2024 Northwestern Pennsylvania Pumpkin U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

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Pumpkin U-Pick Orchards in Northwestern Pennsylvania in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for pumpkins that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have pumpkins farms that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

Erie County

  • Klier Farm - You pick your own tomatoes, Pumpkins and squash are already picked for you. , pumpkins (brought in from the field)
    5951 Dobler Road, Girard, PA 16417. Phone: 814-474-5437. Open: Pick your own Tomatoes are from end of July - September, open 9 - 5 p. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. m. daily Pumpkins are from September - October, opent 9 - 5 p.m. daily. Family owned Tomato and Pumpkin Farm. . A visitor writes on July 22, 2013: "Great produce and nice people. Regular tomatoes plus roma tomatoes. They also sell summer/butternut/acorn squash. They've been in business for over 60 years"
  • Lehman Fruit Farm - apples, Pumpkins
    6550 Pieper Road, Girard, PA 16417. Phone: 814-774-3254. Open: Seasonal hours, Please Call. Directions: 1 mile south of State Police Barracks on Lexington Road. to Pieper Road, I only see pumpkins on their Facebook page, but they may also have U-pick Apples, Blueberries, Peaches, Pears, Grapes and Strawberries. If you find out, . Click here for a map and directions. Alternate phone: 814-774-8442 please write me.
  • Mason Farms - Peas, Strawberries, Beans, Cucumbers for pickling, Greens, Tomatoes, Grapes, Pumpkins, Squash
    8603 West Lake Road, Lake City, PA 16423, PA 16506. Phone: (814)774-8592. Email: masonfarms@masonfarms.com. Directions: Located at 839 Peninsula Drive Erie, PA 16505 . Click here for a map and directions.
    Mason Farms Facebook page. . Pick-your-own runs from early June thru October from 9 am to Dusk. Pumpkintown USA is yearly set-up at the Country Market . Facebook page. Bring the whole family and pick your own fruits and veggies right from our fields! Our roadside stand is the center of our pick-your-own operation. The farm offers you the opportunity to "pick your own". Picking your own guarantees you the freshest, finest quality produce available at substantial savings. Bring the family and enjoy the sights and sounds of a fun-filled family outing. From our hearts to your table, enjoy the country goodness! Country Market with farm fresh produce, garden center and bakery. With 3 main farm market (already picked) locations throughout Erie, offers seasonal farm fresh produce, a large garden center, a nursery, and a bakery.
  • Troyer's Strawberry Acres / Glenn Troyer Farms - blackberries, pumpkins, cornmaze, U-pick and already picked
    13021 Flatts Road, Waterford, PA 16441. Phone: 814-796-2641. Open: Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 8 pm; Saturday from 8 am to 7 pm; Closed Sundays; Typically late June to July 4th. Directions: Take S.R. 97 South from Waterford to Flatts Road. Right on Flatts Road approximately 18 of a mile. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
    Troyer's Strawberry Acres / Glenn Troyer Farms Facebook page. Take S.R. 97 South from Waterford to Flatts Road. Right on Flatts Road approximately 1/8 of a mile Facebook page Blackberry picking usually begins mid-June through July. We have several varieties to help spread out the season.PYO pumpkins are available from mid-September through October. We grow different varieties and have them mixed throughout the field so when you go to get your perfect pumpkins, there is a beautiful selection to chose from. Sizes are from large to small. Sprinkle in a few gourds to add those finishing touches to your display. We also have a 10 acre corn maze for you to enjoy. They have grown strawberries since 1979. and now they are ONLY already picked strawberries. 2024 Prices - Pre-picked: $4.29/lb(UPDATED: June 03, 2024) A visitor writes on June 03, 2024: "I went to Troyer Farms at 13021 Flatt Rd today. They no longer offer strawberry u pick. Just to give you the update.They said they decided not to do it anymore. Last year was the end. I told them I saw it on the website and they told me they were supposed to remove it "
  • Troyer's Strawberry Acres / Glenn Troyer Farms - strawberries, blackberries, pumpkins, cornmaze, U-pick and already picked
    13021 Flatts Road, Waterford, PA 16441. Phone: 814-796-2641. Open: Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 8 pm; Saturday from 8 am to 7 pm; Closed Sundays; Typically late June to July 4th. Directions: Take S.R. 97 South from Waterford to Flatts Road. Right on Flatts Road approximately 18 of a mile. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
    Troyer's Strawberry Acres / Glenn Troyer Farms Facebook page. Take S.R. 97 South from Waterford to Flatts Road. Right on Flatts Road approximately 1/8 of a mile Facebook page They have grown strawberries since 1979. At the field, customers have the option of picking their own or purchasing already picked https://www.troyersfarm.com/pick-your-own strawberries. Both pick-your-own and already picked strawberries are available in 1-quart and 4-quart baskets. Picking strawberries is a wonderful family activity, and we welcome families of all ages. Special areas set aside for young children (<9 yrs. old) enable families to stay together in the field while picking."Strawberry picking usually begins in May. 2024 Prices - Pick your own: $2.99/lb Pre-picked: $4.29/lbBlackberry picking usually begins mid-June through July. We have several varieties to help spread out the season.PYO pumpkins are available from mid-September through October. We grow different varieties and have them mixed throughout the field so when you go to get your perfect pumpkins, there is a beautiful selection to chose from. Sizes are from large to small. Sprinkle in a few gourds to add those finishing touches to your display. We also have a 10 acre corn maze for you to enjoy. (UPDATED: June 03, 2024) A visitor writes on June 03, 2024: "I went to Troyer Farms at 13021 Flatt Rd today. They no longer offer strawberry u pick. Just to give you the update.CORRECTION from Blake: it was only ythe end of the season - They WILL have them next year!

