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Munson Farms

📍 7355 Valmont Road, Boulder, CO 80301🗓 Season dates not yet published for 2026🏷 Pricing TBD

A 100-acre working farm celebrating its 50th year in 2026 with free corn maze included in your visit, daily hours, and a focus on pick-your-own pumpkins and fresh produce rather than a ticketed festival.

Munson Farms in Boulder, CO

What you get for the price

Included with admission

Pumpkin PickingFresh ProduceCorn SalesFree Corn Maze

Our take

Munson Farms is marking its 50th year operating on the Boulder-area Front Range, and it runs as a working produce farm rather than a festival. That distinction matters: you will find pumpkin picking and a free corn maze, but not carnival rides, food trucks, or ticket booths. The farm is open daily 9am-6pm for fresh produce, and October is peak pumpkin season here.

What you are actually paying for

The website does not specify pricing, which is unusual for even a casual operation. Call ahead to understand whether entry is free and how the pumpkin selection works — is it pick-your-own by the pound, by the pumpkin, or by a crate? That detail shapes the budget and the time commitment.

The corn maze is free

This is worth noting against operations where you pay admission and then the maze is an add-on. At Munson, the maze is included in your visit, which lowers the baseline cost significantly if your group wants a non-negotiable maze experience.

Elevation and fall weather

At 5,430 feet in Boulder County, the Front Range does get genuine fall weather and color by late September. Nights turn cold fast — bring layers even on a warm afternoon. By late October, you might encounter early frost or even snow at this elevation, which is a real planning consideration if you are scheduling a late-season trip.

The missing piece: exact dates

Call the farm before driving. “Peak pumpkin season” is not the same as “we are open,” and the website does not list the 2026 season start or end. The farm should have that information ready and be able to confirm hours on weekdays versus weekends if it varies.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

The farm does not publish specific fall season dates on its website. Peak pumpkin season is typically September through October on Colorado Front Range farms. Hours are daily 9am-6pm, but the website notes that specific fall hours have not been published yet for 2026. Call 720-491-1421 or 303-883-7743 to confirm the exact dates when the fall pumpkin operation begins.

How long to budget

Two to three hours. Pick-your-own takes time, and the free corn maze adds another 45 minutes to an hour if your group tackles it.

Crowds

As a working produce farm open daily, likely steadier than festival-focused operations, but still busier on weekends.

Parking

Not documented. Over 100 acres on Valmont Road, so adequate on-site lot parking is likely, but expect a gravel or unpaved surface typical of farm operations.

Strollers and accessibility

Not documented. Call the farm directly to discuss accessibility needs.

What to bring

  • Closed-toe shoes for walking through fields
  • A way to carry pumpkins — wagons or bags, since the farm is not documented to provide them
  • Sunscreen and water, especially on a warm September afternoon
  • Small bills if the farm operates on cash at the field

How to spend less here

  • The corn maze is free, making this a lower-cost outing than festival-based patches if you keep add-ons minimal
  • Shop for fresh produce at farm prices while you are there rather than at a supermarket later

Who it suits

Good for

  • Families who want a straightforward pumpkin-picking experience without festival infrastructure and ticket gates
  • Visitors interested in fresh local produce beyond pumpkins — the farm sells same-day harvested sweet corn, tomatoes, and peaches
  • Groups with children who enjoy maze-walking without entry fees
  • Anyone looking to avoid the peak-weekend crowds at larger festival operations

Skip it if

You need to know the exact opening date in advance; the farm's website does not list 2026 fall season dates and requires a phone call to confirm.

Common questions

When does the 2026 pumpkin season start?

The farm's website does not list specific 2026 dates. Peak pumpkin season is typically September through October. Call 720-491-1421 or 303-883-7743 to confirm.

Do I have to pay admission to pick pumpkins?

Pricing is not documented on the website. Call to ask about admission and pumpkin-selection pricing.

Is the corn maze free?

Yes. The corn maze is included free with your farm visit.

When is Munson Farms open in 2026?

2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: Daily. Check with the farm before driving out.

How much does Munson Farms cost?

Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.

Where is Munson Farms?

7355 Valmont Road, Boulder, CO 80301, in Boulder County. It is one of 8 patches we track in Front Range.

How Munson Farms compares in Front Range

We track 8 patches in Front Range, 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 2 of the 8 patches we track in Front Range had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.

Other patches near Boulder

There are 2 other patches we track in Boulder County. All Front Range patches →

Quick facts

SeasonSeason dates not yet published for 2026
Days openDaily
Hours9am-6pm
AdmissionNot published
CountyBoulder County
RegionFront Range

Sources

munsonfarms.com

Checked August 2026.