East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide

Whether you’re looking for a full day of bouncy houses, tractor rides, and mazes, or just the perfect pumpkin and a bucolic day at a farm, we’ve got you covered. The range of Bay Area pumpkin patches and farms is all over the map, as are the patches themselves. So we’ve rounded them up so you can choose your flavor of autumnal magic.

Thanks to Rancho Siempre Verde for sponsoring our guide to East Bay Pumpkin Patches. Opening for a fabulous farm fun fest for five weekends, Sep. 26 – Oct. 25, they grow organic vegetables, fruit, flowers, Christmas trees, and pumpkins.

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Featured Pumpkin Patch: Rancho Siempre Verde (Pescadero)

Rancho Siempre Verde invites you to bring your family and friends (dogs are welcome, too) to their annual Pumpkin Patch Fall Fest. Located along the coast of Highway 1 between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz. Their family farm offers you the opportunity to slow down and enjoy the day while overlooking the Pacific Ocean!

Tickets are priced per vehicle, not per person. A ticket includes:

• One car with up to 6 guests
• 5 pick-your-own pumpkins (1 big, 2 medium, and 2 small) of your choosing
• 3.5 hours of family-fun activities (swings, slides, tractor rides, picnic tables, and good vibes)
• A big bunch of pick-your-own flowers
• A bag of delicious farm-grown apples (perfect for fall pies!)
• Parking

*Wreath-making supplies, extra pumpkins, flowers, apples, squash, and pre-made wreaths will be available for purchase with a credit card.

Location: 2250 Cabrillo Hwy (Highway 1), between Half Moon Bay & Santa Cruz, in Pescadero
Open: Weekends, Sep. 26 – Oct. 25, Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am–4:30 pm
Prices: The online ticket price is $115; the day-of ticket is $125 (reserve your spot early; they tend to sell out!).
Buy your tickets (Save $15 with code 510FAMILIES before 10/5/26) >>

In the (510), East Bay Pumpkin Patches

Play Garden Pumpkin Patch, Alameda

Whimsy Willow is creating a small pumpkin patch with guided craft sessions and cookie decorating just for kids.
Where: Whimsy Willow, 1523 Willow St., Alameda
When: Sep 27-Nov. 1 (Friday through Sunday)
Prices: $15/child, $10/adult; under one is free. Price includes one small pumpkin.
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Westbrae Nursery Mini Patch, North Berkeley

A sweet corner of the nursery is dedicated to pumpkins and hay throughout October. It is a darling photo op and a place to shop locally for pumpkins. No frills; pick up other plants while you’re here.
Where: 1272 Gilman Street, Berkeley
When: Sep. 18-Oct. 31
Prices: $5-$25 for pumpkins depending on size. No entry fee. Proceeds go to the Cornell Elementary PTA
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Wildwood Dads Club Pumpkin Patch (Piedmont)

Just a sweet little patch with lots of pumpkin and gourd options run by knowledgeable and helpful dads, with all proceeds benefiting Wildwood Elementary School. No rides, but there is a wide-open field, a guessing game, and cheerful vibes. Free pumpkin to any kid who brings in this completed coloring sheet.
Where: 898 Red Rock Road, Piedmont
When: Sep. 26-Oct. 31, afternoons daily and 10 am to 6 pm on weekends
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Pick of the Patch (Fremont, San Lorenzo, Livermore)

Pick of the Patch operates several locations in the Bay Area; Fremont opens Sep. 12, and the rest are Sep. 18. They feature inflatable fun for kids ages 2 to 12 and are open until 9 pm or 10 pm. Amusement activities cost extra. Click through to see hours, prices, and amenities at each.

Dig Deep Farms at Ardenwood, Fremont

The Ardenwood Historic Farm Pumpkin Patch is a fun place to enjoy an afternoon in the sunshine with a few things to climb on and farm-time amusements. Oct. 3-31, 10 am to 4 pm, weekends only. Note: The very cool haunted train opens at 7 pm.

