Haystack Hill at Lewis Adventure Farm

Welcome to Haystack Hill at Lewis Adventure Farm

Situated on the eastern edge of the farm, the site we proposed and was agreed, is located on the sloped embankment between the flower/pumpkin house and the prairie dog enclosure. It leverages the natural charm of the existing woodland backdrop and replaced the existing ‘blackhole slides’ with two striking, multi-level play silo’s.

These new structures create a dynamic and visually captivating addition to the area, offering an exciting upgrade to the play experience. But it's much more than just two silos.

The Play Silos are a ground-breaking play intervention designed to elevate the outdoor play experience. At their heart are two striking multi-levelled play towers which redefine adventure with their dynamic design and interconnected features. These tower structures are seamlessly linked back to the embankment by fully accessible walkways, ensuring a welcoming experience for visitors of all abilities.

The Silos contain a range of play opportunities to hold the attention of guests, including bridges, interactives, and a plethora of climbing apparatus. From the bottom of the towers, a ground-based playful link meanders through the landscape, guiding visitors back onto the path to continue their 700-acre adventure tour.

Initial sketches

Once we had thoroughly understood the site itself and the visitor flow, the design for the play silos emerged as an idea and was well-received in the proposed location.

Creating more detailed layouts

For us, beauty is always far more than skin deep, and our speciality is in creating tons of opportunities to play within and around the structures we design and build. We found this very early on that a treehouse very quickly becomes just a shed up a tree unless there is play built in. You can see from the images below how this works in reality.

Replacing the black slides

As you can see below, the new Haystack Hill replaces the older black slides. There was a fair amount of groundwork to create a flat platform on which to build and allow the deep layer of the protective safety flooring across the whole site.

Five generations of farming fun

Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo, located in New Era, Michigan, is a destination for family fun and animal encounters. With a site that stretches over 700 acres of picturesque countryside, it offers a unique blend of hands-on experiences, challenging and exciting activities and close up interactions with over 100 animal species.

Whether you’re exploring the interactive zoo, picking seasonal fruits, enjoying the giant jumping pillows, or navigating the challenging corn maze, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Perfect for families, school groups or anyone seeking an unforgettable outdoor adventure. The whole offer combines education, entertainment, and rustic charm for a day full of memories.