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The Top 10 Pumpkin Patches in America

October 02, 2020

By: Felicia Feaster

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Get into the fall spirit with a visit to a pumpkin patch. Yelp users have spoken, and these are their favorite pumpkin destinations to pick up their seasonal gourds.

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Tis the Season for Decorative Gourds

It's an annual fall rite of passage: a trip in the suddenly brisk air to the local pumpkin patch to source the perfect gourd for carving or for a festive tablescape. Yelp readers have rounded up their top 10 favorite pumpkin destinations in the country, so read on to see if your state's patch rates.

Also known as the Texas Pumpkin fest, this Austin pumpkin experience allows you to bring your pet during the week to grab some cute snaps of your furry beloved with the pumpkins. Weekdays-only there are paint-a-pumpkin activities. This Yelp favorite also offers refreshments and plenty of options to keep parents and children entertained.

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10: Texas Pumpkin Fest — Austin, Texas

The Austin Texas Pumpkin Fest experience allows you to bring your pet during the week to grab some cute snaps of your furry beloved with the pumpkins. Weekdays-only there are paint-a-pumpkin activities. This Yelp favorite also offers refreshments and plenty of options to keep parents and children entertained. Open Sept. 26-Oct. 31 for the 2020 season.

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9: Summers Farm — Frederick, Maryland

A circa 1934 former dairy farm, this Maryland seasonal favorite features farm animals, pig races, a corn maze and pick-your-own pumpkin patch and the usual fall treats like cider and apple cider donuts. Open Sept. 19-Nov. 8

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8: Battleview Orchards — Freehold, New Jersey

An on-site shop offers baked goods including crowd-favorite warm cinnamon apple and apple cider donuts, Dutch apple pie and the chance to select apples and pumpkins for your fall decor and recipes. Estimated pumpkin picking season opens Sept. 19

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7: Stakey's Pumpkin Farm — Riverhead, New York

Come for a picnic, pick your own pumpkin, sample some cider and spend the day at this popular New York farm. Opening Day Sept. 19, 2020

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6: Papa's Pumpkin Patch — Sherwood, Oregon

Caramel and kettle corn, great pumpkin options, friendly staff and an uncrowded, old-fashioned farm atmosphere make this a beloved destination for those looking for a wholesome — and affordable — fall activity. Opens Sept. 19

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5: Milky Way Farm — Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

Pumpkins are just one of the options at this Pennsylvania farm where the Chester Springs Creamery also offers an array of delicious, homemade ice cream as well as a farm shop offering fresh produce and honey from local bees. Open Sept. 26-Oct. 31

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4: Andelin Family Farm — Sparks, Nevada

Gem mining, hay rides, pony rides, farm animals, this Nevada pumpkin patch and farm seems to have it all for fall fun. Open Sept. 26-Oct. 31

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3: Tuttle Orchards — Greenfield, Indiana

This apple farm is also a prime pick for pumpkin sourcing and features unique treats like cider slushies, pumpkin donuts and caramel apples as well as brats and pulled pork at the cafe on site. A farm stand offers plenty of produce and seasonal options. Open Sept. 26-Oct. 31

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2: Krolls Fall Harvest Farm — Waukegan, Illinois

Feed the goats, chickens and alpaca, experience the corn maze and pick up some pumpkins and gourds at this charming family-owned farm. Open Sept. 19-Nov. 1

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1: Venegas Family Farm — Ontario, California

There's no admission charge at this classic, old-fashioned pumpkin farm where you just pay for the pumpkins. Yelp fans like the lack of frills like hay rides and baby animal feeding and seem to enjoy this quaint farm's back-to-basics, friendly vibe. Opens Oct. 1