We are nearing the end of October. But there are still a few days left to have the best October day ever. How does one have the best October day ever? We think if you do all these things, it would qualify as just the most perfect fall day.
- Walk through Starved Rock State Park.
Peter Ciro/Flickr It is hands down the best place to see the colors change.
- Go on a hayride.
Konow’s Corn Maze/Facebook When is the last time you were on a hayride? It is one of the best ways to experience fall.
- Eat delicious pie.
Rule of Pie Bakeshop/Facebook Cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves…these are the distinctive flavors of fall. Get them all in a pie.
- Pick apples.
Rendleman Orchards/Facebook Participate in the harvest by eating your own apples that you have personally picked off a tree.
- Don’t forget your apple cider donut.
Kuiper’s Family Farm/Facebook These seasonal donuts are such a hit in Illinois, and you really owe it to yourself to try a few varieties to see which one is best. For science.
- Take a drive down Grand View Drive.
Tripp/Flickr While this drive is only a couple of miles long, it is one of the most scenic in the country. This is worth the trip to Peoria.
- Walk through a haunted corn maze.
Heap’s haunted Corn Maze/Facebook Okay, if you’re easily scared, it doesn’t have to be haunted. But getting a good scare means you are truly appreciating the season.
- Pick your own pumpkin and decorate it.
The Pumpkin Patch/Facebook Really, when is the last time you went to a pumpkin patch? Sure, it’s easier to get a pumpkin at a big box store, but pick your own this time - and make sure to carve it!
While you may not be able to get them all done in a single day, these fall activities in Illinois should definitely be on your to-do list before October is over.
Peter Ciro/Flickr
It is hands down the best place to see the colors change.
Konow’s Corn Maze/Facebook
When is the last time you were on a hayride? It is one of the best ways to experience fall.
Rule of Pie Bakeshop/Facebook
Cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves…these are the distinctive flavors of fall. Get them all in a pie.
Rendleman Orchards/Facebook
Participate in the harvest by eating your own apples that you have personally picked off a tree.
Kuiper’s Family Farm/Facebook
These seasonal donuts are such a hit in Illinois, and you really owe it to yourself to try a few varieties to see which one is best. For science.
Tripp/Flickr
While this drive is only a couple of miles long, it is one of the most scenic in the country. This is worth the trip to Peoria.
Heap’s haunted Corn Maze/Facebook
Okay, if you’re easily scared, it doesn’t have to be haunted. But getting a good scare means you are truly appreciating the season.
The Pumpkin Patch/Facebook
Really, when is the last time you went to a pumpkin patch? Sure, it’s easier to get a pumpkin at a big box store, but pick your own this time - and make sure to carve it!
Want to add an amazing fall foliage trip to your perfect October day? Here’s your guide.
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