Piedmont Avenue Pumpkin Patch, Oakland

The gift shop-turned-pumpkin patch on Piedmont Ave has been going strong for 25+ years. Find pumpkins and spooky Halloween merchandise starting in mid-September. 4414 Piedmont Ave, Oakland.

Shadelands Pumpkin Patch, Walnut Creek

Located next to the Shadelands Ranch Historical Museum, the Shadelands Pumpkin Patch in Walnut Creek is a fun visit for the younger kid crowd with plenty of photo opportunities, a miniature hay maze, a small petting zoo, and select kid rides.
When: Open daily from Oct. 1 – 31; 9 am – 9 pm.
Where: 2660 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek
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Speer Family Farms, Alameda Point

The Speer Family Farms puts on an urban pumpkin patch with all the trimmings. They have activities kids love with very little shade on the pavement: find bouncers, a mini train, and a small petting zoo. Expect to pay admission fees.
When: Sep. 25 – Nov. 1, daily
Where: 2171 Monarch St, Alameda
Website > Read about our visit here>>

Many public pools host creative floating pumpkin patch events, but require RSVP and tickets.

Find out more about floating pumpkin patches >>

Fabulous Bay Area Farms with Pumpkin Patches

If you are willing to drive an hour or two, you can lose yourself on a fantastic farm with a welcoming pumpkin patch and a farm stand of other produce. Prices and amenities vary greatly.

Livermore & Brentwood Pumpkin Patches

Traffic to our (925) pumpkin patches tends to be more predictable than to some of the other places. Brentwood and Livermore are notoriously hot and dusty. Closed-toe shoes and water bottles are a must.

G&M Farms Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze, Livermore

About 70 minutes from Berkeley, G&M Farms has a corn maze and pumpkin patch. Extra features like hayrides, pedal carts, a cow train, bouncy pillows, and pony rides are only available on weekends. Check out our visit to G&M Farms.
Where: 487 East Airway Boulevard, Livermore
When: Oct. 2-31, Wednesday through Sunday only; hours and prices vary.

Joan’s Farm Pumpkins and Fort Maze, Livermore

About 80 minutes from Berkeley, Joan’s Farm comes highly recommended. Find farm animals (sheep, goats, cattle, donkeys, and chickens!), lots of pumpkins, an Old West Town, a fort maze, and a giant corn maze, right near Livermore Wine Country.
Where: 4351 Mines Road, Livermore
When: Oct. 2-31, closed Mondays, except Columbus Day
Prices: No admission price, but pumpkins and activities cost $5 each or $25 for an unlimited wristband. Cash only; ATM on site.
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Dell’Osso Family Farm, Lathrop

Dell’Osso Family Farm near Stockton opens daily for the 2026 season with lots of fall fun in the fields, about 90 minutes away from Berkeley. This San Joaquin County family favorite has all the seasonal activities you could throw a pumpkin at. Look for the pumpkin patch, gigantic corn maze, haunted house, train, pumpkin blasters, apple-spiced donuts, tasty food, and pumpkin pie. Read about our past visit here >>
Where: 501 S. Manthey Road – Lathrop, California
When: Oct. 2-31
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Three Nunns Pumpkin Patch, Brentwood

Pumpkins off the vine, a singing tractor, a maze, and much more. Three Nunns Farm in Brentwood is one of those farms that families come back to every year. Read about our visit here>>
Where: 550 Walnut Blvd., Brentwood
When: Sep. 24- Oct. 31, closed Mondays, except Columbus Day
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Cool Patch Pumpkins, Dixon

About an hour and 15 minutes from Berkeley, Cool Patch Pumpkins is open from 9 am to 8 pm, weather permitting. Cool Patch boasts the world’s largest corn maze, pedal cars, hayrides, and lots of pumpkins. Pricing $5-$22 for activities and maze (Children 5 & under are free for the maze!)
Where: 6150 Dixon Ave W, Dixon, CA.
When: Daily, Sep. 19 – Oct. 31 
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Pumpkins in Half Moon Bay, South Bay & Beyond

One of the top advantages of the coastal pumpkin patches is seeing the gorgeous Pacific Ocean while you enjoy the autumn harvest. Like, whoa. Half Moon Bay and Pescadero can be foggy and chilly at times. Remember cozy layers.

