New Hyde Park: Best Pumpkin Patches To Visit This Month On LI

NEW HYDE PARK, NY — There aren't many days left in October, but there is still some time to get the best pumpkin available at local pumpkin patches.

An annual trip to a Long Island pumpkin patch is a fall pastime for many families. Fields often have free activities such as corn mazes, hayrides, and apple cider tastings.

Unfortunately, there are no pumpkin patches or fields in New Hyde Park, but there are plenty if you head east. It's best to call ahead to the field or check its website for coronavirus-related guidelines and hours of operation.

Here are some of the top pumpkin patches near New Hyde Park to visit this month:

• Schmitt's Family Farm, Melville
• Elwood Pumpkin Farm, Huntington
• Brightwaters Farms, Bay Shore
• Youngs Farm, Brookville
• Kaufolds Farm Festival, Ridge
• Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden, Manorville
• Benner's Farm, East Setauket
• Thera Farms, Brentwood
• Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard, Jamesport
• Pumpkin Patch Farm Stand, Yaphank
• Woodside Nursery & Garden Center, Patchogue
• Stakey's Pumpkin Farm, Aquebogue
• May's Farm, Wading River
• Lewin Farms, Calverton