There's a moment every fall when the air turns crisp, the rain starts to settle in, and suddenly everyone you know is planning a trip to the pumpkin patch. That moment has arrived. One of the best parts of living in Seattle is how close we are to farm country, and this time of year the fields from Snohomish to Buckley are dotted with orange. Whether you're after a quiet wander through the rows or a full day of hayrides and corn mazes, here's where to find your pumpkin this season.
Heading North to Snohomish
Bob's Corn and Pumpkin Farm
Snohomish | Through November 1
If you want pumpkins in every shape and size, Bob's delivers, with about 70 varieties growing across four fields and 45 acres of rolling hills. The Fall Festival rounds things out with seasonal food, a corn maze, barn dancing, a cow train, and yes, an apple cannon.
Craven Farm
Snohomish | September 19 to November 1
With 43 years in business, Craven Farm knows how to fill a fall weekend. Beyond the patch, you'll find human foosball, an Alice in Wonderland inspired pumpkin mini golf course, a cow train, and an inflatable jump pad for the kids.
Stocker Farms
Snohomish | September 19 to October 31
Stocker goes big, with around 30 attractions packed into its annual fall festival. Think hayrides, a zipline, a trike track, a bubble barn, a candy cannon, and plenty of photo-ready backdrops if you're hoping to refresh your feed.
Swans Trail Farms
Snohomish | September 12 to October 31
You'll know you've arrived when you spot the carts overflowing with apples and seasonal produce. The u-pick patch is a classic, and new this year is the Great Harvest Glow, an evening stroll along a pumpkin-lined path lit up after dark.
Out East in the Valley
Fall City Farms
Fall City | Weekends, September 26 to October 31
This one keeps the focus right where it belongs: on the pumpkins. Mini doughnuts and hot cider will keep you going, and once you've found your pick, stop by to see the farm animals and a tiny house built (mostly) out of pumpkins.
Remlinger Farms
Carnation | September 26 to October 31
Remlinger feels less like a quiet farm and more like a fall adventure park. With 25-plus activities, including pony rides, go-karts, and a giant slide, plus an onsite brewery for the grown-ups, it's an easy place to spend the whole day.
South Sound Favorites
Carpinito Brothers
Kent | September 25 to October 31
More than 20 acres of u-pick fields mean you can find everything from a tabletop gourd to a serious carving pumpkin. Grab one of the provided wheelbarrows, then head to the Farm Fun Yard for animals, a hay maze, and a little cow roping.
Pfaff's Old Time Farm
Auburn | Dates to be announced
Family-run since the late 1950s, Pfaff's lets its pumpkins grow wherever they please, turning 30 acres into a bit of a treasure hunt. Vintage trucks and old farm machinery around the property add to the old-school charm. Keep an eye on their website for this year's dates.
Knutson Farms
Sumner | October 3 to 31
Best known for its rhubarb and flowers, this working farm switches gears each fall. It's a great pick for families, with plenty for kids to do, from the bubble barn to fireworks on Saturday nights.
Maris Farms
Buckley | October 10 to 30
Expect rows and rows of pumpkins, a popular corn maze, and u-pick fields where your dog is welcome to tag along. Wrap up the day around a campfire with a s'mores kit.
Before You Go
Dates and hours can shift with the weather, and some farms sell tickets online, so it's worth checking each farm's website before you head out. Wear boots you don't mind getting muddy, leave a little extra room in the trunk, and enjoy one of the best seasons in the Pacific Northwest. Happy picking!
This post was based on information found on Seattle Met.
