We Found the Best Pumpkin Farms to Visit This Fall
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1) Bishop's Pumpkin Farm in Wheatland, CA
Started in 1973, Bishop's Pumpkin Farm is a working farm offering a ton of family-friendly activities come fall. From the largest U-pick pumpkin farm in the U.S. to a petting zoo and zip line, this Wheatland, California, farm has plenty of activities to keep your family outdoors and smiling.
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2) Pumpkin Hollow in Piggott, AR
From Horror in the Hollow and zip-lining to the Friendly forest and Pumpkin Hollow Putt-Putt, Pumpkin Hollow farm in Piggott, Arkansas, is packed with activities for every age.
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3) Siegel's Cottonwood Farm in Lockport, IL
Siegel's Cottonwood Farm is a fourth-generation farm in Lockport, Illinois, that's been in business since 1909. Catch a hayride out to the pumpkin field to take your pick right off the vine, or stay behind to enjoy the rides, farm animal petting zoo, and sweet treats.
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4) The Great Pumpkin Patch in Hayden, AL
With everything from music to pie and plenty of kids' activities, a trip to the Great Pumpkin Patch in Hayden, AL, is worth the drive. A hay pyramid will help get any excess energy out before the ride home, while the Pumpkin Patch Train is just the right speed for little ones.
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5) Angevine Farm in Warren, CT
If you were hoping to snap a few family photos for this year's Christmas card during your pumpkin-picking adventure, Angevine Farm is a good bet. The farm's pumpkin patch overlooks a series of stunning hills. After you've selected a few orange beauties, head to the Harvest Barn shop, where maple syrup and local honey await.
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6) Fifer Orchards in Wyoming, DE
Operated since 1919, this family farm hosts its very own Fall Fest and Cider Fest, and offers an excellent U-Pick experience. If pumpkins alone aren't enough to satisfy you, you can always stop by their country store, which is stocked with tons of fresh local produce, homemade ice cream, local honey, and more.
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7) Mike's Farm in Beulaville, NC
Pick pumpkins, then enjoy a meal at the fantastic, down-home restaurant at Mike's Farm—or enjoy a hayride! You and your kids can also spend some time with the farm animals here. There's so much to do at this gorgeous farm, which offers event space for weddings and large parties as well.
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8) Echo Hill Orchards and Winery in Monson, MA
This family-owned business doesn't just offer pick-your-own pumpkin events—there are also apples available! Wine tastings, a walk-through gift shop, and hand-poured candles add to the fun.
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9) George Hill Orchards in Lancaster, MA
"Owned by a family, for families" is the motto of this gorgeous Massachusetts farm, and after the first time you take your kids there, you'll see why. Pick pumpkins to your heart's content, then enjoy far-reaching views of the New England hills while snacking on fresh-from-the-oven pie.
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10) Fishkill Farms in Hopewell Junction, NY
The pumpkins alone—entire fields of them—are worth the trek. But it's the fresh, hot cider that'll keep you coming back for more, not to mention the stunning views from the back of the property.
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11) Harris Hill Farm in New Milford, CT
This family-owned farm is situated in the middle of lovely Litchfield County, home to a ton of other exciting attractions, restaurants, and quaint local shops. It's fairly easy to get to, assuming you live in the state, and the farm specializes in large, jack-o'-lantern style pumpkins (though they have plenty of different varieties of pumpkins and other vegetables to choose from).
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12) Salisbury Farm in Johnston, RI
You can visit Salisbury Farm any day of the week during the fall to pick your own pumpkins and enjoy a hayride. But personally, we're most excited about the fact that there's a llama here named Princess.
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13) Vala's Pumpkin Patch in Gretna, NE
This family-owned pumpkin farm in Gretna, Nebraska, has been a popular autumnal attraction for more than 32 years. Every year, the activity list grows, but there's one thing you can count on: their large u-pick pumpkin patch. Last year, they debuted their apple orchard and cider mill, which features orchard hay rides for families and cider tastings for grownups.
