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Piedmont (central) North Carolina's Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, Hay Rides and More
 Where you can find a pumpkin patch, corn maze, safe trick-or-treating, hayrides and other Fall and Halloween fun near you! Many are still open in November! Be sure to scroll down the page, some are big! ! Click here to see what a trip to a pumpkin patch or corn maze is like!  Looking for Pumpkin festivals and weigh-offs in your state? Click here!
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This page provides a detailed list of Piedmont (central) North Carolina's pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hay rides and other Halloween farm stuff!!   Just scroll down this page! Some are farms, where you take a hay ride out into the field, others are elaborate farm stands with mountains of pumpkins and other activities and some are simple roadside stands.  All should have loads of pumpkins to choose from.  To really make it fun for  your kids, look for those that have the extra activities, like a corn maze, spook house, or hayride.  There is usually a small fee for the mazes (of course, the  more elaborate mazes tend to charge more. Hayrides are often free. ALWAYS call before you go to confirm all information, they don't always report changes to me!

We have loads of related resources here, too.

On our Pick-your-own website, we also have pages with our own simple instructions on canning, freezing and drying  many other fruits and vegetables, such as  how to make jam, apple butter, applesauce, spaghetti sauce, salsa, pickles, ketchup or freezing corn  (these links open new pages, just close them to return here).   Be sure to come back at Christmas if you are looking for a cut-your-own Christmas tree farm!   Look at the bottom of the page for links to resources on home canning, picking tips, recipes, etc..

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Piedmont (central) North Carolina's Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, Hay Rides and More, by County

Remember: ALWAYS call (or follow the link to the farm's own website, if the name is a blue link) to confirm the information before you go! They may close, run out or change events, times, etc. without notifying me!

Alamance County

  • Iseley Farms - Pumpkin, Vegetables, Mums, Hay Rides
    2980 Burch Bridge Road, Burlington, NC 27217. Phone: (336) 584-3323. Phone: (336) 584-6473. Email: DaisyZ@netpath.net.  Directions: From downtown Burlington take NC 87 North to Elmira St. turn right across railroad track, Elmira Street becomes Burch Bridge Road. At city limits, farm is 3.3 miles from RR crossing on left. Open: Monday to Friday 9 am-6 pm, Saturday 9 am-4 pm; May 1 thru October 31. Third week in October - daycare hayrides.
  • Union Ridge Church - Tommy Blanchard Memorial Pumpkin Patch - Harvest Festival, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, tractor-pulled hay rides, parking provide free, snacks and refreshment stand, picnic area
    115 Altamahaw Union Ridge Road, Burlington, NC 27217. Phone: (336) 421-3200. Directions: And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in October. Open: October 13 thru October 31, 2008 Monday thru Friday, 11 am to 7 pm Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm Sunday, 1 pm to 6 pm Saturday October 23 join us for our annual Harvest Festival (call 336 to 421 pm to 3200 for more info). Payment: Cash, Check. Field Trips! To schedule your class field trip, please call Tina Davis at (336) 675-1545. Children's activities include games, pumpkin decorating, hay rides, storytelling. and picnic area! October 23rd join us for our annual Union Ridge Harvest Festival! This is a huge community event that includes a homemade BBQ dinner and LIVE auction!. (ADDED: September 19, 2008)

Cabarrus County

  • Riverbend Farm - Pumpkins, Farm Tours,
    12150 McManus Rd, Midland, NC 28107. Phone: 704-888-2891. Click here to send us an email. Directions: travel 17 miles east of Charlotte, NC on NC 24-27,turn right on McManus Rd which dead ends in farm. Open September 15 - October 31 M - F 3 -6 pm Sat 10 - 5 pm Sun 1 - 5 PM.

Caswell County

  • Lunsford Farm - Flowers, Pumpkin, Strawberries
    1378 Ridgeville Road, Prospect Hill, NC 27314. Phone: (336) 562-5437. Directions: Take Hwy 86 south from Yanceyville to Ridgeville Road at Prospect Hill, turn left go 1.3 miles located on the right. Open: Apr-May & September to October (Call for days & hours of operation.). Crop availability: Strawberries - April-May Mums & Pumpkins - September to October

