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Big Stone Pumpkin Patch

📍 48587 148th Street, Big Stone City, SD 57216🗓 September 21 – October 27, 2026🏷 Pricing TBD

A comprehensive family-activity farm (7+ attractions including corn maze, hayrides, and jumping pillow) in remote northern South Dakota, September 21-October 27, but with no phone or website and minimal accessible information.

Aerial view of Big Stone Pumpkin Patch in Big Stone City, SD

What you get for the price

Included with admission

Pumpkin PatchCorn MazeHayridesBale ClimbingBarrel Train RidesJumping PillowCorn Dig

Our take

Big Stone Pumpkin Patch is positioned as a comprehensive family-activity farm in remote northern Roberts County with 7+ attractions spanning corn maze, pumpkins, hayrides, bale climbing, barrel-train rides, jumping pillow, and corn dig. The Saturday-Sunday, September 21-October 27 window is standard for the region. The significant challenge: the farm has no website or readily available phone number, making pre-visit research difficult.

Seven-plus activities: substantial scope

Corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, bale climbing, barrel-train rides, jumping pillow, and corn dig represent real variety. The activity list suggests a family-oriented venue built for active play, not quiet browsing. This appeals to households with kids 5-12 who want movement and engagement.

The information access problem

The farm has no website, no published phone number, and no social media presence noted in the Travel South Dakota listing. That is a severe limitation for trip planning. To confirm 2026 dates, hours, admission, and what activities are included, you will need to:

  1. Contact the Big Stone City chamber of commerce or local tourism board
  2. Search “Big Stone Pumpkin Patch” + phone in a search engine
  3. Call locally and ask for the farm’s contact information

This is not ideal for advance planning, but it is manageable if you are patient.

Northern Roberts County: genuinely remote

Big Stone City is in northeastern South Dakota, far from major population centers or tourist hubs. It is genuinely rural and sparsely populated. This venue is not a casual drive from Sioux Falls (250+ miles) or Rapid City (200+ miles); it is a regional destination for families in the area.

The terrain is flat high plains. Fall colors are less dramatic than wooded regions, and wind exposure is real. October weather can swing from comfortable to cold; layers are essential.

Planning the visit

Two to three hours for the activities. The corn maze and active play (bale climbing, jumping pillow) are physically engaging, so plan for real movement and fatigue. The Saturday 10am-4pm window is tighter than many venues, especially if you are driving long distances.

Bring closed shoes, layers, and water. The remote location means no food services nearby, so plan meals ahead. Call ahead to confirm 2026 dates and admission — the historical window is Sept 21-Oct 27, but exact dates and hours should be verified.

This is a genuinely isolated operation in rural northern South Dakota. If you are in the region, it is a solid farm stop. If you are traveling specifically for this one venue, the lack of contact information and online presence is a significant planning barrier.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

September 21 to October 27, 2026, Saturday-Sunday 10am-4pm (based on 2025 data). Early October is peak pumpkin season with comfortable fall weather. Saturdays offer the longest operating window; Sundays close at 4pm.

How long to budget

Two to three hours for the corn maze, animal activities, hayrides, and jumping pillow. A bale-climbing component suggests active play, so plan for movement time.

Crowds

Weekend-only operation (Sat-Sun) concentrates demand. Early October may be lighter than late October. The remote northern location likely draws local families rather than tourists, reducing peak-time pressure.

Parking

Not specified. Assume field parking.

Strollers and accessibility

Not published. A corn maze, hayrides, bale climbing, and barrel-train rides may have accessibility limitations. Contact the farm if you have specific needs (you will need to find a phone number elsewhere).

What to bring

  • Closed shoes with grip for the maze, bale climbing, and farm animals
  • Layers and a light jacket for September and October temperature swings
  • Cash (assume no card payment at a roadside farm)
  • Water or hydration for active play — jumping pillows and bale climbing are physically demanding

How to spend less here

  • No pricing is published. Call Travel South Dakota or the Big Stone City chamber of commerce to find a phone number for the farm, then confirm admission and any add-on charges.

Who it suits

Good for

  • Families with active kids (5-12) who enjoy multiple activities and farm animals
  • Anyone visiting the remote northern-SD region and wanting a concentrated activity venue
  • Groups comfortable driving to a rural, off-the-beaten-path location

Skip it if

You need a website or phone confirmation before traveling. The farm has neither, making pre-visit research impossible. Also skip if you require accessibility information — none is published, and the farm may have limited facilities.

Worth pairing with

Big Stone City is in northern Roberts County, very remote and not close to other major fall attractions. Treat this as a standalone destination for a northern-SD regional trip.

Common questions

How many activities are included in admission?

The farm lists 7+ activities (corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, bale climbing, barrel-train rides, jumping pillow, corn dig), but whether all are included in admission or some require separate fees is not specified. You will need to contact the farm to clarify.

What is the admission price?

Not published. No website or phone number is readily available; you will need to search locally or contact the Big Stone City chamber of commerce to find contact information.

Is there food at the venue?

Not listed. Plan to eat before arriving or bring snacks.

How far is it to the nearest town?

Big Stone City is in northern Roberts County, northeastern South Dakota. It is very rural and sparsely populated. The farm is several miles from town.

When is Big Stone Pumpkin Patch open in 2026?

September 21 – October 27, 2026. Sat-Sun. Hours: 10am-4pm.

How much does Big Stone Pumpkin Patch cost?

Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.

Where is Big Stone Pumpkin Patch?

48587 148th Street, Big Stone City, SD 57216, in Roberts County. It is one of 18 patches we track in South Dakota.

How Big Stone Pumpkin Patch compares in South Dakota

We track 18 patches in South 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.

Its season runs about 37 days against a regional average of 47, so it is a shorter window than most of its neighbours — miss it and the nearest alternatives will still be open.

What sets it apart locally: it has hayrides, rides and play structures, which most South Dakota patches on our list do not.

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Quick facts

SeasonSeptember 21 – October 27, 2026
Days openSat-Sun
Hours10am-4pm
AdmissionNot published
CountyRoberts County
RegionSouth Dakota

Sources

Checked August 2026.