As we continue to delve deeper into fall, pumpkin picking spots can be overwhelming to find since the Hudson Valley just has so many awesome ones to choose from. Luckily for you, I’ve organized some of the best (in no particular order) places to pick your Halloween pumpkins this October.
Fishkill Farms in Fishkill, NY.
Fishkill Farms is a 270-acre apple orchard and vegetable farm located in East Fishkill, New York, that has been in the Morgenthau family for over 100 years (via their website). Pumpkin picking is by reservation only through Sunday, November 1st at Fishkill Farms!
Soons Orchards in New Hampton, NY.
When their farm started as a fledgling dairy with a smattering of fruit trees over 100 years ago, few farmers sold directly to the public. 112 years later, the 4th generation– Jeff, Laura and Sharon are back at the farm. U-Pick Pumpkins are every weekend in October from “10:30ish to 4ish.”
Pennings Farm Market in Warwick, NY.
Pennings Farm operates nearly 100 acres of pristine farmland in the historic Hudson Valley town of Warwick, NY. For more than 40 years, Pennings Farm Market has been a steadfast retailer of locally grown produce under the attentive ownership of Steve and Jill Pennings. (via their website). By reservation only and open weekends.
Barton Orchards in Poughquag, NY.
A 180-acre, family-owned and operated apple orchard, Barton Orchards is more than just a farm– with beautiful grounds, modern event spaces, and authentic Hudson Valley charm, they offer a place for families and friends to gather, celebrate, and enjoy the orchard experience (via their website). U-Pick is free entry on weekdays and by reservation on weekends.
Jones Farm in Cornwall, NY.
Located in Cornwall, New York, Jones Farm is a destination for foodies and shoppers alike! One of the few surviving family farms in the Hudson Valley, Jones Farm offers an array of homegrown vegetables. Pick-Your-Own Pumpkins is from Wednesday-Sunday 10am-4pm (via their website).
DuBois Farms in Highland, NY.
DuBois Farm is voted best Pick-Your-Own in the Hudson Valley with free admission and a plentiful supply of pumpkins– this is no surprise. Open every day from 10am-5pm. Join them October 17th & 18th for a Pumpkin Festival.
Join K104 at DuBois Farm this Halloween, October 31st, from 1-3pm!
