These 4 Charming Pumpkin Patches in Delaware Are Picture Perfect for a Fall Day

It's finally starting to feel like fall in Delaware. The leaves have already started to change on the Dover Green, and apple cider is making its way to the grocery stores. That can mean only one thing: the apple orchards and pumpkin patches are opening. The following are four of what we consider to be the best pumpkin patches in Delaware, pick a few to add to your autumnal bucket list.

1. Loblolly Acres

Loblolly Acres is a quaint farm that offers plenty of fall charm. Pick out your favorite pumpkins to bring home and carve, shop their country store, and stop to smell all of their beautiful mums. It's fall paradise, and also home to one of our favorite corn mazes in Delaware.

2. Mr. Pepper's Pumpkin Patch

With a name like Mr. Pepper's Pumpkin Patch, you'd better deliver on a great fall experience. Don't worry, the crew at Mr. Pepper's has perfected the art of pumpkin picking. Their hayrides and corn mazes are fun for kids, too. Plus, you'll be able to try the amazing on-site BBQ stand for some homemade, delicious pulled pork. Come and see why this is a perennial fall favorite in Delaware.

3. Ramsey's Farm

Ramsey's Farm's corn maze is considered one of the best in the state. Ramsey's Farm is home to the famous 10-acre corn maze in Delaware, which changes its design each year. After your hay ride out there, you'll wander the maze while learning about agriculture, farmers, and food around the world. Enjoy a fall-themed day trip here for pumpkin picking and general autumn shenanigans. Their calendar is so busy, so you never know what amazing activities you'll find. As such, be sure to check their hours and schedule on their website before visiting.

4. Fifer Orchards

Another fall favorite in Delaware, Fifer Orchards is renowned as one of the top U-Pick destinations in the state, and it's no surprise that their pumpkin patch is fantastic. You can pick your own from a variety of pumpkins, and enjoy a ton of fall fun, too. But it's not all pumpkins here; the biggest hit, year after year, has got to be the apple cider donuts. They're made fresh here, and when you visit, you can gobble them down while they're still warm!

These orchards and u-pick farms in Delaware make great fall day trip destinations, and if you're looking for more ways to enjoy the prettiest season in the state, check out this article with related seasonal content: 9 Picture Perfect Fall Day Trips To Take In Delaware. Feeling inspired? Try planning your own Delaware trip using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner.