Vernon

Davison Orchards in Vernon is a family-friendly destination where admission to the farm is free, making it an easy stop for families exploring the area. Kids can visit the Crazy Cow Kids Corral, meet farm animals, and explore a working orchard. The farm offers a full day of fun with toy tractors, tire swings, duck races, and tractor-pulled train rides through the orchard. Parents can enjoy local eats from the Farmhouse Café, real fruit ice cream, and shop for handmade goods, produce, and baked treats in the Country Village.

Davison Orchards Playground in Vernon features the Crazy Cow Kids Corral, a free 1-acre playground packed with farm-themed fun for kids ages 2–10. Little ones can explore hay bale tunnels, climb into a treehouse, dig in the sand, race rubber ducks, and play on real tractors. The play area is open during regular farm hours and is a great addition to a visit at this popular orchard. Families can also visit the nearby animal barn to see farm animals, making the playground a fun stop during a visit to the orchard.

DND Playground in Vernon is a large and well-equipped space featuring multiple slides, tunnels, climbing features, spring riders, swings (including a basket and bucket swing), and a spinner. With a wood chip surface, nearby benches, and centrally located washrooms, it’s a convenient spot for families. Surrounded by fields for soccer, rugby, and more, it’s a great place to pair playtime with outdoor sports.

At Élodie's Playhouse Café, families can expect a clean, welcoming space designed for both kids and parents. A soft play area with climbing structures gives younger children a safe place to explore, alongside a pretend play area featuring a market, vet clinic, school, and townhouse. Parents can relax with coffee while kids stay engaged nearby.

​Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Vernon is a family-friendly hotel featuring an indoor pool with a three-story waterslide, hot tub, and complimentary hot breakfast.

Girouard Park is a great little neighbourhood spot with a solid playground set up for kids of all ages. There’s a mix of climbing structures, monkey bars, swings, slides, and a wavy climbing wall that’s a fun challenge for adventurous climbers. The playground is set on wood chips and has lots of open space for running around. One of the nicest features of this park is the small creek that runs through it.

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If you’re visiting Historic O’Keefe Ranch, be sure to stop and visit the farm animals at this popular attraction – it’s a favourite among the kids! The ranch is home to a variety of animals, including sheep and miniature goats, as well as birds. You may even find a few animals roaming the property! While there, take the stairs above the Greenhow Museum to view their impressive model railway display.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vernon offers a comfortable family stay with an indoor pool, a relaxing hot tub, and a complimentary hot breakfast to start your day.