Chatham County

  • Hart's Pumpkin Farm - pumpkins, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, child-sized haybale maze, prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides, face painting, pony rides
    885 Meroney Church Road, Bear Creek, NC 27207. Email us at: ppettit@chatham.k12.nc.us. Directions: From Sanford, take 421 North to Hwy 902 in Bear Creek towards Pittsboro. Go approx 2 miles, take the Meroney Ch Rd to the right. Farm will be 1/8 mile on the Left. Follow signs. >From Greensboro, Take 421 South Crops are usually available in September. Open: October 1-31st 9 AM to 4 pm Monday thru Friday Payment: Cash, only. Hart's Pumpkin Festival kicks off the October Pumpkin Fest on the farm on September 29, 30, and October 1st, 2006. Gate opens at 10 AM until. 2006 prices: $6 per person, except Seniors and children under 6 years, $1. Music, Bands, Tractor Pulls, Craft vendors, Food galore, Games for kids of all ages.
  • Nicks Creek Produce - pumpkins, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field,
    5458 Siler City-Snow Camp Rd., Siler City, NC 27344. Phone: 919-200-1400. Email: captbuck@hughes.net. Directions: From Siler City intersection of hwy. 64 and MLK Blvd (which becomes Siler City-Snow Camp Rd.) North 4 1/2 miles on Snow Camp Rd., turn right at mailbox number 5458 on dirt rd. Go approx 1/2 mile following signs to Nicks Creek Landing. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: Call first! 919-200-1400 Pumpkins September 3-6 Payment: Cash, only.

Durham County

  • Ganyard Hill Farm - pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides, petting zoo
    309 Sherron Rd, Durham, NC 27703. Phone: 919-596-8728. Email us at: mganyard@nc.rr.com. Directions: Sherron Rd runs between U.S. 70 and NC 98 on the east side of Durham. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in September, October, November. Open: We are open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am until dusk and Sunday from 10:00 am until dusk. We open to the public and our pumpkin harvest season will begin on September 22, 2006. We will be open every day through October 31, 2006. Special events can be scheduled through Nov. 15, 2006. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard.

Forsyth County

Franklin County

  • Belinda's Pumpkins and Gourds - pumpkins, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field,
    184 Old Halifax Rd., Louisburg, NC 27612. Phone: 919-496-4761. Email: belinda@belindaspumpkins.com. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: Everyday from dawn until dusk starting in late September and running through October. Payment: Cash, Check. Pumpkins and gourds of all shapes and sizes, hay bales, corn stalks, and mums. Everything you need for your natural fall decorating needs at very low prices!
  • Hill Ridge Farms - hayrides, pumpkins, Fall Harvest festival, country store
    703 Tarboro Rd., Youngsville, NC, 27596. Phone: 1-919-556-1771 or 1-800-358-4170. Email us at: funonthefarm@hillridgefarms.com. Directions: click here for a map and directions. Open: 7 Days a Week from 9:00am to 6:30pm. Conference Center for big events-weddings, family gatherings, etc. Payment: credit cards, cash. Our Fall Harvest & Pumpkin Festival will begin on September 13 and will continue Every Day through November 9. During these special Harvest Festival Days, General Admission to the farm is $10.00 per person (ages 2+) and includes: One covered wagon Hayride with a free Pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch, Farm Animal Corral, Fish Feeding Dock, Kids' Playland, 80' Giant Slide, Picnic Grounds. Hill Ridge Farms Superpass $20.00: Includes everything above, plus: One Gem Stone Panning Bag and Unlimited Train Rides. Other attractions: Pony Rides will be available every weekend throughout the Festival for an additional $4 per child. Chuckwagon Grill will be selling Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Fries and more right here on the Farm grounds during these special Harvest Festival Weekends. Night Time Hayrides will tour our Back Woods on Saturday, October 18th and Saturday, October 25th, 2008. Night Time Hayrides are for groups of 25 or more people and are available by reservation only. Note: For safety reasons, free pumpkins are not included with Night Time Hayrides (October evenings are *very dark in the Pumpkin Patch*!) (UPDATED: October 24, 2008)
  • Vollmer Farm- pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, Honey from hives on the farm, prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
    677 NC highway 98e, Bunn, NC 27508. Phone: 919-496-3076. Fax: 919-340-2585. Email: fun@vollmerfarm.com. Directions: From highway 64E 1. Take highway 39N to highway 98E (Food Lion) 2. Take a right hand turn at Food Lion 3. Vollmer Farm is 1 mile on the left. From 401N/98E 1. Take 98E 9 miles to Bunn. 2. Turn right and stay on 98E at Bunn Exxon Station. 3. Stay on 98E 2 miles 4. Farm is on the left Please note that as of April 2007 the ONLY electronic mapping that will correctly get you to the farm is Google Maps. Open: Fall 2008 Hours: Farmer John's Market and Pick Your Own Open Now Mon - Sat: 9am to 6pm Sun: 1pm to 5pm Farmer John's Country Café Open Now Mon - Fri: 10am to 2pm Sat: 10am to 6pm Sun:1pm to 5pm Back Forty Playground: September 20th through November 2nd Open EVERY Weekend Saturday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm Sunday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Pumpkins and Gourds and Indian Corn along with winter vegetables -September - October Organic Strawberries and blue berries - April - July. We are certified organic for some crops. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard. Back Forty Activities: The Great Pumpkin Jump North Carolina’s largest in-ground jumping pillow that is tons of fun and a fabulous fitness activity for ALL ages! Hay Ride 2 Playgrounds Puzzle Corn Maze Udder Run Barrel Train No Left Turn Rope Maze Duck Races Rat Racers Tot Rocket Zip Line Farm Animals Windmill Mountain - 40 Foot Underground Slide Corn Cube - Over 100 Bushels of Corn. ( UPDATED: August 07, 2008)
  • The Vollmer Farm - Pumpkin, Hayrides, Corn Maze, 2 Punkin’ Playgrounds,
    617 Hwy 98 E, Bunn, NC 27508. Phone: (919) 496-3076. Phone: (919) 496-5007. Email: info@vollmerfarm.com. Open: Sunday 1 pm-6 pm, Monday - Saturday 9 am-7 pm; April 10 thru July 10 & September 10 thru November 10. Crop availability: Pumpkins & Indian corn - September-October. New: Giant Tire Playground featuring OVER 200 RECYCLED TIRES for Families who love to play around and around and around!. Homemade ice cream, bread, jam/preserves, Gourds, Organic Berries, Satellite Stations: Wake Forest, Henderson, Rolesville & Rocky Mount - Strawberries, Hayrides - September/October. Directions: Located on Hwy 98 east, 2 miles east of Bunn.
    Also:
    • Organic Egg Hen House
    • Beehive Observatory
    • Learn-to-Milk Make-Believe Cow
    • Windmill Mountain (40’ Underground Slide!)
    • Pumpkin slingshot
    • Fish & Duck Pond
    • Goat Walk
    • Puppet Shows
    • Strolling Characters

