Cheesequake Farms Eastmont Orchards Happy Day Farm Red Wagon Farm

FREEHOLD, NJ — Halloween is right around the corner, and time is almost up to get the best pumpkin at a local patch for Halloween.

Many Freehold families enjoy an annual trip to the pumpkin patch. Fields often have free activities such as corn mazes, hayrides and apple cider tastings.

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.

Here are some of the top pumpkin fields in the Freehold area to visit in 2021:

• Battleview Orchards
• Countryview Farm Nurser
• Happy Day Farm
• Red Wagon Farm Market
• Twin Pond Farm Garden Center