These 6 Mississippi Pumpkin Patches Let Families Pick, Ride Hay Wagons, And Get Lost In Corn Mazes This October
The first cool morning of fall in Mississippi has a way of pulling people outside, even if they only meant to grab a coffee and head home. Somewhere down a gravel road, a field full of orange pumpkins is waiting, along with a creaky wagon and a maze of tall, rustling corn.
Pumpkin patches across the state turn ordinary weekends into the kind of days families still talk about years later. Here are six farms where you can pick your own pumpkin, ride the hay wagon, and find your way out of a corn maze this October.
1. Bull Bottom Farms, Duck Hill, MS
Thousands of pumpkins sit waiting in the fields at this family-owned farm, so nobody has to settle for a lopsided leftover. Families wander the rows, compare shapes and sizes, and haul their favorites back by hand.
Picking your own is the main event, but it is far from the only one.
Out past the patch, a corn maze twists through the stalks, and hay rides roll across the property for a slower view of the land. Younger visitors tend to light up at the cow train ride, the swings, the slides, and the jumping pillow.
A corn box, which works like a sandbox filled with dried kernels, keeps toddlers busy for ages. Corn cannons and a Wild West Tiny Town add a playful twist, and go-carts round out the lineup.
Little ones get the most out of the place, since many attractions are built with small legs in mind. Older kids may find it a bit tame, so plan around who is coming along.
The 2026 season begins September 26. Hours run Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m., with weekdays closed.
Free on-site parking makes arrival easy, and the farm sits within a short drive of Grenada and Winona.
2. Wise Family Farm, Pontotoc, MS
Picture a wagon bumping slowly toward a patch of pumpkins while kids lean over the rails to spot the biggest one first. That scene plays out every fall weekend at this Pontotoc farm, which stays open from April through December but really shines once October arrives.
Unlike some bigger operations, the layout here never feels overwhelming for small children. There are animals to feed, games to play, a corn maze to explore, and dozens of photo spots set up around the grounds.
Hot food is available to order on-site, so a lunch break can happen without leaving. A play park gives restless legs one more outlet after the meal.
Budget a little extra for the patch itself. Recent admission has been about 14.95 dollars for all ages, and pumpkins cost around 3 dollars each on top of that, rather than being bundled in.
Prices can shift from year to year, so checking the farm website before heading out is a smart move.
Fall hours run Wednesday and Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m., Friday from 2 to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. Free parking sits right on the property.
3. Williams Family Farms, Wiggins, MS
Ten minutes. That is roughly how long the tractor-pulled hayride takes to reach the pumpkin field at this Wiggins farm, and the trip is half the fun.
Because the patch sits apart from the main activity area, the ride feels like a small journey across open South Mississippi countryside.
Once the wagon stops, families spread out across a large U-Pick patch to hunt for the right pumpkin. Grandparents, parents, and kids all seem to find their own favorite, and the fields are pretty enough to slow everyone down.
Back near the main grounds, a maze sits within easy walking distance, a good fit for younger explorers who want an adventure without a long hike.
The farm keeps busy most of the year. Summer brings U-Pick flowers, and since 2024 the property has offered U-Pick Christmas trees, so a fall visit can easily turn into a winter return trip.
Activities are simpler here than at farms with big playgrounds, and some families find the price a touch high for the number of attractions. The scenery and the long ride out tend to make up for it.
Coast residents should expect a bit of a drive from Biloxi. Check the farm website for current season dates and weekend hours.
4. Cedar Hill Farm, The Barn., Hernando, MS
Pig races. Few pumpkin patches can promise that, but this 120-acre farm near Hernando has been mixing farm chores with pure entertainment since 1996.
Family owned and operated, it grows berries, pumpkins, and Christmas trees, and it runs a restaurant called The Barn on the property.
Fall is when the place hums. A tractor hayride carries guests out to pick pumpkins straight from the vine, and a large corn maze waits for anyone who wants to get turned around.
Recent tractor rides to the patch have run about 15 dollars, while a stand near the front sells pre-picked pumpkins and gourds for quicker trips.
The list of extras keeps going: a petting and feeding zoo, pony rides, honeybees, paintball, playgrounds, and a pirate ship play area. A general store stocks fresh eggs, honey, and root beer floats, and a snack bar handles hungrier moments.
On Friday and Saturday nights in October, costumed ghost hunters sometimes make appearances too.
Hours run Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with longer evenings Friday through Sunday. Dogs are welcome, and parking is free.
Check the farm website for exact fall season dates before you go.
5. Southern Promiseland Farm, Kiln, MS
Ever tried solving a mystery inside a corn maze? Near the Mississippi Gulf Coast, this Kiln farm offers a farmer-themed take on the classic board game Clue, turning a walk through the stalks into a detective game.
It is one of the most creative maze setups in the state.
The main maze covers about 10 acres, so plan for some wandering. A smaller maze gives younger children a version they can finish without getting frustrated.
Between those two, every age group has its own challenge.
Getting to the pumpkins is just as simple. A hayride carries families out to the patch, waits while everyone chooses, and brings them right back to the front.
Pumpkins have recently run about 5 dollars each, and a selection of gourds adds options for porch decorating.
Plenty more fills the afternoon. Live farm animals, a playground, and other extras keep kids moving between activities, which makes this a strong pick for families new to the area who want everything in one spot.
Farm events and pumpkin patch hayrides run throughout October weekends. Since schedules can change with weather and season, check the farm website for current hours and special event dates before making the trip.
6. Mitchell Farms Peanut Farm open Aug- Oct and Pumpkin Patch open Sept 27-Nov 2; Sat 9-6 and Sun 1-5, Collins, MS
Boiled peanuts and pumpkins make an unusually Southern pairing, and this Collins farm has been serving both for more than 20 years. Known as one of the largest pumpkin patches in Mississippi, it runs a peanut farm from August through October alongside its fall patch.
Admission is about 20 dollars and includes a pumpkin, which takes the guesswork out of budgeting. A hayride drives guests straight out to the pumpkin field, so nobody has to lug a heavy pick across the property.
Train rides offer another way to see the grounds.
After the patch, the corn maze is ready for a walk-through, and a sunflower patch plus a butterfly garden add color for photos. Farm animals and giant slides give kids plenty to bounce between.
Snacks are a big part of the draw, with kettle corn, caramel apples, blueberry lemonade, and those famous boiled peanuts all on the menu.
The pumpkin patch is listed as open from September 27 through November 2, with hours on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Weekdays are closed.
Free on-site parking is available, and the farm website posts any special holiday hours.