Guilford County

  • Covenant Church United Methodist, Inc - Pumpkin Patch, hayrides, pumpkins
    1526 Skeet Club Road, High Point, NC 27265, NC, 27265. Phone: 841-3242. Email agoodwin@carltonscale.com. Covenant Church United Methodist, Inc will be sponsoring their annual Halloween event this year as follows: 1) Pumpkin Patch begins Saturday, October 11th at 12:00 noon 2) Group hayrides, story telling, coloring station and small pumpkin selection is available to groups of 12 or more. The cost is $3.50 per person which includes hayride through the woods, small pumpkin from pumpkin patch of your choice, Halloween coloring sheets and a Halloween story told by one of our volunteers. Groups must schedule in advance, but we will accommodate your schedules. Email or call Amy Goodwin at 317-0300 or  to book your group today. Ideal for Schools, Day Cares, Girl Scout Groups, Boy Scout Groups, or any other organization. This runs from October 12th - October 31st. 3) Trick or Trunk Sunday, October 26th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm- FREE!! SAFE Halloween Trick or Treating for your kids! Church members decorate their cars and park in the back parking lot of the church and give out candy to kids. Kids should wear their costumes and bring their bags to collect lots of candy. There is also a free hayride for children this night from 5:00 to 7:00pm. 3) Haunted Trail (PG13) - offered on October 26th Hay ride entrance - Back parking lot of church October 26, 2008 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. $2.00/person, $5.00/family PG-13 Refreshments Available All proceeds support youth ministry and missions. (ADDED: October 07, 2008)
  • J.Razz & Tazz Farm -pumpkin patch (already gathered from the field), train rides, corn maze, haunted corn maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, school tours
    466 Peeden Drive, Gibsonville, NC 27249. Phone: (336) 697-2473 and (336) 698-0519. Email: jrazztazzfarm@aol.com. Directions: We are at the dead-end of Peeden Dr. off of Bethel Church Rd., beside of Eastern Guilford Middle School. Approximately 3 miles north of Interstate 40/85 and Rock Creek Dairy Rd. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: Friday 4pm to 10pm, Saturday 10am to 10pm, Sunday 1pm to 7pm and Monday thru Friday 10am to 4 pm for Group Reservations Only. We open to the public from September 19th through November 2nd for this season. Payment: Cash, only.
  • Kersey Valley Spookywoods - Haunted House, Hitch Hikers Revenge Tram Ride, Haunted Corn Field, Spookywoods Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Line Entertainment
    1615 Kersey Valley Rd, High Point, NC 27263. Phone: 336-821-9999. Email: Tony @Spookywoods.com (notice: take out the space in the address). Directions: Click here for maps and directions.  Open: Click here for dates & times. See these pages for more information: Attractions, Directions, Gallery, Tickets,  FAQ's, Coupon, Fun Links. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  • Maize Adventure Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Gem & Fossil Dig - pumpkins, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, train rides, corn maze, haunted corn maze, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides
    1615 Kersey Valley Rd, High Point, NC 27263. Phone: 336-431-1700. Email us at: info@kerseyvalley.com. Directions: Click here for maps and directions.  And Click here for picking updates. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: See website for dates and hours. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  • Sawyer Farms - Pumpkin, Squash, Corn, Gourds, Tours
    6346 Beulah Church Road, Liberty, NC 27298. Phone: (336) 685-9645. Email: asawyer3@bellsouth.net. Directions: Located 6346 Bellah Church Road: I-40/I85 Hwy 62 south, 11-12 miles, left on Alamance Church Road (caution light), 1 mile right on Bellah Church Road, 1/2 mile on right. Also located 4605 Randleman Road: I-40/I85 bypass around Greensboro, NC south on Randleman Road, 5 one half miles to stand on left. Open: Call for days & hours of operation. April 20 thru October 31.

