3 Best Pumpkin Patches With a Petting Zoo in Maryland
Jump to: 1. Brookfield Pumpkins LLC 2. Clark's Elioak Farm 3. Summers Farm
The 3 best pumpkin patches with a petting zoo in Maryland are Brookfield Pumpkins LLC, Clark's Elioak Farm and Summers Farm — farms tagged for farm animals kids can get close to, alongside the pumpkins. For toddlers and preschoolers especially, an animal barn is often worth more than every other attraction on the farm combined. Below, each gets a closer look — what it offers, how it's rated, and how to get there — followed by answers to the questions we hear most about visiting. See every pumpkin patch we track in Maryland, or browse pumpkin patches with petting zoos in every state on our Petting Zoos and Farm Animals near me page.
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Brookfield Pumpkins LLC
Brookfield Pumpkins LLC in Thurmont takes the top spot, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 78 reviews. Visitors come here for corn maze and petting zoo.
8302 Ramsburg Rd, 21788
Corn mazePetting zooBrookfield Pumpkins LLC is ranked #1 on this list, located at 8302 Ramsburg Rd, Thurmont, MD, 21788. It carries a 4.9-out-of-5 rating on Google from 78 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Thurmont. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for corn maze and petting zoo, so there's usually more to a visit than just picking a pumpkin and heading home.
Google hasn't surfaced a set of recurring review themes for Brookfield Pumpkins LLC yet, so there isn't a themed summary of what visitors say to pass along here — the star rating and review count above remain the clearest public signal until more detail comes in. In the farm's own words: "Family-friendly destination offering a 15-acre pumpkin patch, plus a corn maze, and farm animals." Brookfield Pumpkins LLC is one of the farms we track with a corn maze, which typically means a corn maze is cut into a standing field in late summer and stays open until the stalks are harvested, which is why most mazes open a week or two after the pumpkin patch itself and close hard at the end of the season. si…
Hours aren't listed for Brookfield Pumpkins LLC in our data. Most pumpkin patches run daily or weekends-only from mid-September through the first days of November, but the surest way to know is to call ahead or check the farm's website before you drive out. Admission pricing isn't listed for Brookfield Pumpkins LLC either — pumpkin patches generally charge one of three ways (free entry with pumpkins priced individually or by weight, a flat gate admission bundling attractions, or a per-attraction wristband system), so it's worth asking which applies here before you go. Payment methods aren't listed, and a meaningful share of family-run patches are cash-only for field admission and wagon rides even when the farm store takes cards — bringing some cash as backup avoids an awkward trip back to the car at the gate.
Like most working farms, the exact open and close dates for Brookfield Pumpkins LLC can shift year to year with weather and how the pumpkin crop comes in, even though the general window is fairly predictable. If you're planning a special trip, a weekday morning is consistently the quietest time to go, with shorter waits for wagon rides and easier parking than a weekend afternoon. Wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy — pumpkin fields are working farmland rather than paved lots, and they get soft fast after rain — and call ahead if it's rained heavily in the last day or two, since field access and hayrides are usually the first things a farm closes when the ground is saturated. Layers help too: fall mornings can start cold and warm up quickly once the sun is over an open field.
Brookfield Pumpkins LLC sits, near Thurmont, MD, with parking typically in a grass field rather than a paved lot — allow a few extra minutes on busy weekends for staff or volunteers to direct traffic, and if you're navigating by GPS rather than the link on this page, search the farm name directly rather than just the street address, since rural addresses sometimes route to the wrong gate. See the full profile — hours table, rating breakdown, review themes, FAQ and a map you can route from — on Brookfield Pumpkins LLC's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
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Clark's Elioak Farm
Clark's Elioak Farm, out in Ellicott City, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,632 reviews. Visitors come here for petting zoo and farm store.
10500 Clarksville Pike, 21042
Petting zooFarm storeKids play areaClark's Elioak Farm is ranked #2 on this list, located at 10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD, 21042. It carries a 4.5-out-of-5 rating on Google from 2,632 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Ellicott City. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for petting zoo, farm store and kids play area, so there's usually more to a visit than just picking a pumpkin and heading home.
Google hasn't surfaced a set of recurring review themes for Clark's Elioak Farm yet, so there isn't a themed summary of what visitors say to pass along here — the star rating and review count above remain the clearest public signal until more detail comes in. In the farm's own words: "Working farm with a shop, a fairy tale forest, a petting zoo & miniature train rides for kids." Clark's Elioak Farm is one of the farms we track with a petting zoo, which typically means for families with toddlers and preschoolers, an animal barn is often worth more than every other attraction on the farm combined. most are included with admission; feed cups usually cost a dollar or two..
Based on its public listing, Clark's Elioak Farm is typically open Tuesday 10AM-5PM, Wednesday 10AM-5PM, Thursday 10AM-5PM, Friday 10AM-5PM, Saturday 10AM-5:30PM, Sunday 10AM-5:30PM. Pumpkin patch hours shift often during the season — expect longer hours the two or three weekends around mid-October and shorter, sometimes weekend-only hours toward either end of the season — so treat this as a strong starting point rather than a guarantee. Admission pricing isn't listed for Clark's Elioak Farm either — pumpkin patches generally charge one of three ways (free entry with pumpkins priced individually or by weight, a flat gate admission bundling attractions, or a per-attraction wristband system), so it's worth asking which applies here before you go. Payment methods aren't listed, and a meaningful share of family-run patches are cash-only for field admission and wagon rides even when the farm store takes cards — bringing some cash as backup avoids an awkward trip back to the car at the gate.
