Pumpkin Picking Farms Close To Crofton

CROFTON, MD — 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 treasured autumn practice full of exciting activities.

Many pumpkin patches offer low-cost activities like hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids. Picking your own pumpkin also is a good way to support the local farmers who grow them.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin farm 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 is one of the top pumpkin patches in the Crofton area to visit in 2021:

Maryland Sunrise Farm/MD Corn Maze, 100 Dairy Lane, Gambrills