Popular Pumpkin Fields Around Berkeley

BERKELEY, NJ — Heading out to a pumpkin patch 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 cherished autumn tradition full of enjoyable activities.

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

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.

Here are some of the top pumpkin patches near Berkeley to visit in 2021:

• Argos Farm
• Battleview Orchards
• Countryview Farm Nursery
• Eastmont Orchards
• Happy Day Farm
• Indian Acres Tree Farm
• Red Wagon Farm Market
• Sahl’s Father Son Farm
• Snyder’s Farm
• Twin Pond Farm Garden Center