Fall in Iowa means it’s time to visit a local pumpkin patch. Some many great places to choose from! And we’re not talking about just pumpkins, we’re talking about a corn maze, wagon rides, pedal tractor races, haystacks, slides and even apple orchards. That’s right, Iowa doesn’t provide just your everyday pumpkin patch, it’s an all day, family friendly experience. Check out the top pumpkin patches currently open in central Iowa.

Howell’s Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch

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Howell’s has something for everyone in the family. It’s located just 10 miles south of Des Moines. The kids will enjoy all the activities: tractor pulled wagon ride , corn maze, pedal go-carts, jumping pillow, corn box and even get to see some farm animals. Adults will enjoy the fall decor that’s available with beautiful mums, dried flowers, antique farm machinery and gift barn. Purchase your tickets early as this place gets busy in the afternoon!

Center Grove Orchard

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Come to the Farmyard at Center Grove Orchard that is the perfect place to explore the corn maze, watch a pig race, go down the combine slide and take photos near the enormous sunflower field. Maybe you’d like to pick up some fresh apples from the Apple Orchard. So many varieties of apples to take home you’ll definitely make some fun memories at the Center Grove Orchard in Cambridge, Iowa.

Pumpkinville Corn Maze

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There’s fun for all ages at the Pumpkinville Corn Maze in Mitchellville, Iowa. Kids can jump around in the straw and even climb a giant worm made of straw.  Once you’ve done that, be sure to participate in the sack races and even challenge another group in a “tug-a-pumpkin” war. With 2 awesome corn mazes, this place is great for team building exercises, youth groups and schools groups who enjoy a challenge. You don’t want to miss this place!

The Pumpkin Ranch

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Winterset has The Pumpkin Ranch that’s home to Iowa’s Mega Corn Maze. Visitors can enjoy zip lines, giant slides, jump pillows, corn pool and tractor rides when they come here. If that’s not enough, challenge your friends to the Farm Ninja Obstacle Course that’s been a crowd favorite. Do you like horse back rides? Well, they have that too. Once you visit The Pumpkin Ranch, you’ll never want to leave. Just don’t forget to do what you came there to do: pick out a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch.