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Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin and Strawberry Patch

📍 31458 LA 43 Hwy, Albany, LA 70711🗓 September 15 – November 1, 2026🏷 Pricing TBD

A high-activity patch with a surprising centerpiece—a zip line—plus corn maze, hay maze, face painting, and birthday-party infrastructure; if you want adventure beyond pumpkins, this stands out in the Baton Rouge region.

Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin and Strawberry Patch in Albany, LA

What you get for the price

Included with admission

Pumpkin patchZip lineHay mazeFace paintingBirthday partiesSchool tours

Our take

A Different Kind of Patch: Adventure Meets Autumn

Most pumpkin patches offer hayrides, maybe a corn maze. This one has a zip line. Mrs. Heather’s positions itself as an adventure destination layered with fall activities—pumpkin picking, hay maze, zip line, face painting, and school-group touring infrastructure.

The zip line is the differentiator. If your family is into outdoor adventure and your kids are old enough for this activity, this patch offers something genuinely unusual in the Louisiana pumpkin-patch market. Research notes describe it as a significant draw that separates this farm from competitors in the Baton Rouge region.

The Uncertainty: Zip Line Details

No published safety information, age restrictions, or weight limits are available online. Zip lines typically require minimum ages (often 5–8 years old) and minimum weights (often 50–75 lbs depending on the line). Before committing, call 225-567-3493 and confirm:

  • Minimum age for zip-line access
  • Weight limits (minimum and maximum)
  • Whether supervision/waivers require parent presence
  • Cost of zip lining if it’s separate from patch admission

Multiple Activity Options: The Hay Maze Advantage

Beyond the zip line, the farm offers a hay maze (smaller and more fun than a traditional corn maze for families with very young children), face painting, and pumpkin picking. The combination means you can tailor your visit length; quick stop for pumpkins and face painting, or full afternoon with maze, painting, and zip-lining.

Hours and Pricing: You’ll Need to Call

No hours are published, and pricing data is not online. This is characteristic of smaller family-run operations in rural Louisiana. Call ahead to confirm:

  • What days and times they operate in October
  • Per-person admission or day-pass pricing
  • Whether activities are bundled or separately charged
  • Payment methods (cash, card, etc.)

School Tours and Groups

The farm explicitly offers school tours, suggesting structured educational programming during weekday hours. If you’re visiting with a homeschool co-op or youth group, contact them to discuss group rates and tour options.

The Regional Context: Livingston Parish

Albany sits in rural Livingston Parish, about 30 minutes northeast of Baton Rouge. It’s genuine countryside—slow-paced, agricultural, without the commercial density of major towns. October weather in this area is still warm during daylight (75–85°F), with lingering humidity and potential afternoon heat. Zip-lining in that weather is manageable if you go early morning or late afternoon; midday can feel hot for adventure activities.

This is a destination visit, not a quick stop. Plan for 2–3 hours if you’re doing the zip line and other activities. Pair it with a scenic rural drive or a stop in Denham Springs (20 min south) if you want a combined outing.

The Bottom Line

If adventure activities matter to your family, this patch offers real differentiation. If you just want pumpkins and hayrides, there are easier, more transparent options in the region. Call first to confirm zip-line access, pricing, and operational hours before making the drive.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

Early to mid-October (season runs Sept 15–Nov 1; zip line and hay maze are weather-dependent, so dry conditions are preferable).

How long to budget

2–3 hours (full property with multiple activities)

Crowds

No published hours means self-directed timing; expect less structured crowd management than operations with ticketed sessions.

Parking

No details provided; rural LA 43 Highway location suggests farm parking, likely unpaved or gravel.

Strollers and accessibility

Zip line and adventure activities raise accessibility questions not addressed in available data. Call 225-567-3493 to confirm ADA accommodations.

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes suitable for adventure activities (zip line requires appropriate footwear and grip)
  • Water bottle (October afternoon heat and humidity)
  • Sunscreen (outdoor activities, limited shade)
  • Hand sanitizer (face painting contact)

How to spend less here

  • Pricing is not published; call to ask about group rates if you're visiting with multiple families.

Who it suits

Good for

  • Families seeking adventure activities alongside pumpkin picking
  • Groups interested in zip-lining (rare in pumpkin-patch operations)
  • Birthday celebrations (farm hosts parties; confirm availability ahead)
  • School tours (explicitly listed as offered)

Skip it if

You want a minimal-interaction quick patch stop; you have mobility concerns with zip lines; you need wheelchair accessibility confirmed for adventure activities.

Worth pairing with

Albany is 30 min north of Baton Rouge, close to Livingston Parish rural areas; pair with a drive through the countryside or a stop in nearby Denham Springs.

Common questions

Can children of all ages do the zip line?

No age or weight restrictions are published. Call 225-567-3493 to confirm minimum requirements; zip lines typically require age 5–8+ and adequate weight.

What does admission cost?

Pricing has not been published online. Call the farm directly to confirm per-person rates or day-pass options for 2026.

Is there food available on site?

Not mentioned in available data. Bring snacks or confirm food options when you call to book.

Do you do birthday parties year-round?

Birthday-party services are offered, but specific availability during October is unclear. Call 225-567-3493 to discuss dates and pricing.

When is Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin and Strawberry Patch open in 2026?

September 15 – November 1, 2026.

How much does Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin and Strawberry Patch cost?

Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.

Where is Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin and Strawberry Patch?

31458 LA 43 Hwy, Albany, LA 70711, in Livingston Parish. It is one of 4 patches we track in Baton Rouge Region.

How Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin and Strawberry Patch compares in Baton Rouge Region

We track 4 patches in Baton Rouge Region. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.

Its season runs about 48 days against a regional average of 45, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.

What sets it apart locally: it has rides and play structures, which most Baton Rouge Region patches on our list do not.

Other patches near Albany

Quick facts

SeasonSeptember 15 – November 1, 2026
Days openNot published
HoursNot published
AdmissionNot published
CountyLivingston Parish
RegionBaton Rouge Region

Sources

pumpkinpatchesandmore.org

Checked August 2026.