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14) McCall's Pumpkin Patch in Moriarty, NM
McCall's has it all! With an impressive pumpkin patch, 16-acre corn maze, scenic hay rides, produce market, and more, you can check everything off your fall bucket list in one place.
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15) Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm in Homer Glen, IL
Plan an action-packed afternoon outdoors at Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm in Homer Glen, Illinois. Kids can pick their very own pumpkins, let loose in the kernel-filled "Jimmy Cracked Corn Boxes," or participate in some messy fun with the farm's famous pumpkin chucker.
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16) Roloff Farms in Hillsboro, OR
Spend the day with the Roloff Family (aka the stars of TLC's Little People, Big World) at their Portland, Oregon, farm. Check out their pumpkin patch and kid-friendly adventure area, and don't miss out on taking a family photo in front of their pumpkin fun house.
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17) Studt’s Pumpkin Patch in Grand Junction, CO
While making a mess may be a no-go at home, kids can feel free to smash and smear all they want (with no cleanup required!) at Studt's Pumpkin Patch's "Pumpkin Smashing Pit." While you're at the Grand Junction, Colorado, farm, be sure to commemorate your trip with an autumnal family photo at their jack-o'-lantern house.
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18) Three Cedars Farm in Northville, MI
With hayrides, a u-pick pumpkin patch, a 7-acre corn maze, train rides, and rentable bonfire pits on the property, your group will find plenty to do at Three Cedar's Farm in Northville, Michigan.
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19) Craven Farm in Snohomish, WA
Starting in mid-September, Craven's Farm in Snohomish, Washington, kicks off their Harvest Festival with a 50-plus variety pumpkin patch, a 15-acre corn maze, hayrides, and much more. Kids will love using the farm's apple slingers, which propel apples up high across the farm.
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20) Heaven Hill Farm in Vernon, NJ
Heaven Hill Farm, New Jersey's largest pumpkin farm, is practically an amusement park. There, you'll find tons of rides and activities next to 365 acres of Vernon, New Jersey, farmland.
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21) The Great Pumpkin Farm in Clarence, NY
Get ready to see your kids' eyes light up when they see the Great Pumpkin's Farm's amazing pumpkin tower. Once you've taken your family photo in front of the Clarence, New York, attraction, head to the food and candy-packed "Pumpkin Palace" to load up on apple cider donuts and other treats.
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22) Peltzer Pumpkin Farm in Temecula, CA
If you’re looking for some more grownup fall fun, head to Temecula, California's Peltzer Pumpkin Farm, which doubles as a winery. Make plans for a farm-to-table dinner for date night or make it a family adventure with a trip to their pumpkin patch.
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23) The Pumpkin Patch in Portland, OR
Each year, the Pumpkin Patch reveals a new and elaborate corn maze. With more than 1 million pounds of pumpkins grown there and free hayrides offered daily, we have a feeling your family will want to make visiting this iconic Sauvie Island establishment a yearly tradition.
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24) The Flower Mound Pumpkin Patch in Flower Mound, TX
The Flower Mound's Pumpkin Patch is all about making memories with your family. Hay rides, bounce houses, hay bale mazes, and dozens of cartoon cutouts on the Flower Mound, Texas, property mean there are plenty of cute spots for snapping festive family photos. And don't forget to visit their adorable "Pumpkin House," which is a perfect backdrop for even more family snapshots.
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25) R.A.M. Farms Inc. in Turlock, CA
If you live in the Turlock, California, area, be sure to take advantage of R.A.M. Farm Inc.'s special "pumpkin scratching" offer. Before the end of September, you can request your name or a special message to be "scratched" into the pumpkin of your choice. It will "scar" over time and be ready for pickin' in October.
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26) Tom Thumb Pumpkin Patch in Dallas, TX
While there's technically no farm here, the Tom Thumb Pumpkin Patch at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is one of the best places in the Dallas area to nab fresh pumpkins. Every year, their crew artfully constructs arrangements of gourds and a series of adorable pumpkin houses in their "pumpkin village," making it one spot you can't miss.
