Welcome to your go-to guide for all things pumpkin in the Sacramento area. Autumn is peak season for farms opening their gates to harvest fun: pick-your-own pumpkins, corn mazes, hayrides, goat petting, festive food, and more. Whether you’re local or visiting, here are the best pumpkin patches worth the drive — and what each brings to the patch party.
Top Sacramento-Area Pumpkin Patches & What They Offer

Here are standout patches in and around Sacramento with their best features:

1. Vierra Farms / Dave’s Pumpkin Patch (West Sacramento)

Why Visit: One of the most established and centrally located patches.
Must-Do Activities:

Giant corn maze and hay maze

Hayrides across the farm

Hay pyramid, jumping pillows, rope climb

Pig races, live entertainment (pirates, princesses)

Pumpkin chunkin

Food and treats: apple cider donuts, savory snacks
Notes: They only accept cash or check on site (but have ATMs and online ticketing).

2. Nick & Ray’s Pumpkin Patch (Sacramento, Bastiao Farms)

Why Visit: Right in the city limits — no long drive.
Must-Do Activities:

Haunted mining town / gold mine walk

Corn maze and straw bale pyramids

Pumpkin picking (field or pre-picked)

Food trucks available on weekends

Relaxed picnic areas and shade
Season / Hours: Open approximately Oct 7 to Nov 2 (Tues–Fri 12pm–7pm, Sat & Sun 10am–7pm)
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3. Cool Patch Pumpkins (Dixon, CA)

Why Visit: Home of a world-record corn maze — epic scale.

Must-Do Activities:

40-acre (or more) maze, themed every year, with aerial bridges

You-pick pumpkin patch (edible & ornamental)

Hay rides

Corn bath (50+ pound corn “play pit”)

Kid play zone: hay castle, playhouses

Photo ops, vintage props, dinosaur models

Food and drinks on weekends
Pricing / Hours: Open daily 9am–8pm (during season) — check site for exact season dates


4. Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm (Wheatland, northeast of Sacramento)

Why Visit: Big acreage and full day-of-fun attractions.
Must-Do Activities:

Corn maze

Free hay rides into the pumpkin field

Field train (BPF Line)

Carousel, Coyote Mountain slide, treehouse, zipline

Petting zoo (Weeland Petting Zoo)

Food & dessert: golden corn dogs, Mrs. B’s bakery, warm cookies, slushies

Farmer Bill’s tractors for trails
Insider Tip: Consider staying late — they sometimes host evening events.

 

5. Fog Willow Farms (Wilton, just southeast of Sacramento)

Why Visit: Great for younger kids and casual farm visits.
Must-Do Activities:

Pumpkin picking across open fields

Hayrides

Petting zoo / farm animals

Educational farm tours

Seasonal treats: caramel apples, fudge, cider

Giant haystack climb
Scale / Notes: About 35 acres of farmland; easy for a half-day outing.

6. Keema’s Pumpkin Farm (Elk Grove area)

Why Visit: More local, community feel.
Must-Do Activities:

Corn maze (rotates design yearly)

Tractor/hay rides to pumpkin fields

Farm animal visits

Numerous photo spots

Smaller pumpkins for carving

Group bookings (birthday parties, school groups)
Timing: Open from late September through October (e.g. Sept 27 – Oct 31)
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7. Perry’s Pumpkin Patch (Sacramento)

Why Visit: Classic neighborhood patch with charm.
Must-Do Activities:

Pumpkin & squash displays and pick-your-own

Corn maze

Hayrides

Mini hay maze for toddlers

Rustic photo backdrops
Extras: Small scale, less overwhelming, easy to hop in for a quick visit.
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🧭 Tips for Picking the Right Pumpkin Patch (and Timing)

Check opening & closing dates — some open mid-September, others only in October

Weekdays = fewer crowds

Plan for ticket or attraction costs — many farms separate general admission vs rides/mazes

Bring cash — especially at smaller farms that may only accept cash

Arrive early for best photo light

Dress in layers & wear sturdy shoes

Parking may be limited — carpool or arrive early

Map your route — combine with Apple Hill or foothill trips for more fall fun