A Morris County pumpkin and maze destination known for fresh-made mini cider donuts and both regular and haunted hayrides, with extended October hours for the Halloween crowd.
Conklin Farm U-Pick is anchored by the corn maze and hayrides, with pumpkin picking as a supporting activity rather than the main event. Unlike some farms that position themselves as pumpkin-first, Conklin’s layout and marketing emphasize the ride and the maze. That’s useful to know: if hayrides are not your priority, you might prefer a different farm. If hayrides and games are what you came for, this is the fit.
The farm was temporarily closed in July 2026 but has confirmed reopening for the fall season. This is not unusual for seasonal farms; some shut down briefly for maintenance or restructuring. The fact that it has reopened on schedule for fall is good news.
Conklin now offers fresh-made mini cider donuts, described as a new offering. If you like the idea of warm pastry and cider, this is worth timing your visit around. Availability is best in the afternoon on busy days when the kitchen is running full production. Go early morning on a quiet day, and you might find they haven’t made a fresh batch yet.
The farm operates both regular family hayrides and haunted hayrides in late October. Regular hayrides are straightforward farm tours. Haunted hayrides include costumed characters and spooky theming—good for older kids and adults who like that vibe, not suitable for young toddlers who scare easily. Late October haunted rides draw crowds; you may want to book ahead if the farm accepts reservations. Call (973) 400-9460 to ask.
The farm features a pumpkin slingshot game and pumpkin train, suggesting a carnival-adjacent experience. These are probably charged separately from general admission. The barn store sells painted pumpkins and gourds, so if picking is not productive (bad weather, limited stock), you have a backup option.
Conklin’s pricing structure is not published online. Call (973) 400-9460 to confirm what is included in general admission and what costs extra. A family of four should budget for admission, hayrides (or haunted rides), any games, pumpkins picked, and the cider donuts if you want to indulge.
September is quieter and cheaper. Early October has better picking conditions and reasonable crowds. Late October draws the Halloween crowd and higher prices. If you want to experience the haunted hayrides, you have to visit late October; plan for busier parking and longer waits. If you want the pumpkin-picking experience without the Halloween circus, aim for mid-September through early October.
Late September or early October on a weekday for quiet picking; late October weekends if you want the haunted hayride experience.
2 to 3 hours for daytime visiting; 1.5 to 2 hours for an evening haunted hayride
Operates daily 10am–6pm, which helps spread the crowd. Weekdays are quiet; Saturdays are busy. Haunted hayrides in late October run at capacity most evenings.
On-site parking; typical unpaved lot that can get muddy in wet conditions.
Call (973) 400-9460 to confirm accessibility for the maze and hayride routes.
You're averse to spooky activities or crowds; the haunted hayrides draw heavy traffic in late October.
Conklin is 20 minutes from Alstede Farms (Chester) and 30 minutes from Ward's Pumpkin Patch (Ridgewood), making a two-farm weekend easy.
They're fresh-made on-site and have become a signature offering. The farm describes them as a new addition to the fall menu. Availability is best on weekends and afternoons when foot traffic is high.
Regular hayrides are family-friendly tours of the property. Haunted hayrides, offered in late October, include spooky characters and Halloween theming. Both are popular; the haunted version draws larger crowds.
Yes. The farm includes both a pumpkin train and pumpkin slingshot game in its offerings. Specific pricing for these attractions is not available online; call (973) 400-9460.
The farm's barn store includes painted pumpkins and gourds. Whether pre-picked unpainted pumpkins are available is not confirmed; call to ask.
September 22 – October 31, 2026. Seven days a week. Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
65 River Road, Montville, NJ 07045, in Morris County. It is one of 5 patches we track in North Jersey.
We track 5 patches in North Jersey. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.
Its season runs about 40 days against a regional average of 52, 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 an after-dark attraction, which most North Jersey patches on our list do not.
There is 1 other patch we track in Morris County. All North Jersey patches →
conklinupick.com · pumpkinpatchesandmore.org
Checked August 2026.