What better way to get into the fall spirit than to visit a pumpkin patch? San Diego weather might not be very fall-like at the moment, but a PSL and a visit to one of North County San Diego’s many pumpkin patches will definitely give you that fall vibe! Check out some of my favorite pumpkin patches below.
Bates Nut Farm
Where: 15953 Woods Valley Road Valley Center, CA 92082
When: September 21nd to October 31st
Hours: Mon to Fri 9 am–5 pm | Sat & Sun 8:30 am–6 pm
With over fifty years of fall traditions and memories, this historic farm is a must-visit pumpkin patch. Besides the pumpkin patch, there is a straw maze, pony rides, petting zoo, local food vendors, and more. Visit on the weekend for live entertainment or check out their late nights on the farm on October 11th and 18th from 3pm to 8pm.
Lavender Hill Pumpkins
Where: 1509 E Mission Rd Fallbrook, CA 92028
When: September 27th to October 31st
Hours: Fri 2 pm–5pm | Sat & Sun 10 am–5 pm
With over 10,000 organically grown pumpkins in three dozen varieties, The Lavender Hill Pumpkin Patch has any pumpkin you could want. This family-owned pumpkin farm even names some of their pumpkins! They’re open Friday–Sunday throughout the month of October, as well as October 29th– 31st for some last minute pumpkin shopping. Check out this farm and grab a variety of pumpkins!
Cannon Stand Carlsbad Strawberry Fields Pumpkin Patch
Where: 1050 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
When: September 27th to November 2nd
Hours: Daily 9 am– 7 pm
If you’ve never been to the Carlsbad Strawberry Fields, make this year your first (and definitely not your last) trip! Every fall, the Carlsbad Strawberry Company holds a U-Pick Pumpkin Patch for all of your pumpkin needs. Take a visit to pick up a pumpkin or swing by on the weekend for games and food.
Del Mar Pumpkin Station
Where: 1555 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del Mar, CA 92014
When: September 27th to October 31st
Hours: Sun to Thurs 9 am–7 pm | Fri & Sat 9 am–9 pm
The Pumpkin Station has locations all around San Diego. More than just a pumpkin patch, the Pumpkin Station at Del Mar includes two giant slides, train rides, an antique carousel, and more! Take the whole family for a whole day of fun.
Rancho Bernardo Pumpkin Station
Where: 13421 Highland Valley Rd. Escondido, CA 92128
When: October 1st – October 31st
Hours: Daily 9 am–6 pm
In addition to the Del Mar location, The Pumpkin Station also has a Rancho Bernardo location. With a petting zoo and an 8’ fall corn maze, this location is a great choice for a fun weekend outing with the family.
The Farm Stand West
Where: 2115 Miller Ave., Escondido, CA 92025 & 1980 Summit Dr., Escondido, CA 92027
When: October 1st – October 31st
Hours: Daily 10 am–6 pm
The Farm Stand is hosting a you-pick Pumpkin Patch at both of their farm locations: Farm Stand West and Fran’s Original Farm Stand. The Fall Festival at Farm Stand West has been going on since 1979, with hay rides and more.
Mr. Jack ‘O Lantern’s Pumpkins
Where: 6710 La Jolla Blvd. San Diego, CA 92037
When: Open October 5th
Hours: Mon to Thurs 11 am– 8 pm | Fri 11 am– 9 pm | Sat & Sun 10 am– 9 pm
With plenty of family friendly activities such as a haunted maze, corn hole, and pumpkin bowling, Mr. Jack ‘O Lantern’s Pumpkin Patch is fun for the whole family. Check out this family-owned pumpkin patch for a day of fun!
Client Appreciation Party & Fall Festival
Where: 13030 Ashley Falls Dr. San Diego, CA 92130
When: Saturday, October 19th
Hours: 1 pm– 4 pm
Last but not least! It might not be a pumpkin patch, but this party has pumpkins galore! Join me at my client appreciation party on October 19th in Carmel Valley. In addition to food and drinks, games, and a bounce house for kids, there will also be pumpkins to take home! You can RSVP via the evite link here.
These are some of my favorite pumpkin patches. Do you have a favorite pumpkin patch in San Diego? Let me know in the comments below!
