A pumpkin patch is the perfect reason to spend an October afternoon exploring the Hamptons. Across the South Fork, the options range from a quick stop at a neighborhood farmstand to a full day of mazes and wagon rides. Here’s where to go in 2026, plus one North Fork farm worth the drive.
The Milk Pail U-Pick Farm, Water Mill
The Milk Pail is the place to look for a pumpkin still on the vine. Its Water Mill fields grow more than 60 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds, and you can pick apples during the same visit. Head to the U-pick farm at 50 Horsemill Lane, which is separate from the Milk Pail market on Montauk Highway. The farm lists picking hours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday during September and October. Insider tip: Be sure to try their apple cider donuts.
50 Horsemill Lane. www.milk-pail.com
Hank’s Pumpkintown, Water Mill
If the children want the whole outing, start at Hank’s. After choosing a pumpkin, they can tackle the corn mazes, take a wagon ride and head for the slides and play areas. Hank’s is open daily for its fall season, from September 19 through November 1. Insider tip: If possible, visit the farm on off hours to avoid the weekend crowds.
240 Montauk Highway. www.hankspumpkintown.com
Fairview Farm at Mecox, Bridgehampton
Make time for the maze at Fairview. Its paths wind through eight acres of corn, with two bridges overlooking the surrounding fields, Mecox Bay and the Atlantic. You can pick pumpkins, gourds and squash while you’re there, then stop for popcorn or ribbon fries. The maze is open on weekends through November 8. 1
19 Horsemill Lane. www.fairviewfarmatmecox.com
Corwith’s Farmstand, Water Mill
Corwith’s combines a charming fall pumpkin patch with a farmstand stocked with local produce, baked goods and other provisions. The family farm also hosts goat yoga, with sessions scheduled throughout the autumn. Check with the farm for current pumpkin patch hours before visiting. Children will also enjoy seeing the pig and feeding the goats, as well as, climbing on the wooden boat, train, and pirate ship structures.
851 Head of Pond Road. www.corwithsfarmstand.com @corwithsfarmstand
Amber Waves Farm, Amagansett
For pumpkins, coffee and a farm breakfast or lunch, add Amber Waves to your fall itinerary. Choose from pumpkins and gourds, grab an apple cider and let the children explore the wooden playhouses and swings. Leave time for a walk around the farm before heading home. Pumpkins are available to purchase rather than pick from the vine.
367 Main Street, Amagansett. www.amberwavesfarm.org
Sagaponack General Store, Sagaponack
With its autumn decorations and idyllic setting in the heart of Sagaponack, the General Store is a lovely stop on a fall morning. They have a lovely selection of pumpkins, gourds, autumn floral bouquets and ornamental corn. Take a moment to enjoy a cinnamon doughnut or their famous egg and cheese sandwich in the back patio. Pumpkins are available to purchase rather than pick from the vine.
542 Sagg Main. www.sagaponackgeneralstore.com
Worth the drive: Harbes Farms, Jamesport in the North Fork
If you’re spending the day on the North Fork, Harbes has nine acres of pumpkins to pick from the vine. Add apple picking, a hayride or the corn maze, depending on how long you want to stay. Pumpkin picking is priced by the pound. The Jamesport farm is open on fall weekends through November 1.
1223 Main Road. harbesfamilyfarm.com
Farm activities depend on the weather. Check the farm’s current hours and field updates before you go.
