Fall is pumpkin season, and that means it’s time to hit up a local pumpkin patch. Before I get into some of the best pumpkin patches in America, I want to encourage you to also just pick up a pumpkin from a local farmer or neighbor. The other day, I was driving around and saw a home on a farm that had a bunch of pumpkins for sale outside. You just had to pull up, place $3 in a bucket and pick a pumpkin. I so wanted to do it but didn’t have any cash on me, so hopefully I’ll make it back there before the season is over. In honor of the fall season, let’s celebrate some of the best pumpkin patches in America.
Best Pumpkin Patches
Country Mill Farms, Bakery, Orchard & Cider Mill in Charlotte, Michigan
The Country Mill in Charlotte, Michigan, offers a bakery, cider mill, orchard, pumpkin patch and farms. I love going to this spot every year, and I went early this season. Even though it was early, they already had lots of pumpkins waiting to be picked. A full day at this cider mill brings everything from apple picking to donut eating to posing by their sunflower field. It’s a Midwest staple.
“During the various seasons, you can pick your own apples, blueberries, peaches, sunflowers, and pumpkins at our 213 acre farm,” they note on their official website.
Kelder’s Farm in Kerhonkson, New York
Going out east, locals love Kelder’s Farm in Kerhonkson, New York. This place offers all kinds of pumpkin-themed fun, including pumpkin carving, decorating and roasting seeds. The general farms also has fun activities for the family, such as mini-golf, a corn maze, feeding llamas and more.
“The perfect farm fun experience for all ages,” Kelder’s Farm states on their official website. They note that they’re located right in the Hudson Valley, which is “a quick drive right for New York City, Albany and Kingston.”
Tate Farms in Meridianville, Alabama
Venturing down south, Tate Farms in Meridianville, Alabama, is a must-visit location. They offer many different varieties of pumpkins, plus random activities, such as riding a corn train, hanging out with barn animals, a carousel and more. Above all, their pumpkin farm is totally legendary. It’s one of the best pumpkin patches in the U.S.
Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch in Morgan Hill, California
Going out west, Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch in Morgan Hill, California, is a great place to find a big, round, orange pumpkin. “From our hay rides to our corn maze, our famous pumpkin blasters and so much more,” they state. “Enjoy quality time with family and friends as you experience all of the exciting activities Spina Farms has to offer.” They also have a lot of pumpkin-specific activities, such as pumpkin blasters, a corn maze, hayride and more.
Bob’s Corn and Pumpkin Farm in Snohomish, Washington
Bob’s Corn and Pumpkin Farm in Snohomish, Washington, has a great fall festival with all things pumpkin. The spot offers three pumpkin fields over 40 acres. They also have 60 different varieties of pumpkins, so if you’re a pumpkin snob, consider this a good spot.
Check out some charming cider mills across America to visit this season, too.