Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Haunted Trails Around the Carolinas

Article Courtesy of Helen Adams Realty / The HAR Blog

The Charlotte area is finally feeling those fall temperatures start to arrive, which means it’s time to check out pumpkin patches with friends and family. An October tradition for many people, there are countless pumpkin patches around the Carolinas with different tricks and treats to enjoy. October is typically the month that our temperatures and closets transition to those cooler temps, so bring on the fall festivities with these farms around town. 

 

Aw Shucks! Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch

Aw Shucks Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch hosts their fall season through November 15 with different hours for weekdays and weekend trips. You can expect a corn maze, pallet maze and fence maze, hayrides, an animal barn, pumpkin bowling, and an 1800s train car! Bring the whole family to the farm in Monroe to get into all of the fall fun.

 

Carrigan Farms

Carrigan Farms is a Charlotte-area staple for hosting apple picking, pumpkin patches, lake swimming, and their own haunted trail. The Mooresville family farm grows local fruits and vegetables like zucchini, asparagus, and so much more. Reservations are required for pumpkin picking so check their website for more details and reservation information.

 

Patterson Farm

Located in Mount Ulla, the Patterson Farm Market and Tours team is dedicated to educating people about their food sources while providing fun, hands-on, and interactive teaching opportunities at their farm. Their Pumpkin Patch Tours are recommended for young children, but the whole family can enjoy the other fall activities. Pumpkin Patch Tours, Treasure Mine Adventures, Corn Maize Tours, and geocaching appointments are available through their website. Be sure to check their COVID-19 fact sheet online, too.

 

Shelby Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch

The fall fun at Shelby Corn Maze includes an 8-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, over 40 other attractions, plus a haunted maze! Family entertainment, outdoor fun, and plenty of seasonal snacks are what you can expect at Shelby Corn Maze. Check it out online.

 

Hunter Farm

No pumpkin patch reservations are required at Hunter Farm this fall. Their fall pumpkin patch is a great place for the whole family to enjoy the thrill of the hunt for the perfect pumpkin! Other farm-friendly activities will include a wagon ride, milk barn, petting barn, and nighttime bonfires and hayrides. Find out more info online.

 

Wise Acres Organic Farm

Wise Acres Organic Farm puts a new twist on classic fall festivities with a sun hemp maze, a wagon ride through the woods, a wooded fall scavenger hunt, a pumpkin patch, and animals to visit. Enjoy the barrel train and shop for mums, pumpkins, slushies and other seasonal fresh products. Reservations are required.

 


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