If your family’s autumn doesn’t feel complete without pumpkin madness—patches packed with orange beauties, hayrides, corn mazes, and maybe a cider donut or two—you’re in luck: there’s plenty of pumpkin adventure within a short drive of Palm Coast, Florida! Whether you’re snapping Instagram classics, stocking your porch, or entertaining restless little monsters, these fall destinations deliver the goods.
Below: Find the best pumpkin patches & fall festivals within 1.5 hours of Palm Coast—plus tips on features, pricing, hours, and what each spot does best.
1. Cowart Ranch & Farms (Maze Dayz Fall Festival) — Bunnell, FL
Distance: ~20 minutes from Palm Coast
Address: 8185 W Hwy 100, Bunnell, FL
2025 Dates: Weekends throughout October (confirm exact dates online)
Hours: Typically 10am–6pm (check calendar)
Features:
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Pumpkin patch & u-pick pumpkins
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5-acre crop maze
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Hayrides
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Pony rides & petting zoo
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Country store, games, food
Admission: Pricing TBA (check site), typically around $12–$15 (kids 2 & under free); some attractions extra (pony rides, special food, etc.)
Vibe: Family-owned and operated, this is the closest, most “classic” all-around patch near Palm Coast—great for younger kids and anyone who wants that authentic farm feel.
More info
2. Harvest Fields Corn Maze & Hayride — DeLand, FL
Distance: ~45 minutes from Palm Coast
Address: 3000 N Spring Garden Ave, DeLand, FL
2025 Dates: Weekends only—Oct 4th–26th
Hours: Sat & Sun 10am–6pm; “Fields of Fright” Haunted Hayride Fri & Sat nights 7pm–11pm
Features:
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Pumpkin patch
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Central Florida’s largest corn maze
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Hayrides, hay fort, mini hay maze
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Food trucks, vendors
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Duck races, corn box, kid games, corn cannon
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Haunted hayrides (after dark, teens and up!)
Admission: $15 per person (includes most activities). Haunted hayride is $25. Food & pumpkins extra.
Vibe: For the “bigger kid” crowd, fall-loving adults, or anyone wanting maximum activities. Don’t skip the corn maze—bring your sense of direction and/or lots of snacks.
Full details & tickets
3. Sykes Family Farms — Elkton, FL (Just past St. Augustine)
Distance: 50 minutes to 1 hour north
Address: 5995 Brough Rd, Elkton, FL
2025 Dates: Oct 4th–Nov 2nd
Hours: Fri 6–10pm, Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 10am–5pm
Features:
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Pumpkin patch & u-pick flowers
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9-acre corn maze (themed, challenging!)
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Kiddie cow train, hayrides, bounce pads, teeter totters
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Duck races, sand box, pony rides
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“Glow Pumpkin Blasters,” face painting, cow milking
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Food barn: burgers, sausage, funnel cake (cash only!)
Admission: $16.99 (ages 3+); seniors/military $14.99. Some extras (flowers, pumpkins, food) not included.
Vibe: A classic North Florida fall tradition. This farm goes BIG on activities—perfect for a full-family outing or kids who need to burn off extra sugar.
Learn more
4. County Line Family Farms — Ormond Beach, FL
Distance: ~35 minutes south
Address: 77 Circle S Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
2025 Dates: Weekends, Oct 4th–26th
Hours: Saturday & Sunday, 10am–sunset
Features:
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Commercial-sized 8+ acre corn maze
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Pumpkin patch
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Hayrides, kid train rides, petting zoo
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Pony rides, jumpers, giant sandbox, cornhole
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U-pick sunflowers ($2/stem)
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Food trucks, live music, flower truck
Admission: $13 (ages 3+), kids 2 and under free. Pony rides & some special activities extra.
Vibe: This farm just opened its patch in 2024 and became an instant hit. Think “modern farm festival” with a friendly local feel—tons to do, fresh flowers, and a little something for everyone.
Plan your visit
5. Wesley Wells Farms — St. Augustine, FL
Distance: 45 minutes to 1 hour north
Address: 2680 Ada Arnold Rd, St. Augustine, FL
2025 Dates: Weekends in October
Hours: Typically 10am–4pm
Features:
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U-pick pumpkin patch, sunflower fields
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Market stand, farm store
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Petting zoo, farm play zones
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Family photo spots, fall snacks
Admission: Pricing TBA, usually around $10 (presale for events). Activities and produce priced separately.
Vibe: Known for warm staff and a friendly farm experience—small-scale but super picturesque for that classic “fall in the country” vibe.
See details
Other Honorable Mentions (All ~1.5 hours or less):
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Happy Haunts, Saint Johns: More “festival” style, with games, patch, and bounce houses (info)
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Amazing Grace Family Farms, Green Cove Springs: Massive festival—the drive is nearly 90 minutes, but it’s a full day!
Pro Tips for Visiting Pumpkin Patches Around Palm Coast
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Go early in the season for best pumpkin selection (by late October, pickings get… creative).
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Most patches are open weekends only! Always check hours & special event dates before piling in the minivan.
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Most farms accept cash and cards, but come prepared—some activities/vendors may be cash-only!
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Bring sunscreen, closed-toe shoes, water, and a few extra bags for your haul.
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Every farm has different extra costs: pony rides, food, flower cutting, and games may be priced separately.
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If you want a “haunted” experience, hit DeLand for Harvest Fields’ after-dark hayride—older kids will love it.
Which Patch Should I Pick?
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Closest, Easiest for Young Kids: Cowart Ranch & Farms, Bunnell
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Biggest Corn Maze & Activities: Harvest Fields or Sykes Family Farms
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Flowers & Photos: Wesley Wells or County Line Family Farms
Whichever you choose, you’re in for fresh air, tons of photo ops, and the kind of fall fun that never grows old (even when the kids do).
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