Central Oregon spots to pick out a pumpkin and celebrate the fall season
Shannon Brady
(Update: Adding video)
With fall in full swing and Halloween right around the corner, you might be looking for something fun to do this season. There are a number of places across Central Oregon where you can pick out a pumpkin and celebrate the season.
Smith Rock Ranch in Terrebonne is the regions largest “u-pick” pumpkin patch and has been a fan-favorite for many Central Oregonians for over 20 years. They grow all their own pumpkins on-site and have many pre-picked options. Admission and parking is free and you are given a barrel when you arrive.
Owner of the Ranch, Matt Lisignoli, says you can expect to find the ranch busy and bustling.
He says, “Activities will include the corn maze, the pumpkin cannons, pony rides, mini golf, animal house, a Snoopy train ride, and the zoo train ride as well.”
The theme of the corn maze this year is “Maize-o-poly” named after the classic board game Monopoly.
He continues, “We really appreciate having the public out. We just ask everybody respect our property and follow all the signs and just be patient.”
If you’re looking for something more laid back this season, Schilling’s Garden Market in Bend might be the place for you. You can shop, sip, and pick out your very own pumpkin. They have animals, a play area and hay maze for kids, and they also host events throughout the season.
Breanna Sommerville from Schilling’s tells KTVZ, “Our pumpkin patch is so special because we’re a place where people come to actually, like, slow down. And I think just enjoy the view and take in this time of year. This weekend, this Friday and Saturday, we will have wine tasting on our patio from a few different Oregon wineries. We also have a mini farmer’s market on Saturday along with our farm dog’s birthday celebration…and street dog here is going to be here with adoptable pups.”
They are open for the season until November 2nd, but have holiday events in November and December.
Make sure you check out their websites for their hours and any upcoming events.
Smith Rock Ranch: https://www.smithrockranch.com/ Schilling’s Garden Market: https://www.schillingsgardenmarket.com/