Fall is just around the corner, and families looking for pumpkins, corn mazes and other seasonal activities have several options within driving distance of Ottumwa.
From picking pumpkins straight from the vine to exploring corn mazes, hayrides and farm attractions, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a fall day with the family.
Autumn Acres – Oskaloosa
Located at 2421 Highway 92 in Oskaloosa, Autumn Acres opens for the 2026 season on September 26. The pumpkin patch will be open Fridays from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $12 for ages 2 and up.
Visitors can enjoy a corn maze, jumping pillow and wagon rides.
Grandma’s Pumpkin Patch – Bloomfield
Grandma’s Pumpkin Patch, located at 28366 300th Street in Bloomfield, opens September 19. Admission is $8 per person, with children age 2 and under admitted free.
The patch offers the chance to pick pumpkins directly from the vine, along with other fall activities. Hours vary by day and the patch is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Papo’s Pumpkin Patch – Centerville
Papo’s Pumpkin Patch at 22433 490th Street in Centerville is now open for the 2026 season.
The attraction is open Fridays from 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Families can check out a six-acre corn maze, farm zoo and a new escape room.
Pierce’s Pumpkin Patch – Chariton
Pierce’s Pumpkin Patch at 2491 Highway 14 in Chariton is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The farm offers more than 120 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds. Admission is free, with visitors paying for the pumpkins and other items they choose.
Harvestville Farm – Donnellson
For families looking for a full day of fall activities, Harvestville Farm at 1977 Highway 2 in Donnellson offers more than 45 farm attractions.
The farm features a 10-acre corn maze, pumpkin activities and an on-site café. September hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Apple Blossom Farms – Bloomfield
Apple Blossom Farms, located at 14501 Scarlet Avenue in Bloomfield, offers another option for families wanting to combine fall activities with apple picking.
The farm offers weekend U-pick apples through September and early October, along with seasonal baked goods.
Appleberry Orchard – Donnellson
Located at 2469 Highway 2 in Donnellson, Appleberry Orchard combines apple picking with plenty of fall activities.
The orchard features a petting farm, play areas, a corn maze and a farm market offering fresh apple cider doughnuts and other seasonal treats.
Sass Family Farm – Riverside
For those willing to make a longer day trip, Sass Family Farm at 3060 160th Street in Riverside offers fall activities for the entire family.
The farm is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and features a straw maze, petting zoo, playground, hayrack rides and a large selection of pumpkins and fall produce.
Wills Family Orchard – Adel
Wills Family Orchard in Adel is another option for an extended fall outing. Located at 33130 Panther Creek Road, the 65-acre farm offers U-pick pumpkins, tractor rides and fresh cider doughnuts.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect pumpkin, a trip through a corn maze or simply a chance to enjoy a fall afternoon with the family, there are plenty of seasonal destinations within a reasonable drive of Ottumwa.
