Best Pumpkin Patches and Fall Farms Near Ottawa

The Ottawa area has a strong selection of fall farms — from free pumpkin patches with wagon rides to multi-acre corn mazes, haunted attractions, and one of the most unique pumpkin art exhibits in Canada. The season runs roughly mid-September through October, with some places open into early November.

Prices below are from the 2025 season. Expect small increases for 2026 — check each farm's website before visiting.

Close to Ottawa

Maple Hill Urban Farm

The closest pumpkin patch and corn maze to downtown Ottawa, located on 167 acres of NCC Greenbelt land on Moodie Drive. Ottawa's longest-running corn maze features 12 QR code stations with an educational bird walk experience. The farm also offers alpaca and goat walking tours.

• Location: 200 Moodie Drive (~16 minutes from downtown)
• Season: Corn maze opens mid-September, pumpkin patch in late September. Open through early November
• Hours: Fri 4 PM–dusk, Sat 10 AM–dusk, Sun 10 AM–5 PM. Weekdays by appointment
• Corn maze admission: Adults $15, Teens (12–17)$10, Children (5–11) $5, Under 5 free
• Pumpkin patch: Free to enter. Pumpkins $5–10 each to take home
• Alpaca/Goat tours: $30/person (12+),$15/child. Must book in advance (text 343-551-9117)
• Payment: Cash or e-transfer only
• Website: maplehillurbanfarm.com

The Log Farm

A heritage farm in the Greenbelt with a 3-acre corn maze, wagon rides through a maple forest, farm animals, and an Enchanted Forest trail. Designed especially for families with children under 10.

• Location: 670 Cedarview Road, Nepean (~20 minutes from downtown)
• Season: Fall season late August through October 31. Pumpkin patch starts in October
• Hours: Thu–Sun (+ holiday Mondays) 9 AM–4 PM. Last admission 3 PM
• Admission: $12.99 + HST (ages 1+). Under 1 free. Frequent Visitor Card:$99.95 for 10 admissions
• Included: 3-acre corn maze, 15-minute wagon rides (last at 3 PM), farm animals, hay climbing, pioneer play kitchen, Enchanted Forest trail, snack shack with hot apple cider
• Website: thelogfarm.com

West of Ottawa

Saunders Farm

The largest fall attraction in the area, with the world's biggest collection of hedge mazes (10–15 of varying difficulty), plus playgrounds, wagon rides, and light haunted attractions — all included in admission. Pumpkins are available but pre-picked (not a pick-your-own field).

• Location: 7893 Bleeks Road, Munster (~25–30 minutes southwest)
• Season (PumpkinFest): Late September through November 1. Weekends + daily during Halloweek (Oct 22–31). Hours: 10 AM–5 PM
• Admission: ~$25 + tax (ages 3+). Under 3 free. January presale tickets typically$17–20
• Included: Hedge mazes, playgrounds (Pirate Ship, Treehouse, 40-ft slide), Jumbo Jumpers, wagon rides, puppet shows, light haunted attractions (Hayride, Barn of Terror, Circus Macabre)
• Extra cost: Zipline (~$15), Gem Mine, Safari Jeeps
• Pumpkins: $0.89/lb, max$15 each
• FrightFest (evenings): Fri–Sat nights + nightly during Halloweek, 6–11 PM. From $74/person. 7 haunted attractions with professional actors. Not for children under 10
• Note: Cashless facility. No pets. Free parking
• Website: saundersfarm.com

Fallowfield Tree Farm

A no-frills, budget-friendly option with free admission. Pick your own pumpkins from multiple patches, plus wagon rides, pony rides, bouncy castles, a 1-acre cornfield maze, and petting animals — all for $5 per activity per child.

• Location: 6100 Fallowfield Road, Stittsville (~25 minutes southwest)
• Season: Pumpkin patch throughout October. Weekend activities starting late September
• Hours: Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM. Closed Sundays
• Admission: Free. Activities $5/child each (wagon rides, pony rides, bouncy castles). Weekday rides by appointment
• Note: Dog-friendly (on leash)
• Website: ottawatreefarm.com

South of Ottawa

Millers Farm & Market

A budget-friendly farm with over 8 acres of pick-your-own pumpkins and a corn maze. Free admission — the only cost is a $5 wristband for wagon rides and the corn maze.

