Seacoast Farms Offer Fall family Fun as U-Pick Season Begins
WELLS, Maine – As the leaves begin to turn, families across the Seacoast are gearing up for a fall tradition: visiting local farms for U-Pick produce, hayrides, and seasonal festivities. Spiller Farm in Wells, Maine, and other area farms are now open for the season, offering a variety of activities and fresh harvests for visitors of all ages.
The annual return of fall farm experiences provides a vital connection to local agriculture and offers families a chance to create lasting memories. With rising costs impacting everyday life, these outings present an affordable and wholesome way to enjoy the autumn season, supporting local businesses while accessing fresh, healthy food. Many farms, like Spiller Farm, cater to school groups, providing educational opportunities alongside the fun.
Spiller Farm, a family-owned operation dating back to 1894, spans over 110 acres in Wells. Currently, 30 acres are dedicated to row crops, with an additional four acres each for strawberries and apples, and one acre for raspberries, alongside hay fields and pastures. Owners like Anna Spiller emphasize the importance of the apple harvest, stating, “That’s what brings the people in.”
Visitors to Spiller Farm can pick their own apples, raspberries, and pumpkins, as well as purchase pre-picked vegetables like zucchini, summer squash, tomatoes, and peppers. Tomatoes are currently priced at $1.89 per pound,with a discounted rate of $1.39 per pound for purchases exceeding 25 pounds.
Beyond the U-Pick offerings, Spiller Farm features an on-site store with pizza, sandwiches, and beverages, a dedicated picnic area, a play area for children, and tours showcasing the farm’s Hereford beef cattle. The farm is open daily through late October, with weekday hours from 1 to 5 p.m. and weekend hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information, visit spillerfarm.com or call (207) 985-3383. Spiller Farm is located at 85 Spiller Farm Lane, Wells, ME 04090.
