Vengeance in the Valley at Gaines Farm
Haunted attraction · Guilford · Vermont
A haunted hayride and corn maze on a working Guilford farm two miles from the Massachusetts line, added to the family's fields six years ago. Wagons haul you into the dark before you're turned loose in the maze on your own, with scares built into both.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: October 14–October 18
Color builds from October 1 · mostly bare by November 6
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Vengeance in the Valley at Gaines Farm’s own coordinates and elevation (183 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Scenic drivePeak October 9
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Quechee Gorge
State parkPeak October 11
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Cold Hollow Cider Mill
Cider millColor nearby peaks October 11
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Don’t miss: Working rack-and-cloth cider press · Fresh cider doughnuts · Farm store with Vermont products
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Frequently asked
- When does Vengeance in the Valley at Gaines Farm peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 14–October 18 (best estimate October 16). Color starts around October 1 and is mostly bare by November 6.
- What is Vengeance in the Valley at Gaines Farm best for?
- Southern Vermont families near Brattleboro.
- How do I get to Vengeance in the Valley at Gaines Farm?
- Vengeance in the Valley at Gaines Farm is in Guilford. The closest city is Hartford, about 68 mi away. It's part of Vermont's fall lineup.
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