Granville County

  • Magic Meadows - pumpkins, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, prepicked produce, petting zoo
    7146-B HWY 15, Oxford, NC 27565. Phone: 919-690-0326. Email us at: Magicmeadows2000@yahoo.com. Directions: From I-85 take the Hwy 15 exit Oxford/Clarksville follow Hwy 15 north thru Oxford. Farm is 5.1 miles north of town where Hwy 15 crosses the Hwy 158 loop around Oxford. it is on the right side of Hwy. There is a 4x8 sign that says Magic Meadows drive is on right side of road just before sign turn between split rail fence. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: All week 10am to 8pm except Sunday Sunday 1pm to 6pm Pumpkins: should be available mid September thru Thanksgiving depending on weather Payment: Cash, Check. We also grow grass hay and breed horses and Rotties. We love children so please bring them to see the horses.

Harnett County

  • The Maze At Hector's Creek - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, corn cannon, tractor-pulled hay rides, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    175 Old Mill Road, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526. Phone: 919.552.0823. Fax: 919.577.2262. Email: pam@hectorscreekfarm.com. Directions: From Fuquay Varina take US highway 401 South. Turn Right at Rawls Baptist Church. Proceed approx 2 miles. Turn Left onto Old Mill Road. Proceed approx .10 of mile parking on right. Wait for Haywagon in parking area. Click here for a map and directions. Crops are usually available in October. Open: School tours by appointment only September 15 to November 7, 2008 9:30 to 2:00 10 or more; Open to public Friday 2:30 to 9:00; Saturday 11:00am to 9:00pm September 26 to November 1, 2008; Closed Sunday except for churches by appointment 70 or more. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard. (UPDATED: September 13, 2008)

Iredell County

  • Carrigan Farms - Strawberries, asparagus, peaches, apples, pumpkins, seasonal vegetables.
    Intersection of 150 & 152, 1261 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy., Mooresville, NC 28115. Phone: 704-664-1450 days, Phone: 704-664-5222 nights (local call from Charlotte).  Email: Doug@carriganfarms.com or Kelly@carriganfarms.com.  Directions:  Take I-77 north to Exit 36. Turn right onto N.C. 150. Go 5.2 miles. Farm is on the left.
    • Open: Monday - Saturday from 8am- 6pm and Sunday from 1pm-6pm.  These are the hours, except during the month of May when we are open until 8pm Monday- Saturday. Strawberries available about May 1-June 10. Asparagus, now through May 15; peaches, June 25-Aug. 15; apples, September 1-October 15; pumpkins, October. Strawberries $6.50 a gallon pick-your-own. Restroom, cold drinks, take-home containers available. More information:  School, Night hayrides, Directions .
  • Howards Strawberries - Pumpkins, Strawberries
    250 Crater Road, Harmony, NC 28634. Phone: 704-539-4994. Strawberries.  Early May opening. Strawberries - May-early June Sweet Corn - July Pumpkins - late September and October. Eight acres. $4.75 pick-your-own on black plastic. $6 ready-picked. 7 am to 8 pm, Mondays-Saturdays. Restroom, water, cold drinks available.  Directions:  15 miles north of Statesville. Take I-77 north to Exit 65 (Harmony-Union Grove). Turn right. Follow signs. One mile off I-77.

