Pumpkin-Picking Patches Near Northport

NORTHPORT, NY — 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 Northport?

Mid-September can be a great time to pick up pumpkins before the October rush. Plus, many pumpkin patches offer free hayrides, corn mazes and games for kids.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field 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.

Below are some of the top pumpkin farms in the Northport area to visit in 2021:

• Elwood Pumpkin Farm
• Albert H. Schmitt Family Farm
• Schmitt's Family Farm
• White Post Farms
• Brightwaters Farms