Pumpkin-Picking Patches Around Mission Viejo

MISSION VIEJO, CA — Summer is coming to an end, but autumn has plenty to offer, including fun-filled activities at pumpkin patches near Mission Viejo.

Not only will you get a chance to pick out the perfect Halloween pumpkin, but many pumpkin fields offer free activities like hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin farm is moderately safe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website for guidelines and hours of operation.

Here are some of the top pumpkin farms around the Mission Viejo area to visit in 2021:

• Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch
• Bates Nut Farm
• Enchanted Pumpkin Patch
• Fallbrook Pumpkin Patch
• Masterpiece Pumpkins
• Peltzer Pumpkin Farm
• The Pumpkin Factory
• The Wickerd Farm

Did we miss your favorite pumpkin patch? Let us know! And, remember, bring your water, sunscreen and camera!