Johnston County

  • Porter Farms & Nursery - Cantaloupe, Corn, Flowers, Pumpkin, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Vegetables, Watermelon, Beans, Cabbage, Eggplant, Gourds, Peppers, Potatoes, Squash, Zucchini, Cut Flowers, Mums
    3660 Plain View Church Road, Angier, NC 27501. Phone: 9193318080. Email: getfresh@porterfarmsandnursery.com. Open: Sunday noon to 6 pm, Monday to Friday 8:30 am-7 pm, Saturday 8 am-6 pm; mid April thru Halloween. Crop availability: Strawberries - April-June Sweet Corn, Cantaloupe, Zucchinni, Peas, Okra, Squash, Butterbeans, Eggplant, Watermelon, Potatoes, Cabbage, Peppers, Cut flowers & Tomatoes - May-August Pumpkins, Gourds & Mums - September & October. Directions: Located on 3504 NC Hwy 42, Willow Springs, NC, 6 miles west of I-40/42 intersection & 5 miles east of Fuquay Varina.
  • Wilson's Family Market - pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    5368 Wilson's Mills Road, Clayton, NC 27520. Phone: 919=934-6918. Fax: 919-934-0429. Email: wilsonsfamilymarket@dockpoint.net. Directions: Call for directions. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in All year. Open: Tuesday to Saturday, 8 am to 6 pm, Sunday, 1 pm to 5 pm, Mondays: closed; Call for seasonal hours. Strawberries: Mid April, Pumpkin Patch: Starts October 1st, Christmas Trees: Day after Thanksgiving till Christmas Eve. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard. Nahunta meat products, hoop cheese, canned goods, seasoned and cooked collards and turnip greens, butterbeans, peas, hot house tomatoes, homemade baked goods, flowers, shrubs, gift items. (ADDED: September 18, 2008)

Lee County

  • Gross Farms - corn maze and pumpkin patch
    1606 Pickett Road, Sanford, North Carolina 27332. Phone Number: 919-498-6727. Email: info@grossfarms.com. or Email: jtgross@alltel.net. Haunted Maze & Trail Evenings: October 22, 23, 28 - 31.  Open 2005 Season: September 1 - October 31, Saturday 10 am to 10 pm, Sunday 1 pm - Dusk.  Open Mon - Fri by appointment only. Directions: Take Hwy 87 South from Sanford, go 4 miles turn left onto Pickett Road, go 1/2 mile farm on left.

Mecklenburg County

  • Buck's Pumpkin Patch - Pumpkins UPDATE October 24, 2006: CLOSED
    3800 Back Creek Church Road, Charlotte, NC 28213.
  • The Farm At Hodges Dairy - pumpkins, other vegetables, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, horse-drawn hay rides, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, pony rides, petting zoo
    3900 Rocky River RD E, Charlotte, NC 28215. Phone: 704-494-0107. Email us at: Hodgesdairyfarm@aol.com. Directions: East off W T Harris go two miles on Rocky River Rd e. just past Reedy Creek Park or head west on Rocky River Rd. for two miles off 485 at exit 36. We are at the hundred year old farm house located in the UNCC area park And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in April through October. Open: 12 till dark each day except Saturday we are open at 10 am al thru the month of October Pumpkins all of October Payment: Cash, Check. We also offer horse back riding lessons for the kids with special needs (KIDSREIN.COM) and for the public by appointment only, birthday party and other special events. We are a family owned, working farm and the house, 5 outbuildings and the land itself are listed on the National, State and local Registry of Historic Places.
  • Hunter Farm -  Pumpkins, Christmas Trees, Flowers
    13624 Providence Road, Weddington, NC. . Phone: 704-846-7975. Fax: 704-846-7975.  Twelve to 14 acres of berries on plastic. Crop availability:  Pumpkins - October-November Christmas Trees -November 25-December 24. Restroom, picnic area, cold drinks available. Open: Sunday noon to 8 pm, Monday-Saturday 8 am to 8 pm. Farm Weddington Activities Center, 10 am to 4 p.m. May 10. Directions:  Take N.C. 16 (Providence Road) and go 5 miles past N.C. 51 to Weddington, 2 miles south of the I-485 interchange. (From I-485, take Exit 57 and go south on N.C. 16.) Watch for the sign with the strawberry on the right, across from the Winn-Dixie. Click here for a map to our farm. Roadside stand at Hemby and Providence roads, about one quarter mile before main entrance. Also prepicked Greenhouse Tomatoes,
  • Rural Hill - corn maze
    4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, NC, 28078. Phone: 704-875-3113. Email: office@ruralhill.net. Directions: For a map and directions, click here. Open: Corn maze  is open every year from September and October,Thursday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 5 pm; The farm is open Monday-Saturday from 9am to 5pm year round with educational tours and programs, and special events to include the Amazing Maze, the Loch Norman Highland Games, the Battle of Cowan's Ford reenactment, and the Sheep Dog Trials. The farm is still an active farm with a variety of crops being planted annually to include wheat, soy bean, and small gardens which include tomatoes, squash, beans, corn, and okra. There are also animals to see on site. Rural Hill Farm is a 265 acre historic farm dating back to 1760 and remained in the family of Major John Davidson for six consecutive generations. It is the oldest and largest public historic site in Mecklenburg County. There are currently no vegetables visitors can pick and purchase, but there are future plans to provide such an activity.  Rural Hill hosts a 1760 style Thanksgiving living history event of the Colonial era which includes skilled craftsmen and artisan demonstrations and militia soldiers performing various drills and maneuvers.  Other activities to see are 18th century children’s games, musket firing demonstrations and open hearth Colonial style cooking, which the ladies will be preparing an actual Thanksgiving dinner.  One of the premiere demonstrations of the weekend is an actual log cabin raising, which volunteers work throughout the Fall to construct by hand