Arata’s Pumpkin Farm & Hay Maze, Half Moon Bay

Arata’s Pumpkin Farm features a 6-acre cornfield, a pumpkin river, and a famous and menacing two-acre Minotaur’s Labyrinth Hay Maze. For the 2026 season, they’re open from July (!) through October 31. Prices range from $8 – $85. They also offer Season Passes and VIP experiences if you’re so inclined.
Where: 185 Verde Rd., Half Moon Bay
When: July – October: Open daily
Website >  Learn more about our festive visit to Lemos Farm >

Lemos Farm, Half Moon Bay

About an hour from Berkeley, Lemos Farm has all the autumnal activities ready for your family. Purchase an advance ticket to visit Lemos Farm in the morning or afternoon. Tickets include pony rides, train rides, hayrides, car barn, a petting zoo, a haunted house, a barn slide, a hay maze, and an entrance to the pumpkin farm (OMG!). Not cheap, but totally wonderful. Goat yoga must be purchased separately.
Where: 12320 San Mateo Road, Half Moon Bay
When: Sep. 5 – Nov. 15 (Wed. to Sun. in Sep., daily in Oct., and weekends in Nov.)
Website >  Learn more about our festive visit to Lemos Farm >

Farmer John’s Pumpkin Farm, Half Moon Bay

A little over an hour away, Farmer John’s is a giant, pet-friendly pumpkin farm with a hayride and no admission fees.
Where: 850 Cabrillo Highway N., Half Moon Bay
When: Sep. 4 – Oct. 31, daily.
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Rancho Siempre Verde, Pescadero

About 90 minutes from Berkeley, along the coast of Highway 1 between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz, join the annual Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival for any of five weekends: Saturdays & Sundays, Sep. 26 – Oct. 25, 9 am–4:30 pm with a price of $115 per car (or $125 if you wait to buy in person) you’ll get 5 pumpkins (1 large, 2 medium, and 2 small) of your choosing, 3.5 hours of activities (swings, slides, tractor rides, picnic tables, and good vibes) a bounty of goods from the farm, including a big bunch of flowers, a bag of delicious farm grown apples, and parking. Extra pumpkins, flowers, apples, and pre-made autumn wreaths will be available for purchase with a credit card.

Profits from the Rancho Siempre Verde Fall Festival go toward growing and donating high-quality organic vegetables for food-insecure members of the Bay Area community, all of which go to food pantries in our communities that need them the most. Learn more about the Phoenix Food Project donation program.

Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch, Morgan Hill

An hour forty from Oakland, Spina Farms has multiple corn mazes, trains, hayrides, a pumpkin blaster, and a fruit stand. Look for the 30-foot gourdzilla and a fleet of other dinosaurs.
Where: 225 Laguna Ave, Morgan Hill
When: Sep. 17 – Nov. 2, daily
Prices: Admission to the patch is free. Buy individual $8 tickets for attractions, or buy a Park Pass for $45 to save a bit. Parking is free on weekdays but $30 Friday -Sunday (CASH only).
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Marin and Sonoma County Pumpkin Patches

It seems like the Marin and Sonoma County pumpkin patches have the greatest stretch of real estate to expand into giant farms with huge amenities. I don’t know if that’s the truth, but that’s the vibe.

