5 Things to Do in Monticello This Fall

Looking to make the most of your time outdoors this fall in Minnesota? Aside from family weekends at Voyageurs National Park, here are 5 things to do in Monticello, MN in the fall that will get you in the mood for the season, courtesy of Cornerstone Auto!

Pick a Bushel of Fresh, Locally-Grown Apples

Whether you’re looking for fun things to do in the fall with friends or family, you can’t go wrong with picking fresh local produce. Best of all, you’ll enjoy the spoils of your labors together.

• Pine Tree Apple Orchard, an orchard and activity center in White Bear Lake committed to sustainable growing techniques. Pick apples and strawberries, and then check out family-friendly weekend fun like pony rides, wagon rides, a corn maze, and pumpkin picking.

…or a Basket of Berries

• The Strawberry Basket, where you can collect pints of fresh-grown strawberries and blueberries right here in Monticello, and then head home with a jar of local honey.

Hay Rides, Trail Rides, and More

Whether you’re an experienced rider or a total newbie, trail riding is one of our favorite things to do in Monticello, MN in the fall. Fortunately, locals have plenty of options:

• Bunker Park Stable, when you can test out your abilities on horseback near Coon Rapids. Bunker Park offers a full range of horse riding programs and activities to the public. All abilities and skill levels welcome! 
• Pony Party Place, the perfect place for persons planning parties with ponies. All jokes aside, this one-woman show was established by Terry Taylor, an experienced equestrian and mother to a severely disabled son. Activities at Pony Party Place are rooted in her interest in the language and communication benefits of therapy riding.

The Halloween Runup

Looking for fun things to do with kids in the fall that are a short drive from Elk River? Halloween festivals offer a crowd pleasing range of activities. On the other hand, adults might enjoy delving into the paranormal side of All Hallows’ Eve:

• Downtown Halloween Trick-or-Treat, sponsored by the Downtown River’s Edge Business Association, is an Elk River family favorite. Starting at 11:00 a.m. on October 25th, kids can costume up and hit the pre-Halloween trick-or-treat trail.
• Intro to Ghost & Spirit Energies, a class for those interested in the paranormal. Hosted by certified energy healing practitioner Suzanne Worthley at the White Bear Lake Area School District Center, this introductory class will teach you how to clear and balance the energies around you.

Sweetest Corn, Biggest Jack-O-Lanterns

Pumpkin-picking: perhaps the most quintessential of all fall activities in Monticello, MN. Support local business and get your Jack-O’Lanterns, pie pumpkins, gourds, and more.

• Mosher Farm & Gardens, a Monticello hobby farm where you’ll find super-sweet corn, giant pumpkins, and lots more fresh locally grown produce and fall decor.

Stop by Cornerstone Auto Group for Auto Essentials This Fall

If it’s time for your car’s regular maintenance check-up, make a quick stop at Cornerstone Auto Group before you hit the road for some family fun. Contact us today for car-care tips and tricks and Coon Rapids-area recommendations!