Popular Pumpkin Patch Farms Close To Branford

BRANFORD, CT — If you’re ready to leave summer behind and embrace all the good things autumn has to offer, why not start with a fun-filled family outing to the biggest pumpkin patch or field near Branford?

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

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin patch is relatively safe, but mask and social distancing guidelines and hours of operation may change. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website.

Here are some of the top pumpkin farms in the Branford area to visit in 2021:

Strawberry Hollow Farm in Guilford is described as a hidden gem. And the place for a "once in a lifetime pumpkin." Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located at 2171 Boston Post Road, Guilford. 203-458-3579

• Bishop's Orchards - The Little Red Barn and Pumpkin Patch in Guilford is open now through Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. Admission is free. Fall Family Fun is here at the Bishop's Orchards Little Red Barn, so come to our Pumpkin Patch. Inside the Little Red Barn you will find fall seasonal decorations as well as perishable items. Due to COVID-19, our Fall into Fun Kid's Activities are limited to just the Apple Train. Cost is $2/person (tax included) and the train runs on weekends and holidays only. 1355 Boston Post Road, Guilford. 203-453-3328.

• Shoreline Trolley Museum in East Haven. Its pumpkin patch is open from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays from Oct. 2 through Oct. 31. Admission includes a trolley ride, grounds visit, one pumpkin and puzzle book for each child. Note that Per Covid-19 guidelines, all visitors, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear face coverings while on riding on the trolley. Located at 17 River St., in East Haven, call 203-467-6927 for more information and purchase tickets visit the website here.