Pumpkin-Picking Patches Close To Southeast, Brewster

BREWSTER, NY — Fall officially started weeks ago in the Southeast-Brewster area, and that means it's time to start planning your family’s yearly journey to the country to find the best pumpkins.

There are a few weeks left to pick out a great pumpkin for a Halloween jack-o'-lantern. Many pumpkin patches offer free activities such as hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin patch 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 near Southeast and Brewster to visit in 2021:

• Dykeman Farm
• Bilmar Nurseries
• Castle Hill Farm
• Pierson's Farm
• Wilklow Orchards
• Lawrence Farms Orchards
• Wards Pumpkin Patch
• Wilkens Fruit and Fir Farm
• Fishkill Farms
• Outhouse Orchards
• Stuart's Fruit Farm
• Harvest Moon Farm and Orchard
• Apple Hill Farm
• Hurds Family Farm
• Greig Farm
• Harris Hill Farm
• Jones Family Farms- Pumpkinseed Hill Farm