Grossi Family Farm, Novato

About 45 minutes from Berkeley, this pumpkin patch has four acres of pumpkins to choose from and lots of farm-related attractions included in the price to keep your kiddos busy (nothing inflatable): hay maze, hay pyramid, corn pit, corn hole, and farm animals. Some activities are weekends only.
Where: 3666 Novato Blvd., Novato, overlooking and directly across the street from Stafford Lake Bike Park
When: Sep. 26 – Oct. 31, closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Open other days. Free on Wednesdays through Fridays.
Prices: Admission is $5 on Saturdays & Sundays, ages 2 and up.
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Nicasio Valley Pumpkin Patch, Marin County

Almost an hour from Berkeley, this beautiful 12-acre farm in Marin County has a traditional pumpkin patch with lots of fun activities (BBQ, hayride, face painting, petting zoo, and live music).
Where: 5300 Nicasio Valley Rd, Nicasio
When: Sep. 25 – Oct. 31, daily
Prices: No admission fee, cash only for activities and pumpkins.
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Mickelson Pumpkin Patch, Petaluma

About an hour from Oakland, Mickelson Pumpkin Patch offers a wide variety of specialty (funky-looking) pumpkins, a grain train, an enormous hay maze, an apple cannon, mini paintball, and a giant jump zone. Look for a shaded beer garden. Prices vary ($9 – $30). Read about our visit here>>
Where: 5495 Redwood Hwy South, Petaluma
When: Daily, Sep. 19 – Oct. 31 until 8 pm or later.
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Petaluma Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze

With free activities for kids such as an epic corn kernel pit to jump in and a huge mountain of hay bales to climb, Petaluma Pumpkin Patch is worth the drive. There are farm animals to visit as well. The 4-acre corn maze has only one way out, so kids MUST be accompanied by adults at all times. Viewing platforms allow guests to appreciate how large the maze is. Pick pumpkins off the vine or from their curated shopping area. Bring cash. Check-out our fun trip to the patch here>>
Where: 450 Stony Point Rd, Petaluma
When: Sep. 25 – Oct. 31
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Pronzini Farms Pumpkin Patch, Petaluma

This family-run pumpkin patch offers some attractions for the price of admission: farm animals, corn pit, roping, small bouncers, and backyard games. They also have a spooky haunted trail, train ride, tractor, big slides, and bigger bouncers for additional fees. More carnival than farm vibes, you’ll pay for both admission and attractions.
Where: 3795 Adobe Road, Petaluma 94952
When: Sep. 26 – Oct. 31, daily
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Santa Rosa Pumpkin Patch & Giant Corn Maze

Just over an hour from Berkeley, Santa Rosa Pumpkin Patch features a hayride and more exciting attractions like an 8-acre corn maze (with nighttime access on the weekends), farm animals, and autumnal treats. Wristbands are available for full access, or pay a la carte for some activities.
Where: 5157 Stony Point Rd, Santa Rosa
When: Sep. 26 – Halloween
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Muelrath Ranches, Santa Rosa

Just over an hour from Berkeley, this pumpkin patch offers 20 different pumpkin varieties; free hayrides; pumpkin slingshot; and a toddler corn maze. No admission price on weekdays, just the price of your pumpkin. Friday and Saturday evening events require $12 tickets and sound like a big ol’ festival.
Where: 3800 Walker Ave, Santa Rosa
When: Sep. 26 – Halloween
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Corn & Hay Mazes Cheat Sheet

Corn mazes are cut out of enormous farms and can take, literally, hours to find your way through without help. Some hay mazes are just fine for the wobbliest of toddlers to do on their own. And then all the other corn and hay mazes fall somewhere in between. So, how lost do you want to get?

Not lost. Muelrath Ranches has a toddler corn maze. Smith Family Farms has a smaller corn maze for little kids. Joan’s Farm also has a maze for wee ones.

A little lost. Most.

Totally off the map. The Petaluma Pumpkin Patch Corn Maze is 4 acres and has only one way out, with some nighttime hours. The Santa Rosa Giant Corn Maze is 8 acres, and you can do it at night on the weekends. Cool Patch Pumpkin Maze can take two hours and is open ’til 8 pm.