Hopatcong-Sparta Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

HOPATCONG-SPARTA, NJ — Fall officially started weeks ago in the Hopatcong-Sparta area, and that means it's time to start planning your family’s yearly trek to the country to find the best pumpkins.

There are a few weeks left to pick out a great pumpkin for a Halloween jack-o'-lantern. Many pumpkin patches offer free activities such as hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids.

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 patches in the Hopatcong-Sparta area to visit in 2021:

Alstede Farms, Chester

• Visit their website: www.alstedefarms.com

Donaldson Farm, Hackettstown

• See their website: donaldsonfarms.net.

Middle Valley Farms, Mendham

• Visit their website: www.middlevalleyfarms.com

Ort Farms, Long Valley

• Visit their website: www.ortfarms.com

Parks Farm, Chester

• Visit their website: www.parksfarmsllc.com

Stony Hill Farm Market, Chester

• Visit their website: www.stonyhillgardens.com

Sussex County Strawberry Farm, Andover

• Visit the farm website.

Wightman Farms, Morristown

• See the website for tickets and masking protocols.