Best Boston Area Pumpkin Patches (Picked by Parents)

Kristy Pepping said:  Davis is a 7th generation family-owned farm. They have an area of the farm called, The Courtyard. Families will find a guest services center, souvenirs, picnic areas, games, restrooms and food options here. They also have an area for pumpkin picking. Mega Maze, their corn maze is spread over eight acres and can take anywhere from 30 minutes to three hours depending on your skills. There are even games and restrooms inside the maze! The other major activities are laser tag and a zip line.

Kristy Pepping said:  Tougas Family Farm has been family-owned and operated since 1981. They sell and offer you-pick options for several fruits and veggies. During the fall, come to their farm and pick out your pumpkin. Afterwards, head to the barnyard for some animal interactions or play on their playground. They also have yummy baked goods and donuts.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  The farm offers more than 10 varieties of apples over the picking season and a giant corn maze that is not to be missed. Hayrides, a pumpkin patch and a farm animal viewing area are also available. After enjoying a picnic lunch you can enjoy a hike with the family on the Bolton loop trail that runs through the farm's property.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  This family run apple and pear orchard set amongst rolling hills offers weekend haywagon rides to the orchards, barnyard animals to visit and a pumpkin patch to pick out the perfect pumpkin. They also have pumpkin painting, face painting and pony rides to add to the fun.

Kristy Pepping said:  This 4th generation owned farm is just 30 miles outside of Boston and offers vegetables and fruits. You can either to choose to purchase these in their store or pick-your-own. Westwood provides a wagon ride out to pick-your-own pumpkins during their fall season.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  In addition to apple picking, Honey Pot Hill offers three different hedge mazes to tackle with the family - The Big Green Monster, The Mini Monster and the Tunnel Maze. Once you've found your way out, hop on board for a hayride and then check out the adorable farm animals by the farm store.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Shelburne Farm grows an astonishing 80 varieties of apples including several heirloom species, plus several types and sizes of pumpkins. Hayrides around the farm are offered daily and on the weekends you can enjoy live music, food trucks, antique cider press demonstrations and several kids activities including pedal tractors, hay mountain, tot hay maze and a tractor playground!

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Drew Farms has a family-fun atmosphere set among amazing views of the fall foliage. On weekends you can grab a free tractor ride to their apple orchard, enjoy live music, roast your own s'mores and purchase apple cider donuts. Their large pumpkin patch makes for a great backdrop for family photos! Their annual Pumpkin Light features hundreds of carved jack-o-lanterns displayed throughout the orchard.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Parlee Farms offers pumpkins of all sizes in their pumpkin patch, and over 20 varieties of pick-your-own apples on their dwarf trees. Other farm fun during the season includes the hay play area comprised of large hay bales arranged in a maze pattern, young children can take a spin around the track on one of the electric tractors and the whole family will love feeding and petting over 70 young farm animals including the goats high up near the trees!

Kristy Pepping said:  This farm has a rich history. It was started by Irish immigrants in 1884. Today, they offer several fruits and vegetables for sale. During the fall, pick out your pumpkin to carve. They also have a barn where children can interact with animals like goats and a hen. Plus, Wilson's offers a hay maze, potato cannons and even a costume contest.

Kristy Pepping said:  Pakeen Farm grows many vegetables and fruits onsite. They also offer a comprehensive C.S.A. program. Every fall, they hold their Fall Harvest which is a great chance to pick those family pumpkins. For food options they have donuts and apple cider. Plus, a small maze perfect for all kids.

Amanda Banta said:  Family owned and operated Nihtila Farm is a South Shore favorite for families. You can pick pumpkins from the fields where they're grown, take a hayride around the grounds and visit with the goats, pig, chickens and other animals that live at the farm. Bring your camera because Nihtila always sets up a festively decorated spot that offers you a perfect picture opportunity. Nihtila accepts only cash.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Pick your own pumpkins and apples along with free hayrides and a kids picnic and play area.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  On weekends beginning mid-September through the end of October, the farm runs fall festivals which include apple picking, pumpkin picking, a petting zoo, live music, ice cream, cider donuts, BBQ and more! Hayrides to the apple picking are offered and during picking season dogs are allowed in the orchards as long as they are leashed.

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Apple picking is the most popular event at the farm and they offer a huge variety of apples to choose from. You can pick your own pumpkins from the fields or choose from a selection of already picked pumpkins at the farm stand. In order to pick pumpkins, visitors must take the hayride to the fields. Cider donuts are baked fresh and sold at the farm store along with apple cider, fruits, vegetables and fall decorations. Stop to visit with the farm's horse, chicks, goats and other animals as part of your visit as well.