Pumpkin Picking Fields Near Salem

SALEM, MA — Going to a pumpkin patch 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 practice full of enjoyable activities.

Many pumpkin patches offer complementary activities like hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids. Picking your own pumpkin also is a good way to benefit the local farms that grow them.

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

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

• Berlin Orchards
  
• Connors Farm
• Coppal House Farm
• Cucurbit Farm
• Little Brook Florist & Garden Center
• Pakeen Farm
• The Pumpkin Farm