The five best pumpkin patches in LA

While for the rest of the country fall means foliage, big sweaters, hot apple cider, and leaf raking. For LA it means a random October heat wave, the resurrection of leaves that died in the summer, and also big sweaters and hot apple cider.

But, surprisingly, one thing LA has in common with everyone else is a great supply of pumpkin patches. Believe it or not, these family-friendly, cutesy, and all-around fun trips are abundant within LA city limits or just a thirty-minute drive out.

As gourd season comes around, check out some of LA’s best options below and don’t forget to tag us in some of your favorite Instagrams you get out of the trip:

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch by katrinakbowden – CC BY

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch

Culver City

The cream of the crop, Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch rivals all others in the area. After outgrowing its Beverly Hills location, the patch moved to Culver City, but you can still catch some of your favorite celebs.

There’s something for everyone here from the spooky to the kid-friendly. In addition to the typical pumpkin fare, there are sideshow attractions, an Instagram-ready pumpkin village, a petting zoo, bounce houses, and more! If you work up an appetite from having so much fun, there’s plenty of food trucks around to satiate you.

Petting Zoo by Tina’s Pumpkin Patch – CC BY

Tina’s Pumpkin Patch

Sherman Oaks

Nestled in Sherman Oaks, Tina’s Pumpkin Patch is great for young kids and parents on a budget. A straw maze is tiny tyke height, so you keep an eye on the little ones as they navigate their way through.

General admission, parking, and the straw maze are free, but you have to pay for pony rides, the petting zoo, etc. Most amenities are $3 or less, so it’s easy to cater to your kids’ interests.

Corn Maze by Underwood Family Farms – CC BY

 

Underwood Family Farms

Moorpark

Okay, we might be cheating this one since it’s not technically in LA, but just a quick drive down the CA-118 to Simi Valley and you’ll feel like you’re on the Central Coast without the hours-long trip.

More importantly, Underwood Family Farms is more than just a great pumpkin patch with hayrides and other amusement park treats. It’s a real, functioning farm and farmstand. Green tags on produce denote ones that were grown and harvested just down the street at the actual farm. The cukes and strawberries are especially strong here.

Pumpkin Piles by whoscalvin – CC BY

 

Pasadena Pumpkin Patch

Pasadena

We didn’t forget about you, East Siders! Kids will love the Pasadena Pumpkin Patch, even though it’s technically a parking lot. From the petting zoo to pony rides to bounce houses, there’s enough merriment to keep them entertained in addition to a great selection of pumpkins!

All the attractions are individually priced, but you can get unlimited bounce house/slide access for $15. The patch stays open until 10 pm, so good luck prying them off the inflatables in time for bed!

Pa’s Pumpkin Patch by justin.cheadle – CC BY

 

Pa’s Pumpkin Patch

Long Beach

For a full-on, pumpkin carnival experience, head to Long Beach. In addition to the typical bouncy, furry animal-filled patch attractions, Pa’s Pumpkin Patch features several rides and carnival games.

With the exception of the pumpkins and fair food, everything can be bought with fair tickets. Depending on which pack you get, tickets work out to about $2 each and most rides only require two tickets. Parking is free and so are the memories you’ll snag at this more than 40-year-old pumpkin patch!