A large-scale operation offering 50,000 pumpkins and an 8-acre corn maze—a destination for full-day visits—but 2026 opening date, hours, and pricing had not been confirmed online as of August.
Berry Acres Pumpkin Patch is a large-scale operation outside Minot, located 1 mile west of Bypass 83. The farm’s signature attractions are the 50,000-pumpkin inventory and the 8-acre corn maze—both substantial draws that signal a destination, not a quick stop.
An 8-acre corn maze is notably large. Most ND patches feature 4- to 6-acre mazes; 8 acres puts this in the upper tier for complexity and time investment. Plan 45 minutes to an hour for the maze, depending on your problem-solving speed. Hayrides move visitors through the countryside and offer a passive complement to the maze. Scenic farm tours add another option for those who want to learn about the operation.
Advertising 50,000 pumpkins suggests high volume and variety. A large pumpkin farm with that inventory likely has several size grades, color options, and quality levels to choose from. This is the kind of scale that appeals to families seeking specific pumpkin qualities (large for decorating, small for kids to pick, perfect-circle shape for photographs).
The farm operates daily through October, which should distribute crowds better than weekend-only patches. However, October is peak season statewide, so expect weekend traffic regardless of weekday hours. The daily schedule is a genuine advantage for visitors who can make weekday visits.
No admission price or specific opening date had been published online as of August 2026. Call 701-839-0701 to ask about 2026 rates and the exact opening date before you commit to the drive. Large operations like this often finalize rates later in summer.
Minot is in northwest North Dakota, at the northern edge of the Great Plains. The terrain is open and flat, meaning wind exposure is a normal feature of outdoor fall events. October cools rapidly, and layers are essential. The farm sits on farm country 1 mile west of Bypass 83, so it is a short drive from the city but still rural in character.
The combination of an 8-acre maze, 50,000 pumpkins, hayrides, and scenic tours suggests a 3–5 hour visit minimum. This is not a quick stop; treat it as a half-day or full-day destination.
The farm operates daily through October, but the exact opening date and seasonal hours had not been published online as of August 2026. Call 701-839-0701 or ask about current schedule before the drive. Plan for an afternoon or full-day visit; the sheer scale of the property justifies extended time.
Three to five hours minimum. An 8-acre corn maze and 50,000 pumpkins mean this is a full-day destination, not a quick stop. Hayrides and scenic farm tours add another hour or more.
The farm is open daily through October, which should distribute crowds better than weekend-only operations. However, October is peak season statewide, and the large scale should attract significant weekend traffic.
Not specified. Assume field or gravel parking; muddy conditions are likely in wet October weather.
The 8-acre maze requires mobility; hayrides may be accessible depending on design. Call 701-839-0701 to discuss specific accessibility needs or mobility concerns.
Minot is a small city with a zoo (Minot Zoo) and a river walk. A morning at Berry Acres could pair with an afternoon downtown or at the zoo.
At 8 acres, the maze at Berry Acres is substantial — larger than most ND patches. It typically takes 30–60 minutes to navigate, depending on complexity and skill.
Berry Acres advertises 50,000 pumpkins available for picking, which is a high volume and suggests good variety and selection.
The farm operates daily through October, but the specific opening date and hours had not been published online as of August. Call 701-839-0701 before the drive to confirm current dates and hours.
Hayrides and scenic farm tours are available. The large property and multiple activities make it a full-day destination.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: Daily. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
4605 County Road 15 West, Minot, ND, in Ward County. It is one of 10 patches we track in North Dakota.
We track 10 patches in North Dakota, 1 of which are free to walk into. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 4 of the 10 patches we track in North Dakota had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
There is 1 other patch we track in Ward County. All North Dakota patches →
Checked August 2026.