The Top 11 Places to Go Pumpkin Picking in Rockland County, NY & Nearby
Your kids will have a blast going pumpkin picking in Rockland County, as well as these nearby orchards and farms in Orange, Ulster, Dutchess, and Bergen counties.
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Why we love it: You can pick your own eco-certified or organic apples.
3. Greig Farm
227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook
845-758-8007
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Hours: Pumpkin picking typically begins mid-September and continues through early November: daily, 9am-7pm.
Admission: No entry fee. Pay only for what you pick by the pound. 2021 prices will be announced soon.
Bring friends and family together and spend an afternoon picking pumpkins. This pick-your-own farm in the Hudson Valley has been family run since 1942. While the farm does cut many of the pumpkins off the vine for you, you may find one still on the vine. Have fun cutting it yourself with a set of garden shears.
Why we love it: We can’t get over the gorgeous photos of the farm on social media.
Pumpkin Picking Near Bergen County, NJ
1. Alstede Farms
1 Alstede Farm Lane, Chester
908-879-7189
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Hours: daily, 9am-6pm (last admission to pick-your-own is 5pm). Pumpkins anticipated to be available mid- to late September. Check the website for updates.
Admission: Exact prices for pumpkin picking not available yet. Check the website to make reservations in advance online (it’s a little cheaper than purchasing at the door and guarantees your entry)
Alstede Farms offers orange and white pumpkins, munchkins, gourds, and assorted winter squash—all available in u-pick! Pony and tractor-pulled wagon rides are offered daily (for an extra fee). Plus, you can visit with and feed some of the farm’s animals.
Why we love it: Corn, sunflower, and evergreen mazes are on-site and included with pick-your-own admission.
2. Demarest Farms
244 Wierimus Road, Hillsdale
201-666-0472
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Hours: Sept. 18-Oct. 31, Thursday-Sunday, 8am-5pm. Visits limited to your reservation time frame. Arrive promptly at your scheduled time. If you arrive late, you’ll still be asked to leave at the end of your reservation time.
Admission: Use the online reservation system: $7 ages 2 and older (includes free parking and entrance to the pumpkin patch), plus $12 for the largest pumpkin that you pick. Free for children younger than 2.
Open since 1886, this farm is a staple in Bergen County. Hayrides still aren’t being given right now, so wear shoes for walking on uneven surfaces. No outside items allowed including strollers, backpacks, and purses. Pro tip: Come later in the day and stay for the Halloween Light Show, a drive-through experience available Sept. 17-Oct. 31 (advanced reservations required).
Why we love it: Save room for the farm’s delish apple cider doughnuts, washed down with fresh apple cider.
3. Secor Farms
85 Airmont Ave., Mahwah
201-529-2595
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Hours: Pumpkin picking typically goes from mid-September until the end of October, daily, 9am-4:30pm. Check the website for details.
Admission: Pricing varies depending on size of pumpkin.
Walk to the decorated pumpkin patch to find the best pumpkin to take home. Scattered in the pumpkin patch, you’ll also find fun decorations for photo ops. In addition to pumpkins, it carries a large selection of gourds, jack-be-little pumpkins, corn stalks, and Halloween decorations. And don’t forget the corn maze!
Why we love it: Check out the farm’s market, which carries a variety of New York state apples, fresh-pressed apple cider, and homemade apple cider doughnuts.
4. Stony Hill Farms
15 North Road, Chester
908-879-2908
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Hours: Late September-October, daily, 10am-5pm (last entry is at 4pm). Call or check Facebook for u-pick availability.
Admission: Entry fee starts at $7.99 (online). Pumpkins range from $2.99-$19.99
In addition to picking pumpkins, general admission guests can enjoy hay rides to fields (available weekends only), picnic areas, the Barnyard Board Game, Tile Maze, and Noah’s Ark Playground. And if you choose a higher ticket option, you’ll get access to the giant and mini corn mazes and trike racing.
Why we love it: As if there weren’t already enough fun in store, you can also add on gem mining and duck races.
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