Pumpkin Picking Patches Close To Richfield

RICHFIELD, MN — Going 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 favorite fall tradition 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 farmers who grow them.

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.

Below are some of the top pumpkin fields near Richfield to visit in 2021:

• Anoka County Farms
• Barten Pumpkins
• Dehn’s Pumpkins
• Knapton’s - Raspberries Pumpkins & Orchard
• Lendt’s Pumpkin Farm
• Pinehaven Farm
• Schiltgen Farms
• Wagner Bros Orchards
• Waldoch Farm & Garden Center