Louisiana’s ‘Absolute Best’ Pumpkin Patches
Fall, will hopefully, bring some welcomed cooler temperatures throughout Acadiana and Louisiana. Along with Fall, and hopefully cooler temps, comes pumpkin patches.
There are quite a few fantastic pumpkin patches throughout Louisiana, but which ones have been voted the "Absolute Best" in the state?
Let's take a look...
Louisiana Pumpkin Patches
People enjoy pumpkin patches for several reasons, often tied to seasonal traditions, family fun, and the nostalgia of Fall.
Many pumpkin patches offer more than just pumpkins. They often have hayrides, corn mazes, petting zoos, and photo opportunities, making them fun for people of all ages, especially families with young children.
Some pumpkin patches sell more than just pumpkins; they may also offer locally made crafts, baked goods, and seasonal foods like caramel apples, fresh pies, and hot beverages, adding to the appeal.
Pumpkin patches also offer great photo opportunities, which appeals to people looking to capture seasonal memories and share them on social media.
Best Pumpkin Patches In Louisiana
When it comes to pumpkin patches, all are not created equal.
Most are great, but there are a few in Louisiana that just it better than everyone else.
From onlyinyourstate.com -
"Even though we still may be experiencing some summer temperatures, these pumpkin patches will soon start opening their gates and letting you come through with your crew to pick up some pumpkins to decorate for the season.
There are dozens and dozens of pumpkin patches around the state, but these pumpkin patches in Louisiana go the extra mile with endless activities and photo opportunities to enjoy."
Onlyinyourstate.com breaks it down to the 4 "Absolute Best" pumpkin patches in Louisiana, and one of the four is right here in Acadiana.
1. Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch
Address - 11215 Lees Lane, Hammond, Louisiana
Phone Number +1 225-567-3493
Email - farmforkids@yahoo.com
Website - thfarms.com
From onlyinyourstate.com -
"Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch offers a lengthy list of activities for the family to enjoy, including face painting, a corn maze, a hay maze, seesaws, a jumping pillow, and so much more. Special cartoon characters often make an appearance."
2. Curry Farms
Address - 548 Robinson Dr., Rayville, Louisiana
Phone Number - +1 318-728-6203
Email - bentleycurry@aol.com
Website - curryfarms.net
From onlyinyourstate.com -
"This pumpkin patch near Monroe is perfect for a fall afternoon. The pumpkin patch opens on September 28 and runs until November 3, 2024.
Curry Farms boasts nearly 20 activities to enjoy including a tractor tire carousel, sluice mining, a corn maze, hay rides, and so much more."
3. DixieMaze Farms
Address - 9596 Sentell Rd, Shreveport, Louisiana
Phone Number - +1 318-703-2870
Email - info@dixiemaze.com
Website - dixiemaze.com
From onlyinyourstate.com -
"Dixie Maze Farms will have a wide range of pumpkins to choose from, as well as all your favorite farm activities. The corn maze at DixieMaze Farms is one of the best in Louisiana, and every year it’s something different.
They host movie nights on the weekends, and closer to Halloween the corn maze gets a haunted upgrade on select nights."
4. Poche’s Patch & Maze
Address - 930 Guilbeau Road, Lafayette, Louisiana
Email - jamie@pochespatch.com
Website - pochespatch.com
From onlyinyourstate.com -
"Folks living in Cajun Country will have a blast picking the perfect pumpkin at Poche’s Patch & Maze. As one of the best pumpkin patches near Lafayette, the whole family will love an autumn day spent here.
The pumpkin patch opens at the end of September, and runs until Halloween."
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