5 Best Pumpkin Patches To Pick Your Own Pumpkin in New Jersey
Jump to: 1. Johnson's Locust Hall Farm 2. Sahl's Father Son Farm 3. Duffield's Farm Market 4. Ort Farms 5. Conklin Farm U-Pick
The 5 best places to pick your own pumpkin in New Jersey are Johnson's Locust Hall Farm, Sahl's Father Son Farm, Duffield's Farm Market, Ort Farms and Conklin Farm U-Pick — farms tagged for true u-pick, where you cut a pumpkin straight from the vine instead of choosing from a pile by the barn. 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 New Jersey, or browse u-pick farms in every state on our U-Pick Pumpkin Patches near me page.
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Johnson's Locust Hall Farm
Johnson's Locust Hall Farm in Jobstown takes the top spot, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 703 reviews. Visitors come here for u-pick pumpkins.
2691 Monmouth Rd, 08041
U-pick pumpkinsJohnson's Locust Hall Farm is ranked #1 on this list, located at 2691 Monmouth Rd, Jobstown, NJ, 08041. It carries a 4.8-out-of-5 rating on Google from 703 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Jobstown. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for u-pick pumpkins, 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 Johnson's Locust Hall 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. Johnson's Locust Hall Farm is one of the farms we track with a u-pick pumpkin patch, which typically means true u-pick means walking into a growing field and cutting a pumpkin off the vine yourself. it is the version of the experience most people picture, and it is worth checking for specifically — a great many farms advertis…
Based on its public listing, Johnson's Locust Hall Farm is typically open Thursday 9AM-5PM, Friday 9AM-5PM, Saturday 9AM-5PM, Sunday 9AM-5PM. 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 Johnson's Locust Hall 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. It accepts credit cards, debit cards and nfc mobile payments, though it's still smart to carry some cash — field admission and wagon rides at farms like this are sometimes handled separately from the main store.
Like most working farms, the exact open and close dates for Johnson's Locust Hall 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.
Johnson's Locust Hall Farm sits in Jobstown County, near Jobstown, NJ, 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 Johnson's Locust Hall Farm's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
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Sahl's Father Son Farm
Sahl's Father Son Farm, out in Egg Harbor City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 112 reviews. Visitors come here for u-pick pumpkins and sunflower field.
420 W Pestalozzi Ave, 08215
U-pick pumpkinsSunflower fieldSahl's Father Son Farm is ranked #2 on this list, located at 420 W Pestalozzi Ave, Egg Harbor City, NJ, 08215. It carries a 4.7-out-of-5 rating on Google from 112 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Egg Harbor City. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for u-pick pumpkins and sunflower field, 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 Sahl's Father Son 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: "Family-owned destination for picking strawberries, corn and sunflowers, plus pony rides." Sahl's Father Son Farm is one of the farms we track with a u-pick pumpkin patch, which typically means true u-pick means walking into a growing field and cutting a pumpkin off the vine yourself. it is the version of the experience most people picture, and it is worth checking for specifically — a great many farms advertis…
Hours aren't listed for Sahl's Father Son 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 Sahl's Father Son 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. It accepts debit cards and nfc mobile payments, though it's still smart to carry some cash — field admission and wagon rides at farms like this are sometimes handled separately from the main store.
Like most working farms, the exact open and close dates for Sahl's Father Son 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.
Sahl's Father Son Farm sits, near Egg Harbor City, NJ, 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 Sahl's Father Son Farm's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
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Duffield's Farm Market
Duffield's Farm Market near Sewell rounds out this stretch of the list, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,970 reviews. Visitors come here for u-pick pumpkins and petting zoo.
280 Chapel Heights Rd #9355, 08080
U-pick pumpkinsPetting zooFarm storeDuffield's Farm Market is ranked #3 on this list, located at 280 Chapel Heights Rd #9355, Sewell, NJ, 08080. It carries a 4.6-out-of-5 rating on Google from 1,970 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Sewell. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for u-pick pumpkins, petting zoo and farm store, 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 Duffield's Farm Market 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: "Farm featuring pick-your-own produce as well as a bakery, a deli and a petting zoo." Duffield's Farm Market is one of the farms we track with a u-pick pumpkin patch, which typically means true u-pick means walking into a growing field and cutting a pumpkin off the vine yourself. it is the version of the experience most people picture, and it is worth checking for specifically — a great many farms advertis…
Based on its public listing, Duffield's Farm Market is typically open Monday 9AM-7PM, Tuesday 9AM-7PM, Wednesday 9AM-7PM, Thursday 9AM-7PM, Friday 9AM-7PM, Saturday 9AM-7PM. 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 Duffield's Farm Market 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. It accepts checks, credit cards, debit cards and nfc mobile payments, though it's still smart to carry some cash — field admission and wagon rides at farms like this are sometimes handled separately from the main store.
