ZANESFIELD FARM FIELD GUIDE
Farm-Fresh Summers at Marmon Valley: Hayrides, Pond Days and Pony Smiles in Zanesfield
A four-hour, admission-only summer event at Marmon Valley Farm where families can spend an afternoon on hayrides, miniature golf, pond swimming and paddle boating, pony rides and visiting dozens of farm animals.
Farm-Fresh Summers at Marmon Valley: Hayrides, Pond Days and Pony Smiles in Zanesfield.
Marmon Valley Farm in the hills of Logan County opens its pastures and ponds for Summer Fun Days, a four-hour, family-focused program that stitches together hayrides, miniature golf, waterfront time and hands-on encounters with dozens of farm animals on a smoke- and alcohol-free Christian camp property.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Scenic Hayrides Across Rolling Pasture
All afternoon hayrides thread through acres of countryside, giving families a relaxed way to take in Marmon Valley’s hill country setting during the four-hour Summer Fun Days event.
Pond Swimming and Paddle Boating
The property’s pond is open for supervised swimming and paddle boating during the event window—an easy, refreshing contrast to the farm’s land-based activities.
Animals, Pony Rides and a Play Barn
Admission includes visits with dozens of farm animals, access to the Play Barn and pony rides (included for ages 11 and under); trail rides are available for an additional fee.
What the day feels like
What an afternoon at Marmon Valley feels like
Summer Fun Days compress a handful of classic farm experiences into a focused four-hour window: families arrive and move between hayrides, miniature golf, pond activities and the Play Barn while children line up for pony rides and everyone wanders past dozens of animals—an intentionally wholesome, camp-style day that keeps things simple and family-centered.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day is right for—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack a camera to capture moments; wear shirts, shorts or pants and shoes outside the lake area. If you plan to swim, the facility requests modest one-piece swimsuits for waterfront participants.
Waterfront participants should wear modest one-piece swimsuits; outside the lake area standard casual clothing and shoes are required.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does Summer Fun Days last?
The event is a four-hour program.
When do the activities run during the day?
The listed activities—hay rides, miniature golf, swimming/paddle boating, trail rides and pony rides—run from 1PM to 5PM.
Are pony rides included with admission?
Yes; pony rides for children age 11 and under are included in the admission price. Trail rides are available for an additional cost.
Is there any paperwork required for riders?
Yes; all riders must have a completed riding waiver.
Can I get a refund if plans change?
No; all ticket sales are non-refundable.
What is the facility’s policy on smoking and alcohol?
Marmon Valley is a smoke-free, alcohol-free Christian camp facility.
What swimwear is required for waterfront activities?
The facility asks that waterfront participants wear modest one-piece swimsuits.