Families fall for the harvest of pumpkins and more at Sweet Berry Farm

  • Coy Milstead and his family spent some time recently enjoying the sights, sounds and livestock at Sweet Berry Farm in Burnet County. Judith Shabram/The Highlander
    Coy Milstead and his family spent some time recently enjoying the sights, sounds and livestock at Sweet Berry Farm in Burnet County. Judith Shabram/The Highlander
  • The 2022 Texas Maze, seen here in an aerial image, at Sweet Berry Farm is comprised of 4 acres of Haygrazer grass that gets up to 10 feet tall in most areas. Visitors tour the labyrinth to see signs representing real places throughout the Lone Star State. Contributed photo
    The 2022 Texas Maze, seen here in an aerial image, at Sweet Berry Farm is comprised of 4 acres of Haygrazer grass that gets up to 10 feet tall in most areas. Visitors tour the labyrinth to see signs representing real places throughout the Lone Star State. Contributed photo
  • Payten Brewer and Ashlyn Shananfelt enjoy some time at Sweet Berry Farm in Tobyville during The Harvest of Falls Fun which welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Connie Swinney/The Highlander
    Payten Brewer and Ashlyn Shananfelt enjoy some time at Sweet Berry Farm in Tobyville during The Harvest of Falls Fun which welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Connie Swinney/The Highlander
  • Pumpkins are part of the hall harvest. Judith Shabram/The Highlander
    Pumpkins are part of the hall harvest. Judith Shabram/The Highlander

Following the strawberry season, Sweet Berry Farm is ablaze with 30,000 Zinnias ushering in fall fun for the entire family. There are hayrides, pumpkins for jack-o-lanterns, gourds for decorating, and the Pumpkin grill is open on weekends serving grilled corn, hot dogs, PB&J sandwiches, chips, and drinks. One of the more unique activities at Sweet Berry Farm, perhaps not available anywhere else, is the “Scarecrow Stuffing.”

For a nominal fee, you can stuff your own personal scarecrow. Head, shirt, and pants are provided. Another fall activity you won’t want to miss is the Texas Maze.

The field is planted with Haygrazer grass that can reach heights of ten feet, and the result is a four-acre field whose perimeter is the shape of the state of Texas.

Signs representing actual places within the state are in their respective locations inside the maze, and the object is to find them before you find your way out. Each ticketed person finding all destinations receives free water upon completion.

For the little ones, the less challenging Barnyard Maze, two and under are free, poses the problem of locating some of the farm’s lost animals.

Flower Power

You can pick your own flowers, and the price includes flowers, a vase, and water, or try your hand at a sand art necklace. The Sweet Berry Express Barrell Train is a favorite with kids, along with the Berry Bounce but don’t miss the Pony Rides on Saturday and Sunday. Pumpkin picking features the bright orange Cinderella, the dusty orange Fairy Tale, and white pumpkins, all in a selection of sizes and gourds from minis to super-sized. The gift shop is open on weekends and stocked with Sweet Berry Farm’s famous strawberry jam, local Fain’s honey, hats, t-shirts, and other gift items.

Farm Times

Sweet Berry hours are Monday through Saturday from 8:30 to 5:30 but closed on Wednesday. Most rides require ticket purchases thirty minutes before closing. The Texas Maze tickets must be purchased one hour before closing.

Iconic Family

Sweet Berry Farm has been a family-owned and family-run business since 1999 with the desire that everyone who stops by will enjoy the experience, even if it’s simply relaxing, sitting on a picnic table, and enjoying the view. Check the website at www.sweetberryfarm. com for hours and additional information.

Sweet Berry Farm is located at 1801 FM 1980 in Tobyville in Burnet County and welcomes visitors from near and far.

For more information, call 830-798-1462 or go to https://sweetberryfarm. com/.

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