Like most working farms, the exact open and close dates for Clark's Elioak Farm can shift year to year with weather and how the pumpkin crop comes in, even though the general window is fairly predictable. If you're planning a special trip, a weekday morning is consistently the quietest time to go, with shorter waits for wagon rides and easier parking than a weekend afternoon. Wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy — pumpkin fields are working farmland rather than paved lots, and they get soft fast after rain — and call ahead if it's rained heavily in the last day or two, since field access and hayrides are usually the first things a farm closes when the ground is saturated. Layers help too: fall mornings can start cold and warm up quickly once the sun is over an open field.
Clark's Elioak Farm sits, near Ellicott City, MD, with parking typically in a grass field rather than a paved lot — allow a few extra minutes on busy weekends for staff or volunteers to direct traffic, and if you're navigating by GPS rather than the link on this page, search the farm name directly rather than just the street address, since rural addresses sometimes route to the wrong gate. See the full profile — hours table, rating breakdown, review themes, FAQ and a map you can route from — on Clark's Elioak Farm's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
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Summers Farm
Summers Farm near Middletown rounds out this stretch of the list, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 679 reviews. Visitors come here for corn maze and hayrides.
7503 Hollow Rd, 21769
Corn mazeHayridesPetting zooSummers Farm is ranked #3 on this list, located at 7503 Hollow Rd, Middletown, MD, 21769. It carries a 4.4-out-of-5 rating on Google from 679 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Middletown. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for corn maze, hayrides and petting zoo, so there's usually more to a visit than just picking a pumpkin and heading home.
Google hasn't surfaced a set of recurring review themes for Summers Farm yet, so there isn't a themed summary of what visitors say to pass along here — the star rating and review count above remain the clearest public signal until more detail comes in. In the farm's own words: "Open-air venue for families, featuring a corn maze, a pumpkin patch, hay rides and animal encounters." Summers Farm is one of the farms we track with a corn maze, which typically means a corn maze is cut into a standing field in late summer and stays open until the stalks are harvested, which is why most mazes open a week or two after the pumpkin patch itself and close hard at the end of the season. si…
Hours aren't listed for Summers Farm in our data. Most pumpkin patches run daily or weekends-only from mid-September through the first days of November, but the surest way to know is to call ahead or check the farm's website before you drive out. Admission pricing isn't listed for Summers Farm either — pumpkin patches generally charge one of three ways (free entry with pumpkins priced individually or by weight, a flat gate admission bundling attractions, or a per-attraction wristband system), so it's worth asking which applies here before you go. Payment methods aren't listed, and a meaningful share of family-run patches are cash-only for field admission and wagon rides even when the farm store takes cards — bringing some cash as backup avoids an awkward trip back to the car at the gate.
Like most working farms, the exact open and close dates for Summers Farm can shift year to year with weather and how the pumpkin crop comes in, even though the general window is fairly predictable. If you're planning a special trip, a weekday morning is consistently the quietest time to go, with shorter waits for wagon rides and easier parking than a weekend afternoon. Wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy — pumpkin fields are working farmland rather than paved lots, and they get soft fast after rain — and call ahead if it's rained heavily in the last day or two, since field access and hayrides are usually the first things a farm closes when the ground is saturated. Layers help too: fall mornings can start cold and warm up quickly once the sun is over an open field.
Summers Farm sits, near Middletown, MD, with parking typically in a grass field rather than a paved lot — allow a few extra minutes on busy weekends for staff or volunteers to direct traffic, and if you're navigating by GPS rather than the link on this page, search the farm name directly rather than just the street address, since rural addresses sometimes route to the wrong gate. See the full profile — hours table, rating breakdown, review themes, FAQ and a map you can route from — on Summers Farm's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
Conclusion
Brookfield Pumpkins LLC is our top pick for a pumpkin patch with a petting zoo in Maryland, rated 4.9 out of 5, with Clark's Elioak Farm and Summers Farm rounding out the list. Ratings and review counts reflect public data at the time of writing and can change, and which animals are on site — and whether the barn is open that day — can vary week to week, so always confirm with the farm directly before you drive out. For more options, see every pumpkin patch we track in Maryland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best pumpkin patch with a petting zoo in Maryland?
Based on rating and review volume, Brookfield Pumpkins LLC ranks first among the pumpkin patches with a petting zoo we track in Maryland, with a 4.9-out-of-5 rating. See the full breakdown above, or its full listing for hours and directions.
What animals are usually at a pumpkin patch petting zoo?
It varies by farm, but goats, sheep, alpacas, rabbits and barn cats are the most common. Larger farms sometimes add pigs, ponies or a small aviary. Feed cups are usually available for a dollar or two even when general admission is free.
Is the petting zoo included in admission?
At most farms, yes — the animal barn is bundled into general admission rather than ticketed separately. It's still worth confirming when you call, since a minority of larger destination farms do charge extra for it.
Are petting zoos safe for toddlers?
Generally yes, with normal precautions. Well-run farms provide hand-washing stations near the animal area and it's worth using them properly — animal contact areas are a recognized source of E. coli and salmonella exposure in young children. Strollers are frequently not permitted inside the enclosure itself, so plan for carrying.
Are these pumpkin patches good for young kids?
Yes — a petting zoo is one of the two features (alongside a dedicated kids' play area) that most reliably holds a toddler's or preschooler's attention. Check the listings above for hours, and call ahead if you're planning specifically around animal-barn access.