Best East Haven Area Pumpkin Patches

EAST HAVEN, CT — Heading out to a pumpkin field to pick the biggest pumpkin isn’t just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern. It’s a chance to head out with the family in a cherished fall custom full of enjoyable activities.

Picking your own pumpkin is a good way to benefit the local farmers who grow them. Many pumpkin patches offer free activities like hayrides, corn mazes and games for the children.

It’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website for coronavirus-related guidelines and hours of operation.

Here are a few pumpkin patches in the East Haven area to visit in 2021:

• Shore Line Trolley Museum Pumpkin Patch
• Rose Orchards in North Branford
• Bishop's Orchards - The Little Red Barn and Pumpkin Patch in Guilford