Seasonal & Holidays

Pumpkin Patches Close To Chatham

Early October is a great time to pick up the biggest pumpkin possible at Chatham area pumpkin patches.

Early October is a great time to pick up the biggest pumpkin possible at Chatham area pumpkin patches.
Early October is a great time to pick up the biggest pumpkin possible at Chatham area pumpkin patches. (Autumn Johnson/Patch)

CHATHAM, NJ — Cooler fall days are quickly approaching in the Chatham area, which means it's time to start planning your family’s yearly excursion to the country to find the best pumpkins.

Paying a visit to a local pumpkin patch is a great opportunity to pick out the perfect Halloween jack-o'-lantern. It also is a way for families to spend a fun-filled day together as most fields offer free activities such as hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field is relatively safe, but mask and social distancing guidelines and hours of operation may change. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website.

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Here are some of the top pumpkin fields near Chatham to visit in 2021:

Alstede Farms, Chester

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Donaldson Farm, Hackettstown

Middle Valley Farms, Mendham

Ort Farms, Long Valley

Parks Farm, Chester

Stony Hill Farm Market, Chester

Sussex County Strawberry Farm, Andover

Wightman Farms, Morristown

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