Fall is here, and the coastline of Half Moon Bay is ready for all the autumn goodness that comes with it. Pumpkin patches in Half Moon Bay stretch out as far as the eye can see, perfect for your family if you’re ready to pick up your annual pumpkins, and explore the haunted houses, and corn mazes in the region.
Half Moon Bay is known as the pumpkin capital of the world, and you’re in for a treat if you stop into this incredible town along the PCH.
These are all of the Half Moon Bay pumpkin patches you need to visit this fall.
Arata’s Pumpkin Farm
- Address: 185 Verde Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Arata’s Pumpkin Farm has a little bit of everything. There is a 2-acre hay maze that is complex and themed after Minotaur’s Labyrinth. Each year the maze changes, so you will continually be surprised. Kids will love the haunted barn, but for the less thrill-seeking, there is also a petting zoo, pony rides, and a hayride through the cornfield.
Andreotti Family Farms
- Address: 800 Cabrillo Hwy N, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Andreotti Family Farms has called the coastline of Half Moon Bay home since 1926. Each year they host a pumpkin patch on their farm with gourds galore. Your little ones will love walking through the patch and picking their perfect pumpkin to take home. During the summer, they also offer sunflower picking.
Bob’s Pumpkin Patch
- Address: Cabrillo Hwy S, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Grab a wheelbarrow and have the time of your life walking through Bob’s Pumpkin Patch. This patch features haystacks, a petting zoo with pigs and goats, plus a farm stand where you can get fresh produce and local honey. Don’t forget the camera since it’s the perfect location for fun fall photos.
Farmer John’s
- Address: 850 Cabrillo Hwy N, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Farmer John’s has an assortment of plump pumpkins ready to go home with you. Right along Highway 1, you can stop, grab a wheelbarrow, and have fun exploring the farm’s varieties of pumpkins. Besides pumpkins, enjoy the teepees, haystacks, and John Deere tractor – all great for a photo or two.
Lemos Farm
- Address: 12320 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Kids will love Lemos Farm, which has a Western theme about it. Check out the pony rides, bounce houses, and areas where you can feed baby goats. There are train rides and haunted houses for kids who want extra fun.
Pastorino’s Pumpkin Farm
- Address: 12391 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Pastorino’s Pumpkin Farm is an old-fashioned patch with train rides, a variety of pumpkins, and pumpkin pie you can buy by the slice. Their farm is located in a barn where you can buy Halloween crafts and goodies, plus home décor that’s great for any season.
Older kids can brave the haunted house, and for an extended family fun adventure, you can hit both Pastorino Farms and Lemon Farm together since they’re across the street.
Art and Pumpkin Festival
- Address: 500 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Every October you can enjoy the Half Moon Bay Art and Pumpkin Festival which has been going on for over 50 years. You can join the excellent pumpkin run, view a variety of art from local artists, dance with a local DJ, or watch professional pumpkin carvers do their thing.
The festival will have a variety of food and drink available and, of course, a pumpkin weigh-off. You can get more details on their website and get the schedule of events.
Half Moon Bay is a prime destination for fall fun and to get the best of the best patches. Your family will have an incredible time exploring everything Half Moon Bay offers in the fall.
