As autumn arrives in Southern California, you might be looking for a farm or pumpkin patch for some great fall photos and a family experience. While Los Angeles and Orange County may be known for beaches and cities, there are actually a lot of farms and pumpkin patches that offer authentic fall experiences.
While you can always find a small local pumpkin patch in your city, these are larger venues, and many are working farms throughout the year, so you get a real authentic farm experience.
1. Underwood Farms, Moorpark
Located in Moorpark, Underwood Farms is family-owned operation has been serving the community for generations. Their Annual Fall Harvest Festival features large pumpkin fields, petting zoo, tractor rides, train rides, corn maze, tunnels and hay pyramids, petting zoo, games and crafts, live performances, and much more. Most of the activities are included in admission, with some things that are an extra cost.
2. Tanaka Farms, Irvine
Tanaka Farms family-owned working farm with a dedication to sustainable farming practices Their Pumpkin Patch experience during the fall includes wagon rides, a corn maze, farm animals, carnival games, arts and crafts, and many other activities. Some are included in admission, while others require the extra purchase of activity tickets.
3. Live Oak Canyon, Redlands
For those willing to venture slightly further east, Live Oak Canyon in Redlands offers a spectacular pumpkin patch experience – one of the largest in the area. They have all your typical pumpkin patch activities, including corn maze, hay pyramid, tractor rides, face painting, and carnival games. But they also have a lot more, including inflatable bounce houses, zip lines, and roller coaster rides. Some attractions are included in general admission, while others require an additional purchase of tickets.
4. Centennial Farm at OC Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa
Located at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, Centennial Farm offers a unique educational farm experience that operates year-round, with special pumpkin activities during the fall season. Their Seasonal Adventures Pumpkin Patch offers a pumpkin patch, inflatable slides, kiddie rides, a petting zoo and a train. All activities are free.
5. Irvine Park Railroad
Irvine Park Railroad in Irvine Regional Park includes the popular train ride which is a hit attraction. During the fall, they have a pumpkin patch which includes train rides, carnival games, inflatable bounce houses, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and more. Most activities require the purchase of additional tickets.
Even in urban Southern California, you can still find authentic farm experiences within driving distance. Especially during the fall, children and families can have festive autumn experiences. Each of these farms and pumpkin patches offers something special and unique, so find the ones that are best fit for your family.