Like most working farms, the exact open and close dates for Duffield's Farm Market 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.
Duffield's Farm Market sits in Sewell County, near Sewell, NJ, 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 Duffield's Farm Market's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
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Ort Farms
Also worth the drive: Ort Farms in Long Valley, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,234 reviews. Visitors come here for u-pick pumpkins and farm store.
25 Bartley Rd, 07853
U-pick pumpkinsFarm storeOrt Farms is ranked #4 on this list, located at 25 Bartley Rd, Long Valley, NJ, 07853. It carries a 4.5-out-of-5 rating on Google from 1,234 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Long Valley. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for u-pick pumpkins and farm store, 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 Ort Farms 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. Ort Farms is one of the farms we track with a u-pick pumpkin patch, which typically means true u-pick means walking into a growing field and cutting a pumpkin off the vine yourself. it is the version of the experience most people picture, and it is worth checking for specifically — a great many farms advertis…
Based on its public listing, Ort Farms is typically open Monday 8AM-7PM, Tuesday 8AM-7PM, Wednesday 8AM-7PM, Thursday 8AM-7PM, Friday 8AM-7PM, Saturday 8AM-7PM, Sunday 8AM-7PM. 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 Ort Farms 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 Ort Farms 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.
Ort Farms sits in Long Valley County, near Long Valley, NJ, 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 Ort Farms's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
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Conklin Farm U-Pick
Conklin Farm U-Pick in Montville is another strong option, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 170 reviews. Visitors come here for u-pick pumpkins.
10 Vreeland Ave, 07045
U-pick pumpkinsConklin Farm U-Pick is ranked #5 on this list, located at 10 Vreeland Ave, Montville, NJ, 07045. It carries a 4.5-out-of-5 rating on Google from 170 reviews, which puts it among the more established pumpkin patches we track near Montville. Beyond the pumpkin field itself, it's tagged for u-pick pumpkins, 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 Conklin Farm U-Pick 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. Conklin Farm U-Pick is one of the farms we track with a u-pick pumpkin patch, which typically means true u-pick means walking into a growing field and cutting a pumpkin off the vine yourself. it is the version of the experience most people picture, and it is worth checking for specifically — a great many farms advertis…
Hours aren't listed for Conklin Farm U-Pick 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 Conklin Farm U-Pick 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 Conklin Farm U-Pick 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.
Conklin Farm U-Pick sits, near Montville, NJ, 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 Conklin Farm U-Pick's listing page, or tap Directions below to head straight there.
Conclusion
Johnson's Locust Hall Farm is our top pick for picking your own pumpkin in New Jersey, rated 4.8 out of 5, with Sahl's Father Son Farm, Duffield's Farm Market, Ort Farms and Conklin Farm U-Pick rounding out the list. Ratings and review counts reflect public data at the time of writing and can change, and hours, admission and what's actually running on a given day can vary week to week during the season — always confirm with the farm directly, and ask specifically whether the field is still open for cutting, before you drive out. For more options, see every pumpkin patch we track in New Jersey or browse u-pick pumpkin patches near you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkin in New Jersey?
Based on rating and review volume, Johnson's Locust Hall Farm ranks first among the u-pick pumpkin patches we track in New Jersey, with a 4.8-out-of-5 rating. See the full breakdown above, or its <a href="/new-jersey/jobstown/johnson-s-locust-hall-farm/">full listing</a> for hours and directions.
What does "u-pick" actually mean at a pumpkin patch?
True u-pick means walking into a growing field and cutting a pumpkin off the vine yourself, rather than choosing from a pile of pumpkins trucked in and arranged near the barn. Both are common — if cutting from the vine matters to you, call ahead and ask whether the field is still open, especially late in the season.
When is u-pick season in New Jersey?
Most u-pick fields open alongside the rest of the pumpkin season, roughly mid-to-late September through the first days of November, and smaller growers can pick out and switch to a pre-picked pile before the season officially ends. Check the listings above or call ahead to confirm the field is still open.
What should I bring to pick my own pumpkin?
Gloves and, ideally, your own shears — pumpkin vines are prickly, and a cleanly cut stem two to four inches long keeps a pumpkin fresh far longer than one twisted off by hand. Wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy, since fields are working farmland, not paved lots.
Are these u-pick patches good for young kids?
It depends on the farm and how far the field is from parking. Check the individual listing pages above for feature tags like a petting zoo or kids' play area, and call ahead if you're planning around young children or strollers.