Jessie & Ben
Things To Do
Mike's Maze
Acclaimed corn maze and other unique activities such as 'potato blasting.' 20 minute drive from downtown Northampton
Apple Picking
Park Hill Orchard - Easthampton (12 minute drive from Northampton) Bashista Orchards - Southampton (15 minute drive from Northampton) Appex Orchards - Shelburne Falls (30 minute drive from Northampton)
Ice Cream at Local Dairy Farms
Flayvors of Cook Farm- Eat local ice cream and pet the cows who helped make it. 10 minute drive from downtown Northampton. Hadley Scoop at the Silos- this creamery includes a farm store with local goods, music, and a variety of farm animals. 10 minute drive from downtown Northampton.
Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
Short out-and-back hike to see views of the valley. 15 minute drive from downtown Northampton
The Botanic Garden of Smith College
Explore 127 acres of arboretum, 6-acres of outdoor managed gardens, and a 12,000 square foot conservatory. Walking distance from downtown.
Historic Deerfield
An outdoor museum that captures the history and culture of an authentic 18th-century New England village. 20 minute drive from downtown Northampton.
Norwottuck Rail Trail
Scenic path for walking and biking. 3 minute drive to bridge at 446 Damon Road or access the path behind Familiars Coffee and walk 30-minutes to reach the bridge.
Breweries, Wineries & Cocktail Bars
The Tunnel Bar - downtown Northampton Northampton Brewery- downtown Northampton Fort Hill Brewery- Easthampton (9 minute drive from Northampton) Black Birch Vineyard- Hatfield (12 minute drive from Northampton) Tree House Brewing - Deerfield (20 minute drive from Northampton)
Coffee Recommendations
Familiars Coffee & Tea (large indoor/outdoor seating space) - downtown Northampton Cafe Balagan - downtown Northampton Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters - downtown Northampton Esselon Café and Coffee Roasting - 5 minute drive from downtown