A historic family farm in the New Sweden area one mile west of Idaho Falls, featuring two corn mazes, pumpkin patches, pony rides, and petting-zoo activities — but the farm is reservation-only for most of its season, and 2026 dates and pricing are not confirmed, so this requires direct contact to plan a visit.
New Sweden Farms is a family operation established in 2017 in the historic New Sweden area one mile west of the Sunnyside exit in Idaho Falls. The farm features two corn mazes, pumpkin patches, pony rides, petting zoo, jump pads, and food services (scones, s’mores, Mexican corn).
Unlike walk-up pumpkin patches, New Sweden Farms operates by reservation for most of its season. The farm is closed Sunday and Monday and takes bookings for Tuesday through Saturday. This is a fundamental operational difference from drop-in farms — you cannot spontaneously decide to visit on a Saturday morning. Advance planning is required.
The reservation system keeps group sizes manageable and prevents the crowded-lot feeling of peak October at open-access farms. If you prefer quieter experiences and are willing to plan ahead, this is an advantage. If you like spontaneity, it is a barrier.
Historical dates (2025 season) ran September 16–October 28. Confirm 2026 opening and closing with the farm directly. Pricing for admission is not published online; you will need to contact the farm to learn costs. Call ahead or visit newswedenfarms.com for booking and pricing.
New Sweden sits west of Idaho Falls, near the Sunnyside exit. For Idaho Falls residents, it is accessible; for visitors from Boise or Treasure Valley, it is a two-hour drive across high desert and mountain roads — not quick or casual.
Eastern Idaho, at higher elevation and farther north than Treasure Valley, cools and frosts earlier in fall. Pumpkin-patch seasons here typically run mid-September through late October, which aligns with historical New Sweden dates. By late October, evening temperatures drop noticeably.
The farm advertises scones, s’mores, and Mexican corn, which are a step above typical concessions. Pricing and availability (especially for s’mores service) should be confirmed when you book.
Mid-September through late October (2025 dates were September 16–October 28; confirm 2026 dates with the farm). The farm operates by reservation; call or email to book your visit.
Two to three hours for maze navigation, petting zoo, and pony rides.
The reservation model inherently limits groups, which is a quality-of-life advantage if you prefer a quieter experience. Peak October will still see traffic, but not the crowded-lot feeling of open-access farms.
On-site parking implied from a working farm property. Details not specified.
No accessibility details are published. Call the farm if you have mobility or access questions.
You need a drop-in, walk-up experience. The farm operates by reservation most days (closed Sunday–Monday), which requires advance planning. If spontaneous farm visits are your style, this may frustrate you.
The farm operates by reservation for most days of the week. Call or visit newswedenfarms.com to confirm reservation requirements and book your visit. Spontaneous walk-ins may not be accommodated.
Historical dates (2025) were September 16–October 28, but 2026 dates are not yet confirmed online. Contact the farm directly to confirm 2026 opening and closing.
This is not specified in published materials. Contact the farm to learn whether admission bundles all activities or if some are à la carte.
Research notes mention scones, s'mores, and Mexican corn on the cob, but pricing and availability are not detailed. Call the farm to understand food options and cost.
September 16 – October 28, 2026. Sept 16-Oct 28 (dates from 2025; closed Sun-Mon, other days by reservation for 2026). Hours: Call for current hours; closed Sun-Mon.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
3512 W 17th S, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, in Bonneville County. It is one of 4 patches we track in Eastern Idaho.
We track 4 patches in Eastern Idaho. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.
Its season runs about 43 days against a regional average of 43, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.
What sets it apart locally: it has farm animals, rides and play structures, which most Eastern Idaho patches on our list do not.
There is 1 other patch we track in Bonneville County. All Eastern Idaho patches →
newswedenfarms.com
Checked August 2026.