love with these friendly creatures.

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Each alpaca has its own personality, goofy, and fun to be around. Just look at that face.

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The kids will love petting and feeding their new fuzzy friends...

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...and of course, the kids at heart will love them, too.

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Playing with these cuddly pals will remove all your worries in the world. It's a great activity for the entire family.

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Best of all, you can book an alpaca-themed party at the ranch and have the alpacas as your special guests. Talk about a memorable experience, right?

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The next time you're searching for a place where the entire family will love or somewhere for your next event, we recommend that you visit the Blowing Oaks Ranch for this amazing animal encounter.

Would you take your family to Blowing Oaks Ranch for this memorable animal encounter in Arkansas? Or have you been to the ranch before? Tell us in the comments below.

And if you want to make this a weekend-long activity, here are some fun things to do in Batesville. Plus, we found an affordable hotel in town with lots of amenities.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/arkansas/walkable-town-day-trip-ar/

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