Where to find pumpkins, corn mazes, hayrides and family fall fun in Ventura County

Pumpkin-patch season is almost here, Ventura County families! 🎃

From searching for the perfect pumpkin to wandering through a corn maze, taking a hayride and snapping adorable fall family photos, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the season near Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard and Port Hueneme.

We’ve rounded up the best pumpkin patches in and around western Ventura County, including detailed information about admission prices, hours, attractions and what families should know before visiting.

📢 Guide update: We will continue updating this guide as farms announce their final 2026 dates, hours, prices and activities. Details can change, so check directly with each farm before heading out.

⭐ LOCAL CAMARILLO FAVORITE

🎃 Conejo Family Farms — Camarillo

📍 5937 Ridge View Street, Camarillo, CA 93012

📅 September 18–October 31, 2026

Conejo Family Farms is Camarillo’s hometown pumpkin-patch experience, with enough activities to turn pumpkin shopping into a complete family outing.

🕐 2026 hours:

Monday–Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday–Thursday: 2:30–7:30 p.m.
Friday: 2:30–8:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

🎟️ 2026 admission:

Wednesday–Friday: $15
Saturday–Sunday: $20
Children ages 5 and younger: Free
Seniors, military and first responders: $10 with valid ID
Parking: Free

Admission is required for guests ages 6 and older. Discounted admission must be purchased onsite with a valid ID.

Weekend tickets may be purchased online in advance for faster entry or purchased onsite. Wednesday through Friday tickets must be purchased at the farm.

🌽 Corn Maze | 🚜 Hayrides | 🧱 Hay Maze | 🏰 Inflatables | 🌻 Sunflower Field | 🐐 Weekend Petting Zoo | 📸 Fall Photo Opportunities

Pumpkins, U-pick sunflowers, vegetables, food and drinks are available for an additional purchase.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good for: Families looking for a full pumpkin-patch experience close to home, especially families with younger children.

💡 Good to know: The farm is entirely outdoors and has dirt terrain. Closed-toe shoes with socks are recommended. Strollers are allowed, but they may be difficult to maneuver through some areas. Pets and outside food and drinks are not permitted, although water and children’s snacks are allowed.

Cash is preferred. Credit cards are accepted with a service fee.

Visit Conejo Family Farms and Purchase Tickets →

⭐ LOCAL WORKING-FARM EXPERIENCE

🎃 McGrath Brothers Great Pacific Pumpkins — Ventura

📍 5100 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA 93003

📅 2026 dates and hours: To be announced

McGrath Brothers Great Pacific Pumpkins is one of Ventura’s long-running local pumpkin patches. Located on the McGrath family farm, it is a great option for families who want to support a local grower while searching for pumpkins and squash in different colors, shapes and sizes.

The farm’s official social media indicates that preparations are underway for the 2026 pumpkin season. Exact dates, hours, admission prices and activities will be added when confirmed.

🎃 Locally Grown Pumpkins | 🌾 Squash and Gourds | 🚜 Farm Experience | 📸 Seasonal Photo Opportunities

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good for: Families looking for locally grown pumpkins and a traditional Ventura farm experience.

☎️ Phone: 805-644-1235

Visit McGrath Ranch & Garden →

⭐ EASY PUMPKIN STOP

🎃 Big Wave Dave’s Pumpkin Patch — Ventura

📍 Pacific View Mall parking lot near Target, 103 S. Mills Road, Ventura, CA 93003

📅 September 27–October 31, 2026

Big Wave Dave’s offers a convenient pumpkin-patch experience in the Pacific View Mall parking lot. Its covered outdoor space makes it an easy option for families who want to pick out pumpkins, take seasonal pictures and enjoy a little fall fun without committing to a full-day farm visit.

🕐 2026 hours:

Monday–Thursday: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Friday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Halloween: Closes at 6 p.m.

🎃 Miniature-to-Giant Pumpkins | 🎯 Children’s Activities | 📸 Photo Opportunities | 🌾 Gourds and Decorative Corn | 🍂 Harvest Decorations | ⛺ Covered Outdoor Space

Big Wave Dave’s also carries corn stalks, straw bales, carving kits, candles and stencils. Pumpkins, activities and merchandise are priced separately.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good for: Families who primarily want to purchase pumpkins, take fall pictures and enjoy a quick, convenient seasonal outing.