Mitchell County

Moore County

  • Pressley Farms "Berry Patch" - Cantaloupe, Corn, Onions, Pumpkin, Strawberries, Vegetables, Watermelon, Crop Maze, Picnic Facilities, Hay Rides, Tours
    1051 Union Church Road, Cameron, NC 28326. Phone: (910) 947-5775. Phone: (910) 947-2735. Email:  jbailey910@earthlink.net. Open: Monday-Saturday 7 am-6 pm; mid April thru September Crop availability: Strawberries - April-June Green Onions - April Cantaloupes - June-July Sweet corn & vegetables - June-Aug Watermelon - July Pumpkins - September to October. Corn maze, hayrides, picnic areas. Church & Civic groups, birthday parties and school groups welcomed. Directions: Located 5 miles north of Carthage on NC 15-501. Turn right on Bryant Road 1/2 mile on right.

Randolph County

  • Hill's Orchard and Vineyard - apples , grapes, muscadines, scuppernongs
    3452 Marvin Hill Place, Trinity, NC 27370. Phone: (336) 475-7042. Email: hillsplace@northstate.net. Directions: Take exit #106 off I-85, (Finch Farm Road) between Thomasville and Archdale, NC; Travel east on Finch Farm Rd. exactly one and one-half miles, Turn left into driveway at orchard sign.
  • Millstone Creek Orchards - Apple, Cantaloupe, Corn, Peach, Pumpkin, Tomatoes, Vegetables, Hay Rides, Pecan, Peppers, Squash, Watermelon
    506 Parks Crossroad Church Road, Ramseur, NC 27316. Phone: (336) 824-5263. Phone: (336) 824-2699. Email: millstonecreek@direcway.com. Open: Sunday 1 pm-5:30 pm, Wednesday-Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm; July thru December 22. Crop availability: Corn - June-August Cantaloupe, Beans, Watermelon, Squash & Peaches - July & August Tomatoes - June-October Okra - July-September Pears - August-September Apples - August-November Pumpkins - September-November Pecans - November & December. Fall Apple Festival, Pumpkin Day, Apple cider, gift shop, tours, hayrides & Pick Your Own fruits & vegetables. Directions: Located at 506 Parks Crossroad Church Road, Ramseur, NC approximately 4 miles east of Ramseur, then right on Parks Crossroad Church Road one mile, farm on right. Located 12 miles east of Asheboro, right on Parks Crossroad Church Road, one mile on right.
  • Peterson Farm - Pumpkins
    4255 Mt. Gilead Church Road, Sophia, NC 27350. Phone: (336) 861-4062. Email: carawayfriends@northstate.net. Open: Monday - Saturday noon to 8 pm; year-round. Crop availability: October: Heirloom pumpkins & Winter squash. Farmer's Fair, Salisbury St, Asheboro, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday June thru September; Farm tours by appointment. Directions: From US 220 in Asheboro, take US 64 West 7 miles, to Hoover Hill Road turn right, 4 miles to Mt. Gilead Church Road, turn right. Farm .7 mile on right at sign.
  • Whitaker Farms - Cantaloupe, Cucumber, Flowers, Greenhouse Tomatoes, Peppers, Pumpkin, Squash, Strawberries, Tomatoes,
    2991 Providence Church Road, Climax, NC 27233. Phone: (336) 685-4888. Email: whitakerfarm@northstate.net. Open: Monday to Friday 9 am-6 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm; March 1 thru December 24. Landscape design, hospice sale & farm tours. Directions: Two locations: Located at 2991Providence Church Road, Climax, NC between Hwy 220 at Level Cross and Hwy 22 at Red Cross, 12 miles south of Greensboro also located at 4715 Hwy 64 East, Franklinville, NC between Asheboro and Ramseur.

