October is the month of pumpkins and you can enjoy picking your very own at these Chattanooga pumpkin patches.
Not only do these local farms offer pumpkin picking, they have additional fall fun activities like corn mazes, kids activities, food, and more. Keep reading to learn more about Chattanooga’s best local pumpkin patch farms.
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Aubie Smith Farms
When: late September through late October
Open: Monday-Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday: 9am-7pm
Sunday: 9am-6pm
Cost: pumpkin (prices vary) plus optional kids zone and activities
Where: Ooltewah, TN
9626 Ooltewah Georgetown Road
Website: Aubie Smith Farms Facebook Page
Aubie Smith Farms is best known for their seasonal farm fun. In the fall time, they have over 50 varieties of pumpkins to choose from, both pre-picked and still ready to find out in the patch. But not only are they a go-to spot for Chattanooga pumpkins, they also have a kids zone with bouncy houses, a barn slide, peddle tractors, and more. In addition to this there’s paintball, a wagon ride, and a barrel cow train. Not to mention, there’s food trucks and sometimes additional activities not even mentioned here. If you’re looking for a Chattanooga pumpkin patch and family fun for the day, you’ve gotta check out Aubie Smith Farms.
Ocoee Valley Farms
When: late September through early November
Open: Friday: 5pm-9pm
Saturday: 11am-8pm
Sunday: 1pm-5pm
Cost: farm admission fee + pumpkin (prices vary)
Where: Benton, TN
1371 Hwy 64
Website: Ocoee Valley Farms
Ocoee Valley Farms, best known as the River Maze, is so much more than the main attraction of the giant corn maze. They also have a huge pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkins from over 80 different varieties. They also have fall flowers, a hay ride, kid activities, farm animals, and of course, the corn maze. Learn everything you need to know about this Chattanooga area pumpkin patch in my River Maze Blog Post.
Flat Top Mountain Farm
When: mid September through late October
Open (eastern standard time): Friday: 10am-7pm
Saturday: 10am-9pm
Sunday: 11am-6pm
Cost: farm admission fee + pumpkin (prices vary)
Where: Soddy Daisy, TN
638 Bowman Cemetery Road
Website: Flat Top Mountain Farm
Flat Top Mountain Farms has many varieties of pumpkins to choose from, however you cannot go into the actual pumpkin patch. But you can see the patch from their hayride and enjoy all the pumpkin options that are pre-picked for you near the front of the farm. And as a bonus, you get to take a mini pumpkin home with you, included in the purchase of your ticket (while supplies last). Flat Top Mountain Farms also has corn mazes, including a nighttime one where you need a flashlight, local goods to purchase, fall flower fields, campfire smores, and more. Learn about everything they have to offer in my Flat Top Mountain Farms Blog Post.
Chattanooga Pumpkin Patch Varieties
Each Chattanooga pumpkin patch has multiple pumpkin varieties to choose from. Everything from huge pumpkins like Atlantic Giants to tiny pumpkins like Jack-Be-Little are common to find at these local farms. Various gourds of all shapes, sizes, and colors are typically available. If you’re looking for something specific, you’ll most likely be able to find it here.
Tips for Visiting Chattanooga Pumpkin Patches
These Chattanooga pumpkin patches are on local farms so they might be muddy or dusty depending on the weather. Come prepared, dressed to be outside and maybe get a little dirty. If it’s been raining, prepare for the mud. If it’s been dry, you can expect dust.
Be mindful as the ground will be uneven in the pumpkin patches due to the nature of growing pumpkins. Watch your step and be careful not to squash any pumpkins!
If you have any questions about picking pumpkins, be sure to ask the workers at the farm before you head out to the fields. Certain pumpkins are better for baking while some are better for decorating with paint or carving.
When you take your pumpkins home, wipe them off with a disinfectant wipe to remove the natural fungus that grows on them in the field. This will insure the pumpkins last all season for whatever plan you have for them.
Most locations have additional activities, porta potties, food, and more, so be sure to dig into the info further on each location with the blog posts linked at the end of each pumpkin patch listed above.
Conclusion
Is visiting a local, Chattanooga pumpkin patch on your fall bucket list? These three farms are the best places to visit for pumpkin picking and fun, fall time activities. Let me know in the comments below if you’ve visited one of these farms for fall yet. I’d love to know what you think! Until next time, enjoy exploring Chatt!
More Chattanooga Fall Fun:
- Enjoy a Fall Day on Mowbray Mountain
- Visit One of These Local Apple Orchards
- Take a Hike to See Fall Foliage
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