Popular Pumpkin Patches Near Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH, RI — Heading out to a pumpkin field to pick the biggest pumpkin isn’t just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern. It’s a chance to head out with the family in a favorite autumn practice full of exciting activities.

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

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 farms near Portsmouth to visit in 2021:

• Barden Orchards
• Escobar’s Highland Farm
• Pakeen Farm
• Spring Hill Sugar House
• The Pumpkin Farm