Rockingham County

  • Riverside Farms - Fall hayrides, pumpkin patch, and farm animals, Flowers, Gourds, Pumpkin, Strawberries, Vegetables, Hanging Baskets, Vegetable Plants, Corn, Christmas Trees
    241 Riverson Road, Madison, NC 27025. Phone: (336) 427-5937. Email: donna_fulp@netzero.com. Open: Monday - Saturday 8 am-6 pm; April thru November. Crop availability: Strawberries - May-June Vegetable plants - April-June Hanging Baskets & Flowers - April-July Vegetables - June-October Pumpkins, Gourds & Mums - September-October Christmas Trees - November-December Hay & Pine straw - year-round. Directions: From Hwy 311 in Madison. Turn on Lindsey Bridge Road, go past the river and turn left on Riverson Road. Roadside stand on left. We also offer the farm for church groups, school groups and tours, picnics, and birthday parties.
  • Southern Produce - pumpkins, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, prepicked produce, farm animals
    4942 Ellisboro Rd, Stokesdale, NC 27357. Phone: 336-427-2571. Email: dlsouth190@embarqmail.com. Directions: Just 2 miles from highway 68 & 158. From Greensboro take highway 68N to 158W. At stop light take a right on highway 65 (Bi-Rite Grocery Store), take next left on Ellisboro Road at stop light. Farm is 1 mile on the left. Nice drive from the city. Enjoy all the farms and Cattle nearby!. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in May, June, July, August, September, October. Open: Open Daylight hours during growing season!. Payment: Cash, only. (UPDATED: September 24, 2008)

Rowan County

  • Patterson Farm, Inc. - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, tractor-pulled hay rides, , prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, pony rides, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    10390 Caldwell Road, Mt. Ulla, NC 28125. Phone: 704-797-0013. Fax: 704-636-5009. Email: Market@Pattersonfarminc.com. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in May, June, July, August, September, October. Open: Market hours vary with the season; Please call for hours. Strawberries - May Tomatoes - July 1 - October 30 Tours: Spring Pizza Tours - April Strawberry Patch Tours - May Tomato Patch Tours - July Dirt on Dirt Tours - September Pumpkin Patch Tours - October. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard.

Stokes County

Union County

  • AW Shucks - corn maze, pumpkin patch - pick in the field, hayrides, farm animals, restrooms,
    3718 Plyler Mill Rd., Monroe , NC, 28112. Phone: 704-709-7000. Email us at: bonnie@awshuckscornmaze.com. Directions: From Downtown Charlotte, NC: Click here for a Google Map Aw Shucks! is on the right after Griffith Road! Open: September 13th - November 23rd (in 2008); see this page for current dates, hours and prices. Payment: Cash, Credit cards. See above.. Old Fashioned General Store or enjoy a Hayride to the Pumkin Patch! Farm Animals! Aw Shucks! now has some adorable, visiting animals (click on Animal Barn for details). Bonfires! We now have a private setting for your group to enjoy a campfire atmosphere (ask about our "smore" kits in the General Store). Public Restrooms! Flashlight Nights open Wednesday Nights 6pm-8:30pm. Bring a Flashlight!! Our paths are cut wide and strollers and wagons are welcome. Maps are given to visitors to guide you through the maze and employees are in and out to check on you. For an extra adventure, try the maze at NIGHT! (Bring a flashlight) Picnic Area: We have plenty of Picnic areas. Feel free to bring your own food. In our General Store you will find sodas, water, snacks, candy, popcorn, and lots of unique gifts!

