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The Best Pumpkin Patches in Canada

Discover the best pumpkin patches in your area and try some delicious pumpkin recipes once you’ve picked them!
Discover the best pumpkin patches in your area and try some delicious pumpkin recipes once you’ve picked them!

Pick Your Own Pumpkin in Canada

As the leaves turn brilliant shades of orange and red and a refreshing crispness fills the air, there’s a telltale sign that fall has arrived in Canada - the pumpkin patch. Our expert team has researched pumpkin patches up and down the country to find the best value, dog-friendliness and overall experience for you to pick your own pumpkin.
<h2>Canada’s Top 20 Pumpkin Patches</h2>

Canada’s Top 20 Pumpkin Patches

Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect pumpkin to carve into a spooky jack-o-lantern, or you simply want the quintessential autumnal experience, embrace the season’s beauty at one of these fantastic pumpkin patches.

Maan Farms in British Columbia topped the list, shortly followed by Edmonton Corn Maze in Alberta and Chudleighs Farm in Ontario.

  1. Maan Farms, British Columbia
  2. Edmonton Corn Maze, Alberta
  3. Chudleighs Farm, Ontario
  4. Le Centre d'Interprétation de la Courge, Québec
  5. Noggins Corner Farm, Nova Scotia
  6. Nature’s Bounty Farm, Ontario
  7. The Apple Orchard, Ontario
  8. Calgary Farmyard, Alberta
  9. Andrew’s Scenic Acres, Ontario
  10. Richmond Country Farms, British Columbia
  11. Happy Hollow, Saskatchewan
  12. Rounds Ranch, Ontario
  13. Greendale Acres Chilliwack Corn Maze, British Columbia
  14. Snyder's Family Farm, Ontario
  15. Pingle's Farm, Ontario
  16. Taves Family Farm, British Columbia
  17. Kraay Family Farm, Alberta
  18. Downey’s Farm, Ontario
  19. Howells Farm, Ontario
  20. Springridge Farm, Ontario

We looked at pumpkin patches around Canada and scored them according to the following factors:
  • Price of admission (based on one child, two adults)
  • Google rating (or Facebook rating where not available)
  • Total followers (on Instagram or Facebook, as of 12th Sept)
  • Google searches between Sept-Oct last year (2022)
  • Dog friendly / pets allowed
  • Other attractions available
<h2>Canada’s Cheapest Pumpkin Patch Sites</h2>

Canada’s Cheapest Pumpkin Patch Sites

If you're hoping to save some money this fall, check out Canada's cheapest pumpkin farms, some of which are totally free!

  1. La Fille du Roy, Québec, $0
  2. Le Centre d'Interprétation de la Courge, Québec, $0
  3. The Green Pig Country Market, New Brunswick, $0
  4. Watson Farms, Ontario, $13
  5. Schwabe Pumpkins, Manitoba, $15
  6. Robintide Farms, Ontario, $16.50
  7. Nature’s Bounty Farm, Ontario $21
  8. Noggins Corner Farm, Nova Scotia $24
  9. Lester’s Farm Market, Newfoundland $27
  10. Applewood Farm and Winery, Ontario $30*


*Price based on one child and two adults. Prices exclude the cost of pumpkins, unless included as part of admission fees. Admission fees are subject to change at the pumpkin farm’s discretion.

<h2>Dog-friendly Pumpkin Patches in Canada</h2>

Dog-friendly Pumpkin Patches in Canada

Alongside the top 20 pumpkin picking patches, the research also highlighted the top ten best dog-friendly pumpkin picking patches. If you want to take your four legged friend along with you, here are the dog-friendly pumpkin farms:

Canada’s most dog-friendly pumpkin picking sites

  1. Maan Farms, British Columbia
  2. Pingle's Farm, Ontario
  3. Edmonton Corn Maze, Alberta
  4. The Green Pig Country Market, New Brunswick
  5. Andrew’s Scenic Acres, Ontario
  6. Chudleighs Farm, Ontario
  7. Snyder's Family Farm, Ontario
  8. Rounds Ranch, Ontario
  9. Noggins Corner Farm, Nova Scotia
  10. Calgary Farmyard, Alberta
<h2>Fall Pumpkin Recipes</h2>

Fall Pumpkin Recipes

Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Ingredients
  • 2 cups of pumpkin puree
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4 cups of vegetable broth
  • ½ cup of heavy cream (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until they're soft and translucent.
  2. Add the pumpkin puree and vegetable broth. Stir well.
  3. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Use a blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream (if using), pumpkin spice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Heat the soup for a few more minutes, then serve hot.

    7. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

    Ingredients Pumpkin seeds (Don’t buy grocery store pumpkin seeds! Reduce your food waste and use seeds from you freshly carved pumpkin), olive oil and salt

    Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
    2. Clean the pumpkin seeds, removing any remaining pumpkin flesh.
    3. Toss the seeds with a bit of olive oil and salt to taste.
    4. Spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet.
    5. Roast for about 30-45 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown. Stir them occasionally for even roasting.

    Pumpkin Pancake Recipe

    Ingredients
    • 1 cup of pumpkin puree
    • 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
    • 2 tbsp of sugar
    • 2 tsp of baking powder
    • 1/2 tsp of cinnamon
    • 1/2 tsp of nutmeg
    • 1/4 tsp of salt
    • 1 cup of milk
    • 1 egg
    • 2 tbsp of melted butter

    Instructions
    1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
    2. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, and melted butter.
    3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
    4. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease it lightly with butter or oil.
    5. Pour 1/4 cup portions of the pancake batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook until golden brown.
    6. Serve the pancakes with maple syrup and a dollop of whipped cream if desired.