Mercer County

  • Ferris Farm Produce, Inc. - corn (sweet), cucumbers, melons, onions, peppers, pumpkins, strawberries, tomatoes, watermelons, Fresh eggs
    83 Ferris Road, New Wilmington, PA 16142. Phone: (724) 971-0888. Email: jeanice@ferrisfarm.net. Open: Monday to Friday 8 am to 7 pm; Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 4 pm Please call to check for availability. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx, SFMNP Vouchers.
    Ferris Farm Produce, Inc. Facebook page. Fax: (888) 251-6220 Monday to Saturday 9 am to 6 pm; Sunday - call for hours(ADDED: May 24, 2017)

 

Pumpkin

Pumpkin Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Do you want it for a party, decoration or eating?

For a wedding or party:

See this page: Finding pumpkins for weddings

Decoration to paint or carve:

OK, Then you need only look for any pumpkin that is
  • visually appealing, evenly a deep orange. The shape is just whatever appeals to you. If it grew on its side and has a flat spot, you can either make that the make or use it as part of your design!
  • free from cuts, soft spots, bruises. The flesh should feel hard, and not give easily. Infections can invade easily and cause rot
  • Make sure the stem is attached.

Store it carefully, especially if you pick it from the vine yourself. Cure a fresh-picked pumpkin by keeping it in a dry place. Don't handle or disturb it. Curing toughens the rind, making it less prone to rot. Pumpkins will keep for months in a cool (50 F to 65F dry, low humidity environment; such as a cool, dry basement.

Tip: If you like roasted or baked pumpkin seeds, you can save the seeds from any pumpkin!

To make a pumpkin pie!

Then you need a small, sweet type of pumpkin that has been developed for eating. They are smaller, typically about 8" to 10" diameter. The meat is much less stringy and smoother than a decorative pumpkin variety. Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A and potassium. One-half cup of cooked pumpkin provides more than the recommended daily allowance of vitamin A. One cup of cooked pumpkin contains only 81 calories. It's low in fat and sodium! Usually you can get these at the grocery store, and some of the pumpkin patches and farm stands have them. Be sure to tell them that you intend to use it for a pumpkin pie. Again, look for firm, no soft spots, or signs of any rot. See this page for easy, illustrated directions to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh pumpkin!

Varieties of Pumpkins

  • Sugar - Excellent for baking
  • Jack O'Lantern - most common for carving
  • White Lumina - unusual, medium-sized white pumpkin
  • Mini - Great for decoration
  • Gourds - Many varieties, used for decorations

For a very complete, detailed list of many varieties of pumpkins and where to get the seeds, see this page!

Want to Grow Your Own Pumpkins?

Then see this page!

Pumpkin recipes

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
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