Wake County

  • Greenlevel Gourd Farm - Gourds, pumpkins, hayrides, gourd crafts,  picnic area, farm animals
    3800 Greenlevel Road West, Apex, NC 27523. Phone: 919-387-7352. Email: sandyjockisch@bellsouth.net. Directions: Greenlevel Gourd Farm is located at 3800 Greenlevel Rd. West. Take Hwy 64 West to Greenlevel Church Rd. Turn on Greenlevel Church Rd. and travel 2.7 miles to Greenlevel Rd. West. Turn left and travel to 6th house on right. Open: Daily during October, 10 am to 6 pm.  Sunday afternoons during the month of December from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. Gourd gift shop hours 1:00-5:00 PM Tuesday thru Sunday year round. Also offers: pumpkins, gourds, gourd crafts, donkey rides on weekends, Halloween goodies. Halloween hay ride 7 days a week during the month of October. Payment: Cash, check, no credit cards.  A visitor writes on September 26, 2008: "Cutest hayride ever! lots of Halloween decorations, very festive! Historic farm setting with old farm house and buildings. Old (Historic) farm equipment" (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: September 26, 2008)
  • Hill Ridge Farm - pumpkins, pony ride, hayride, train ride
    703 Tarboro Road - Youngsville, NC 27596. Phone: (919) 556-1771. Or Phone: 800-358-4170. Fax: 919-556-5881. Email: . Directions: click here for Directions. Open: 7 Days a Week 9:00am - 6:30pm. 2008 information, from their website: Fall Festival General Admission - $10.00 (Fall General Admission also includes Hayride & Pumpkin!) Children under 2 years old are admitted FREE! Train Rides: $2.50; Gem Stone Panning: $6.00; Pony Rides: $4.00 (Sept. 13th-Nov. 9th) Weekends Only.
    A visitor writes on September 21, 2008:     "It is a great experience for kids and adults. It is the coolest place. For the admission price of $10, you walk away with an awesome experience PLUS a pumpkin! They have a country store that sells lots of canned food such as apple butter, pickles, salsa, etc. and a lot other things. They have a pony ride, hayride, train ride and a cool slide. It is an amazing family experience. " (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: September 21, 2008)
  • Ken's Korny Corn Maze - corn maze, children's maze, rope maze,
    3175 Benson Highway, Garner, NC, 27529. Phone: 919-779-4765. Directions: Click here for Directions. Open: Friday 4-9 Saturday 10-9 Sunday 1-7 Run's until November 15, 2008. 2008 prices: $10.00 Adult, 6-12 $8.00, 3-5 $4.00 HayRides Daytime only $4.00. New 24 Foot Super Slide. Children's Maze - Small maze made from straw for the beginners. Rope Maze - 8,000 square feet of fun. Games -Miniature golf and pumpkin bowling. Concessions - Hot dogs, Pelican's Snowballs, Chick-Fil-A sandwiches, funnel cakes, nachos, popcorn drinks and specialty coffee hot and cold with picnic area. Photo Opportunities - Straw creatures, giant pumpkin, cutouts and very large straw man. Straw Critters - Giant spider, caterpillar and bumble bee. Tractor made out of large round bales of straw for playing. Gourd Checkers - Large playing board with Jack-Be-Little pumpkins. Fun for all ages! Monster Truck and Tractor wooden playground equipment.  (UPDATED: October 05, 2008)
  • The Maze At Hector's Creek - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, train rides, corn maze, corn cannon, tractor-pulled hay rides, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    175 Old Mill Road, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526. Phone: 919-552-0823. Fax: 919-577-2262. Email: pam@hectorscreekfarm.com. Directions: From Fuquay Varina follow US highway 401 South toward Lillington. Turn RIGHT onto RAWLS CHURCH ROAD. Proceed approx. 2 miles Turn LEFT onto OLD MILL ROAD. 1/10 mile on right is parking area. Wait for haywagon to pick you up. Crops are usually available in October. Open: School Groups: Monday to Thursday 9:30am to 2:00pm; Open to the Public Friday 2:30pm to 9:00pm; Saturday 11:00am to 9:00pm; CLOSED Sunday except for church groups of 70 or more and by appointment. Corn maze Sept 26 to November 1; $10 per person; Concessions on weekends; Thank you for not bringing food; School tours Sept 15 to November 7; lessons taught on farm meet NCSCS; $7 per person; Visit our website for more info.  School groups are allowed to bring lunches. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard. We look forward to seeing you at The Maze At Hector's Creek. We offer fun for the whole family. We also rent our pavilion for reunions, business meetings, corporate picnics and church dinners. Call for more information. For more information see these pages: Calendar of Events, Attractions, Location / Directions, Photos, (UPDATED: October 14, 2008)
  • Olde Country Produce & Mulch - Beans, Christmas Tree Live, Corn, Pumpkin, Squash, Strawberries
    8824 Poole Road, Knightdale, NC 27545. Phone: (919) 217-0411. Email: kirkfarms@bellsouth.net. Open: Monday to Friday 7 am-7 pm, Saturday 7 am-5 pm. Crop availability: Strawberries - late April-June Corn - May-June Butterbeans, Peas & Squash - June-July Mums & Pumpkins - September-October Christmas Trees - November 25-December 24. Mulch, Crop Compost, Wheat & Pine Straw. Directions: Located 6.5 miles east of I-440 off Poole Road exit 15.

 

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