• Location: 6158 Rideau Valley Drive, Manotick (~30 minutes south)
• Season: Pumpkin patch late September through late October. Corn maze daily through October 31
• Hours: Wagon rides: weekdays 10 AM–5 PM, weekends 8:30 AM–4:15 PM. Corn maze: daily 8 AM–4 PM
• Admission: Free. Wagon ride + corn maze wristband $5/person. Under 1 free
• Extras: Farm market with baked goods, preserves, honey, maple syrup, fudge, hot chocolate
• Website: millersfarmandmarket.ca

East of Ottawa

Ferme Proulx (Proulx Farm)

One of the most popular fall destinations in the Ottawa area, now in its 31st year. A full-day family experience with a giant corn maze, wagon rides through forest, petting farm, inflatables, face painting, and pick-your-own pumpkins — all included in admission.

• Location: 1865 Chemin O'Toole, Cumberland (~30 minutes east, near Orleans)
• Season: Late September through late October. Weekends + Thanksgiving Monday. Weekday slots also available
• Hours: 10 AM–5 PM
• Admission: ~$21.60 +$1.50 online fee (ages 2+). Under 2 free
• Deals: Opening Sunday typically 2-for-1. Halloween weekend BOGO 50% off in costume
• Included: Corn maze, wagon rides, petting farm, inflatables, face painting, play parks, slides, pedal tricycles, nature trails, pick-your-own pumpkins
• Website: proulxfarm.com

Cannamore Orchard

A family farm since 1982, best known for apple picking, cow-train rides, and covered wagon rides through orchards. Pick-your-own pumpkins start mid-September. Their Acres of Terror evening attraction is one of the scariest in the region.

• Location: 1480 County Road 32, Crysler (~40 minutes southeast)
• Season: Labour Day weekend through Thanksgiving weekend. Pumpkin picking weekdays 10 AM–6 PM, weekends 10 AM–5 PM
• Family activities: Sat–Sun 11 AM–4 PM
• Admission: Family pack (4 people) $75 + HST
• Acres of Terror: $35 + HST/person. 60-acre tractor-pulled wagon ride with 30+ actors. New scenes each year
• Website: cannamoreorchard.com

Ouimet Farms Adventure

Home to a 7-acre corn maze — one of the largest in the region — with three difficulty levels and hidden mailboxes to find throughout. The farm also has a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, gem mining, pedal kart racing, and a giant jumping pillow.

• Location: 63 Main Street West, Vankleek Hill (~1 hour east)
• Admission: $17.70 + tax. Family of 4:$66.38 + tax. Under 3 free
• Website: ouimetfarms.com

Quebec Side

Potager Eardley

A charming agrotourism farm in Gatineau with self-pick pumpkins, a mini-farm with goats, and artisanal ice cream. A more relaxed, low-key experience than the larger Ontario farms.

• Location: 398 Chemin Eardley, Gatineau (~25 minutes west)
• Hours: Mon–Fri 11 AM–5 PM, Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
• Website: eardleyco.com

Worth the Drive

Pumpkinferno at Upper Canada Village

Not a pumpkin patch — Pumpkinferno is an outdoor art exhibit featuring over 9,000 hand-carved pumpkins illuminated at night across the grounds of a 19th-century heritage village. The walk-through takes about 40 minutes. One of the most unique fall experiences in eastern Ontario.

• Location: 13740 County Road 2, Morrisburg (~1 hour 15 minutes southeast)
• Dates: Select nights early October through November 1
• Tickets: Adults (13+) $22 + HST, Youth (5–12)$20 + HST, Under 5 free. Must be purchased online in advance
• Hours: Gates open at dusk (6:30–7 PM depending on date). Last entry 9 PM
• Website: uppercanadavillage.com

At a Glance

Tips

• Best free options: Fallowfield Tree Farm and Millers Farm have free admission — you only pay for individual activities or the pumpkins you take home
• Best corn mazes: Ouimet Farms (7 acres, three difficulty levels) and Maple Hill Urban Farm (Ottawa's longest-running)
• Best for young kids: The Log Farm (designed for under-10s) and Proulx Farm (wide variety of activities included in admission)
• Best for teens/adults at night: Saunders Farm FrightFest (from $74) and Cannamore Acres of Terror ($35) — both use professional actors
• Closest to downtown: Maple Hill Urban Farm (16 minutes on Moodie Drive)
• Timing: Most farms are busiest on Thanksgiving weekend. Visit early in the season (late September) for shorter lines and the best pumpkin selection
• Footwear: Wear boots or shoes you don't mind getting muddy. Farm fields are uneven and can be wet after rain
• Cash vs. card: Saunders Farm is cashless. Maple Hill is cash/e-transfer only. Most others accept both — check before you go