Petting zoo, hayrides, u-pick, gem mining
West Maple Farm in Monsey is a seasonal working farm with a petting zoo, hayrides, vegetable u-pick, gem mining, mini excavators, and live honeybee tours that require advance booking. The farm is open daily during operating season with no reservation needed for general admission, and serves the Rockland County Jewish community with kosher-friendly programming during Chol Hamoed and school holidays.
Outdoor · Not recommended under 5 for bee tours
The farm closes for winter; check hours before visiting as it operates seasonally with specific closure dates listed on the website.
Honeybee tours require advance booking by phone and are not recommended for children under 5.
Plan for 5-6 hours of activities; the farm includes a play area, petting zoo, hayrides, digger zone, and u-pick vegetables all in general admission.
Open daily with no reservation required for regular farm admission, but groups and private reservations need to call ahead.