🚗 Parking: Free

☎️ Phone: 805-218-0282

Visit Big Wave Dave’s Pumpkin Patch →

🎃 Pumpkin Patches Near Ventura County Worth the Drive

Looking for a bigger fall adventure? These nearby pumpkin patches are close enough for a family day trip from Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard or Port Hueneme.

⭐ TRADITIONAL FARM ADVENTURE

🎃 Prancer’s Farm Pumpkin Harvest Fest — Santa Paula

📍 18540 E. Telegraph Road, Santa Paula, CA 93060

📅 Expected to run from late September through October 31

Prancer’s Farm offers a traditional working-farm pumpkin experience with a large pumpkin field and plenty of activities for children. It is a good choice for families who want more than a quick pumpkin-shopping trip.

🎃 Ten-Acre Pumpkin Patch | 🌽 Corn Maze | 🚜 Wagon Hayrides | 🐐 Farm Animals | 🎯 Farm Games | 🚂 Train Rides | 🥕 Farm Produce

Final 2026 dates, hours, admission prices and included activities have not yet been announced. Check directly with the farm before visiting.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good for: Families looking for a classic pumpkin farm with a corn maze, hayride and children’s activities.

Visit Prancer’s Farm →

⭐ BIG FALL ADVENTURE

🎃 Underwood Family Farms Fall Harvest Festival — Moorpark

📍 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark, CA 93021

📅 September 26–October 31, 2026

🕐 Open daily from 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Underwood Family Farms offers one of the largest pumpkin-patch and fall festival experiences near Ventura County. Families can pick pumpkins and produce while enjoying rides, games, farm animals, live entertainment and themed festival weekends.

🎃 Pick-Your-Own Pumpkins | 🌽 Corn Maze | 🚜 Wagon Rides | 🐖 Pig Races | 🐐 Animal Shows | 🛝 Farm Slides | 🌾 Hay Pyramids | 🚲 Trike Trail | 🎶 Live Entertainment

Pumpkins, produce, food and certain activities cost extra.

🎟️ 2026 admission:

Weekdays in October: $16 at the gate
Festival weekends: Approximately $25–$34, depending on the date
Children younger than 2: Free
Parking: Free

Weekend tickets must be purchased online. Day-of prices may be higher if tickets are still available.

2026 themed weekends:

🚒 September 26–27: Public Safety Weekend
🚜 October 3–4: Farm Country Weekend
🚜 October 10–11: Antique Tractor Weekend
🤠 October 17–18: Wild West Weekend
🎃 October 24–25: All About Pumpkins Weekend

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good for: Families who want to make an entire day out of their pumpkin-patch visit and enjoy plenty of attractions beyond pumpkin picking.

Visit Underwood Family Farms and View Tickets →

🍂 Which Pumpkin Patch Is Right for Your Family?

🎃 Want the closest full farm experience?
Try Conejo Family Farms in Camarillo.

🛍️ Primarily want to pick out pumpkins without spending the whole day at a farm?
Try Big Wave Dave’s in Ventura.

🌱 Want locally grown pumpkins from a working Ventura farm?
Visit McGrath Brothers Great Pacific Pumpkins.

🌽 Want a traditional farm experience with a corn maze and hayrides?
Consider Prancer’s Farm in Santa Paula.

🚜 Want to make an entire day of it?
Head to Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark.

🍁 Make Pumpkin-Patch Memories in Ventura County

Pumpkin-patch season is about more than finding the perfect pumpkin. It’s about loading the kids into the car, taking approximately 847 pictures to get one where everyone is looking and creating the little family memories that make fall feel special. 😉

Details, attractions and pumpkin availability can change due to weather and crop conditions. Always check the farm’s website or social media before leaving home, especially if you are visiting for a particular activity.

🎃 Know of a Pumpkin Patch We Missed?

We’ll continue updating this 2026 Ventura County Pumpkin Patch Guide throughout September and October.

If you know of a pumpkin patch near Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard or Port Hueneme that should be included, email Shayla at shaylah@macaronikid.com.

Special Thank You to kidSTREAM, our 2026 Fall Fun Guide Sponsor!

Want More Fall Family Fun?

Explore our 2026 Fall Fun Guide for Camarillo, Ventura, and Oxnardto find pumpkin patches, apple picking, harvest festivals, Halloween events, Día de los Muertos celebrations, Thanksgiving activities and more seasonal fun.

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