Fall is here, and, in case you haven’t heard it already 1,000,000 times, that means it’s time for all things pumpkin. Before you go running for the “psl”, let us tell you about some places nearby where you can pick a great big pumpkin of your own right from the source. And here are some recipes you’ll need to whip up a little pumpkin spice somethin’ of your own.
Here’s the round up of pick your own pumpkin patches near Charlotte.
Hunter Farm
13624 Providence Rd, Weddington, NC 28104
You don’t have to go far for the full farm experience. Hunter Farm in Weddington is perfect for those excited first time pumpkin pickers. Built in 1868 and run by the Hunter family for 5 generations, the farm is open to the public for you-pick pumpkins from September 27th to November 16th. A small admission fee includes a hayride, visit to the petting barn ​and ​a small pumpkin from the patch.​
Patterson Farm
10390 Caldwell Road Mount Ulla, NC 28125
Pick your own pumpkins are just the beginning at Patterson Farm. Hop aboard a pumpkin patch tour or a hayride for plenty of fun and a good photo op. Shop their market for fresh goodies to take back home. They have something planned every day through Nov. 6, use their calendar to plan your visit.
Carrigan Farms
1261 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28115
Carrigan Farms is the perfect place to bring the crew for an authentic pumpkin patch experience. They grow tens of thousands of pumpkins each year! On Saturdays and Sundays in October, take a hayride to the pumpkin patch, where a $10 ticket includes the ride and your very own pumpkin you pick straight from the patch. Be sure to stop in their farm market for other fresh produce before you head out.
Hodges Farm
3900 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215
Hodges Farm is another close by option for the full fall experience. Start off by challenging family members to a race through their hay maze, then wander through the barn area. On weekends, join in on a hay ride or pony ride before picking your own pumpkin.
Hall Family Farm
10713 Providence Rd W, Charlotte, NC 28277
This family owned and operated farm is proud to be opening its doors for another Fall season of pumpkin pickers. Activities include a five acre corn maze, pick your own pumpkin patch, hay rides and kids activities.
Riverbend Farm
12150 McManus Rd, Midland, NC 28107
Holy pumpkin. Riverbend Farm is growing 20 acres of pumpkins perfect for picking. Now in their 24th year of business, the farm is home to fun activities like their Super Silo Slide and Triple Grain Bin Slide, wagon rides, animal barn, picnic areas and old-fashioned ice cream for purchase.
Wise Acres Organic Farm
4701 Hartis Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079
Pick your own pumpkin, get lost in the corn maze or hop aboard a hay ride at Wise Acres. Just outside of Charlotte, this farm is the go-to for many families for their organic pumpkins. While you’re there, stop by the market for other local, organic produce and products.
