Author Vicky Lewis - 
It is finally fall. Leaves are changing and the weather is getting kind of chilly. The next thing on your to-do list is finding the perfect pumpkin for your fall decor, or maybe even that pumpkin dessert you have been craving all summer. Here are a few great places to help with your pumpkin needs.
1. The Great Pumpkin Patch
Location: 288 Hwy 45 in Hayden, AL
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am – 4pm
Friday and Saturday 8am – 6pm
Sunday 1pm – 6pm
If you are looking for a farm day getaway, The Great Pumpkin Patch is for you, your family and friends. Admission to this patch is FREE, but you will have to pay for each activity, and they have quite a few attractions! With an inflatable park, new Bungee Run, a Train Ride through the patch, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, and a Hay Pyramid for monkeying around, this place is definitely fun for all ages.
2. Old Baker Farm
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Location: 184 Furrow Lane, Harpersville, AL 35078
Hours: Weekday 3pm – Dark
Saturday 9am – Dark
Sunday 1pm – Dark
This traditional family farm is known for their Cotton Pickin’ Celebration every October. Admission is $10 per person which includes a pumpkin and all events excluding food, arts and crafts and the horseback rides. This place is a fan favorite for taking fall family photos or even just scenic farm views. Check out their many events and have a grand pumpkin picking time.
3. Griffin Farms Pumpkin Patch
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Location: 826 Griffin Rd, West Blocton, AL 35184
Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 2pm
Saturday 9am – 6pm
Sunday 12pm – 6pm
From Dairy Farm to Pumpkin experts, the Griffin Farms Pumpkin Patch will have your perfect pumpkin. This place is all inclusive! For $10 you will have access to Hayrides, Corn Cribs, Corn Maze, Petting Zoo, Swings, and Bouncy Obstacle Course. This is the only place with an 18ft rock climbing wall, an 7ft kids climbing wall, and a 450ft Zip Line. That definitely equals a day of adventure. The price also includes one pumpkin per person.
Check out these patches for your major pumpkin needs.
Vicky LewisSenior at UAB, Poodle Enthusiast, Hiking Novice
