Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms
Corn maze · Montana
A brand new corn maze cut into the fields at Grass Valley Farms outside Missoula, with three difficulty levels and more than five miles of paths. Between maze runs you can ride the barrel train, climb the giant hay slide, pick a pumpkin, and let the kids loose in the petting zoo.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: September 23–September 27
Color builds from September 10 · mostly bare by October 15
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms’s own coordinates and elevation (940 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms on the map
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Frequently asked
- When does Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for September 23–September 27 (best estimate September 25). Color starts around September 10 and is mostly bare by October 15.
- What is Missoula Fall Fest at Grass Valley Farms best for?
- Missoula families looking for a full fall afternoon.
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