Fall isn’t complete without at least one trip to a pumpkin patch. Discover eight unique pumpkin patches around the U.S. that will spark family travel inspiration for the season.
Located 30 miles outside of Portland, this Oregon city celebrates Halloween all month long! St. Helen’s hosts a variety of epic events including: a great pumpkin, costume contests, happy hours, celebrity meet-ups and tractor rides. Nearly 10,000 visitors head to St. Helen’s every October, so be sure to plan your family’s trip in advance. The Best Western Oak Meadows Inn is located in the center of the city, with other locations found in nearby towns.
Open since 1987, Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch is a staple for Los Angeles locals. This pumpkin patch draws in crowds from hours away, bringing a serving of seasonal spookiness to Southern California’s Halloween festivities.
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Will you be celebrating Halloween in the Lone Star State? Drive to the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden to find more than 75,000 pumpkins at the Tom Thumb Pumpkin Patch. The spot also offers a Pumpkin Village, hosting special events including a hay bale maze and scavenger hunts.
A trip to this pumpkin patch has become a family tradition for many Nebraskans. This locally-owned farm grows nearly 55 acres of pumpkin patches to fill their annual Fall Festival spectacular. Head to Valas Pumpkin Patch during the month of October for caramel apples, haystack rides and a wholesome family experience.
This pumpkin patch runs from mid-September to mid-October, bringing nearly 30,000 pumpkins, gourds and corn stalks to the farm. More than 70,000 visitors attend Papa’s Pumpkin Patch to enjoy activities of all ages. Travel tip: Thursdays are Dollar Day at Papa’s, admission is only $1 a person!
If you’re looking for the perfect background for a Halloween Instagram picture, Pastorino Farms is the spot for you. This photogenic pumpkin patch is located in Half Moon Bay, a sleepy coastal town just south of San Jose. Visit the farm for train rides, a haunted house and, of course, the perfect pumpkin.
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Michigian is a wonderful place to celebrate the changing leaves, cooler weather and fall activities. Visit Three Cedars Farm in Northville, a small town located just outside of Detroit, to pick pumpkins and test your skills in a seven-acre corn maze. The farm also offers cozy bonfires and adventurous hayrides.
Baugher’s Orchard is the go-to spot for the D.C. area. This picture-perfect farm offers apple and pumpkin picking for all-ages to enjoy, as well as an on-site bakery offering various homemade baked goods including warm apple fritters.
Every one of these cities is filled to the brim with seasonal spirit and each one has a Best Western Hotels & Resorts location nearby. Book your Halloween trip using Best Western Rewards to begin earning free nights fast, exclusive member rates and more.