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27) Walter’s Pumpkin Patch in Burns, KS
Beginning September 15, head to Walter's Pumpkin Patch in Burns, Kansas, for tons of fun fall activities. After you've found the perfect pumpkin from their u-pick patch, check out the corn maze, hayrides, farm animals, pumpkin cannons, slides, tree house, and more. Plus, teens and grownups will get a kick out of their haunted cannery hayride and nighttime flashlight maze.
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28) Linvilla Orchards in Media, PA
Folks, get ready to feast! With tons of fall foods—apple cider donuts, freshly baked pies, and seasonal produce—available on site, you'll definitely want to come to this Media, Pennsylvania, establishment with an empty stomach. For decades, families have been coming to Philadelphia's Linvilla Orchards for their selection of autumnal treats.
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29) Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch in Mt. Pleasant, SC
Best known for its starring role in The Notebook, this large low-country farm and historic plantation (where much of the movie was filmed!) in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, features a jam-packed lineup each autumn. Families will love Boone Hall's farm tours, corn mazes, and bountiful pumpkin patch.
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30) Cheekwood Estate in Nashville, TN
Head to Cheekwood Estate and Gardens in late September through October to check out their array of fall activities and sights. Each year, the historic Nashville, Tennessee, estate sets up a pumpkin patch, which also features a photo-worthy Pumpkin House, a beer garden, an array of scarecrows on display, a 5,000-plus mum garden, and the cutest attraction of all: a Halloween Pooch Parade.
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31) Cox Farms in Centreville, VA
Centreville, Virginia's Cox Farms is so much more than just a pumpkin patch. At their annual Fall Festival, you'll find tons of neat attractions for kids like slides, hayrides, a goat village, a tractor museum, and more. Plus, teens and adults should plan to stick around in the evening for their Fields of Fear festivities, which include a haunted hayride, a spooky forest trail, and terrifying corn maze.
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32) Hidden Creek Farms in Sunbury, OH
Starting on September 19, families can head to Sunbury, Ohio's Hidden Creek Farm's annual Fall Festival for hayrides, pony rides, pumpkin picking, pumpkin decorating, and more kid-friendly activities. You can even win a free pumpkin while you're there by making an impressive shot with their corn cannon.
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33) Mitchell Farms in Collins, MS
Stop by Mitchell Farms in Collins, Mississippi, to check out their pumpkin patch, sunflower field, and corn maze, or head to there on October 3–4 for their annual MS Peanut Festival. For two days, the farm will feature tons of fall festivities on the property including live entertainment, local vendor shopping, crafts, and more.
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34) Annabelle’s Fun Farm in Welch, OK
There's a reason this adorable venue is called Annabelle's Fun Farm. With bounce houses, corn mazes, candy cannons, hay rides, play yards, friendly farm animals, and, of course, a pumpkin patch filled with autumnal goodies, your family will be entertained for hours at this Welch, Oklahoma, farm.
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35) Country Pumpkins in Dry Ridge, KY
Better bring your camera! There will be plenty of photos ops at Country Pumpkins, an activity- and animal-packed farm in Dry Ridge, Kentucky's beautiful countryside. Once you've found the perfect pumpkin at their u-pick patch, your family can make your way over to their corn maze, hay maze, wagon ride, or petting zoo.
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36) Southern Belle Farm in McDonough, GA
Between their corn canons, pig races, corn mazes, pedal carts, barnyard animal area, and 15 more outdoor attractions, there's so much to squeeze in after your pumpkin picking adventure at Southern Belle Farm in McDonough, Georgia. Pack some extra snacks to keep your energy up or check out their country market for seasonal treats to munch on.
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37) Connors Farm in Danvers, MA
Both kids and grownups will have a ball at Connors Farm in Danvers, Massachusetts. While there are plenty of things to do and see if you visit during the week, there are even more fun activities offered on the weekends. Head there Saturday or Sunday for live entertainment, hay rides, pumpkin bowling, pumpkin picking, raspberry picking, tug-of-war competitions, and so much more.
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