Ocean City Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021

OCEAN CITY, NJ — Heading out to a pumpkin field to pick the best pumpkin isn’t just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern. It’s a chance to head out with the family in a beloved autumn custom full of fun activities.

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

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field is fairly safe; 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.

Here are some of the top pumpkin farms in the Ocean City area to visit in 2021:

• R and J Farm
• Dambly’s Garden Center
• Indian Acres Tree Farm
• Sahl’s Father Son Farm
• Argos Farm