New Jersey is known for its bountiful farmland, and the pick-your-own farms dotting the state offer opportunities for many hours of family fun. These New Jersey farms are overflowing with acres of beautiful flowers, including camera-ready zinnia and lavender fields.

Sunflower fields in New Jersey offer a particular treat for fans of the long-stemmed plants during its long growing season, which typically lasts from mid-July through October. In the fall, some farms host sunflower mazes, sunflower trails, and even sunflower festivals. Read on for everything you need to know about spending a day of flower-picking in New Jersey and bringing home a fragrant assortment of blooms. 

If your family also gets excited about picking your own produce, check out our Pick Your Own Guide to Farms in New Jersey, which includes our stories on picking strawberries in late spring, peaches in the summertime, and apples in the fall. 

At New Jersey petting zoos, you and your family get to spend time outdoors while visiting cute, cuddly animals. In addition to seeing chicks, calves, lambs, bunnies, and piglets, kids can often pick fruit and vegetables. Some farms even host events where kids can watch cows being milked or take in another demonstration, like learning how cheese and bread are made.

Read on for more than a dozen of our favorite NJ petting zoos. 

If your kids are obsessed with trucks, diggers, and all things construction as mine are, then Diggerland USA in West Berlin, New Jersey, is a must-visit! This unique construction-themed amusement park is a child's dream come true, offering hands-on experiences with real machinery in a safe and fun environment. Designed for little builders ages 2 and up, Diggerland provides an unforgettable day of adventure for the whole family.

My 2-year-old son and I recently visited Diggerland USA, one of the unique amusement parks in New Jersey and had an absolute blast! If you're searching for a one-of-a-kind alternative to traditional amusement parks this summer, a trip to Diggerland is definitely in order.