Explore the 10 Best Pumpkin Patches in Virginia for a Great Fall Adventure

The only thing better than crisp mountain air, is crisp mountain air with the backdrop of vibrant fall foliage! Throw in a pumpkin patch, and you’ve got yourself a perfect fall. Virginia, with its glorious mountain ranges covered in lovely, vibrant leaves, has a slew of pumpkin patches that are ripe for picking your favorite future jack-o-lantern. 

Check out the 10 best pumpkin patches in Virginia for a great fall adventure this year. 

1. Liberty Mills Farm (Somerset)

Liberty Mills Farm is a family-owned and operated farm sitting on 125 acres. Established in 2010, Liberty Mills Farm offers gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The farm offers a fall corn maze, pick your own pumpkin patch, and pick your own strawberry fields. 

Liberty Mills Farm provides “Pumpkin Picking Etiquette” to ensure that all visitors have a great experience and treat the farm well. Based on the provided etiquette, it’s clear that Liberty Mills Farm takes great pride in offering its visitors a great fall experience. They also provide wheelbarrows to help transport heavy pumpkins and gourds. Liberty Mills Farm is open for the fall season from September 9 – November 11. 

2. Windy Knoll Farm (Mechanicsville) 

Windy Knoll Farm has been in operation for over 50 years. The farm encourages family memories, whether that’s with your kids or the family dog. This fact alone might make it one of the best pumpkin patches in Virginia. From blueberries to sunflowers to pumpkins and Christmas trees, Windy Knoll Farm will keep you coming back every season. 

Windy Knoll Farm has traditional jack-o-lantern pumpkins as well as some other crazy-looking gourds. The farm also offers professional photography sessions, if you want to capture your fall memories. 

3. High Hill Farm (Winchester)

High Hill Farm is recognized as a “century farm” by the state of Virginia because the farm has been in operation for over 100 years. The farm continues to be family-owned and operated. Nearly two decades ago, High Hill Farm began opening up to the public during the month of October for its annual Fall Pumpkin Festival. 

High Hill Farm’s annual festival offers a petting zoo, corn maze, a pirate ship jungle gym, and daytime hayrides. Be sure to visit The Packing Shed where you can pick out pumpkins, mums, apples, and other items to round off your fall adventure.

4. Sinkland Farms (Christiansburg)

Sinkland’s Farm began in the 1980s and for nearly 30 years, the farm has been opening its doors for its annual Pumpkin Festival. The farm is located on 125 acres of rolling hills and countryside, and it has been the location for many weddings and special events over the years. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sinkland Farms is picturesque and verdant. 

During the Pumpkin Festival, Sinkland Farms brings out the best pumpkin harvest. Hop on a wagon and visit the patch where you can pick out pumpkins, gourds, and squash in all kinds of shapes and colors. If you’re ready to pick out your “great” pumpkin, head to Sinkland Farms. 

5. Belvedere Plantation Fall Harvest Festival (Fredericksburg)

The Belvedere Plantation is nearly 300 years old and is over 600 acres. The Fulks family purchased the property in 1968, and since then, the farm has continued to grow crops and pumpkins. The Fall Harvest Festival and its Great Pumpkin Patch is the only time the farm opens to the public. During the fall, the Belvedere Plantation is open from September through November. If you’re ready to pick your own pumpkin, head over to the Great Pumpkin Patch at Belvedere Plantation.

6. Hickory Ridge Farm (Chesapeake)

From mid-September through the end of October, you can visit Hickory Ridge Farm for its Fall Festival weekends. During the fall, you can take a hayride or pony ride, visit The Farm’s Coffee Truck, or grab some hot cider donuts. During the weekends, you can pick your own pumpkins starting October 1. Pumpkins start at $0.89/pound with specialty decorative pumpkins starting at $0.99/pound. Hickory Ridge Farm is a quaint farm with an adorable little farm store that will photograph spectacularly. 

7. Yoder’s Farm (Rustburg)

Yoder’s Farm began as a tomato farm and quickly grew to add dairy as well as other crops. Eventually, the Yoder family decided to try out fall agritourism by adding corn, pumpkins, and other gourds. Today, you can pick your own pumpkins with some pumpkins starting at $1. Yoder’s Farm also sells all varieties and sizes of gourds for your picking. 

8. Snead’s Farm (Fredericksburg)

Snead’s Farm prioritizes sustainable farming practices, and the farm is known for its spring asparagus, fall pumpkins, and Christmas Trees. Snead’s also offers a CSA program to those wanting to support their farm. They also have a number of hiking trails that are open to visitors.

During the fall, the backfield of Snead’s Farm is open to pick your own pumpkins. However, be sure to return near Christmas to collect your family’s Christmas tree.

9. Round Hill Farm (Culpeper)

Round Hill Farm and the Pumpkin Patch is a 700-acre crop and cattle farm located right outside of Charlottesville. During the month of October, Round Hill Farm opens to the public. During your visit, be sure to check out the open-air market, which offers mums, apples, corn stalks, and a variety of gourds. 

When you’re ready to collect your pumpkin, hop on the tractor-drawn hayride to visit the Pumpkin Patch. There you’ll find hundreds of orange pumpkins ripe for the picking! Round Hill Farm offers the perfect fall adventure no matter your favorite fall activity.

10. Sarah’s Pumpkin Patch

Sarah’s Pumpkin Patch has incredibly humble beginnings. In 2010, the pumpkin patch started out of Sarah’s love of pumpkins. She also had a desire to educate about agriculture. When she began in 2010, she was only open for three weekends. Over time, both the pumpkin patch and the visitors have grown. 

You can make plans to visit Sarah’s Pumpkin Patch from September through October. The pumpkin patch is conveniently located next to the check-in tent. Be sure to check out Sarah’s and how she grew her pumpkin patch out of love. 

The Best Pumpkin Patches in Virginia 

No matter which part of Virginia you travel to, you’ll find a lovely pumpkin patch. Visiting a pumpkin patch is such a quintessential fall adventure, and Virginia does not disappoint with its available farms and pumpkin patch offerings. As the leaves begin to fall, be sure to visit one of these pumpkin patches and pick your own pumpkin this season!

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