PaPa Simpson's Farm, LLC

Our take

The By-Appointment Model: Planning Required

PaPa Simpson’s Farm operates entirely by appointment—no walk-in access, no published public hours. You call 318-278-0883, confirm availability for your desired date, and book a time slot. This requires advance planning but offers personalized, less-crowded experiences.

The model appeals to families with schedule flexibility and those seeking a farm visit without commercial-scale crowds.

Dual-Season Availability

Pumpkins (mid-October through Thanksgiving):

• Available by appointment
• Both pick-your-own and pre-harvested options
• 2+ month season gives flexibility

Corn Maze (Fri–Sun nights, October only):

• Evening entertainment option
• Unique within the dataset (most mazes are daytime)
• October only; maze closes November even though pumpkin season continues

Evening Corn Maze: A Unique Offer

Corn-maze nights (Fri–Sun October evenings) are unusual in this dataset. Evening farm visits appeal to families who:

• Want after-work or weekend-evening entertainment
• Enjoy cooler temperatures (October evenings ~60–70°F vs. afternoon 80°F)
• Seek less-crowded experiences (evening typically lower attendance than daytime)

Duration and specific time (7pm? 8pm? How late?), lighting (flashlights provided? LED markers?), and pricing are not published. Call 318-278-0883 to ask:

• What time do maze nights start and end?
• Is lighting provided, or do we bring flashlights?
• How difficult is the maze in evening conditions?
• Is maze pricing included with pumpkin admission or separate?

Pony Rides: The Small-Farm Differentiation

Pony rides are explicitly offered—a centerpiece for young children, as opposed to just petting zoos. This suggests real animals with riding infrastructure, not petting-only.

Age, weight, and safety requirements are not published. Call 318-278-0883 to ask:

• Minimum age and weight for pony rides?
• Do kids ride independently or with adult leading?
• Is protective gear (helmet) provided?
• Is pony-ride cost included with admission or separately charged?

Extended Season: Mid-October Through Thanksgiving

Unlike patches that operate Sept–Oct, this farm runs through late November. This gives flexibility for:

• Last-minute pumpkin pickups (Nov 1–30)
• Post-Halloween visits with smaller crowds
• Thanksgiving-themed outing timing

October 15 is the start date; early-October visitors need to wait or visit by appointment after the 15th.

School Tours and Birthday Parties

Both are explicitly offered. Research notes suggest this farm accommodates group events. Call 318-278-0883 to discuss:

• Available dates for school tours and parties
• Group-size pricing
• Party packages and amenities
• Whether activities differ for group vs. individual visits

Regional Context: North Louisiana Piney-Woods

Arcadia is in Claiborne Parish, North Louisiana’s piney-woods region—rural, low-density, quiet. Nearest city (Shreveport) is 45+ minutes; Monroe ~30 minutes. This is a destination visit requiring full drive planning, not convenient for metro day trips.

The small-farm, personalized-experience positioning fits the rural character.

The Critical Call

Pricing, exact dates, appointment availability, and activity specifics are not published. This farm requires a phone call before any planning.

Call 318-278-0883 and ask:

• Availability for your target date (mid-Oct–Thanksgiving for pumpkins, Fri–Sun Oct evenings for maze)
• Per-person admission cost
• Pricing for each activity (pony rides, petting zoo, maze, pumpkin selection)
• What’s included vs. separately charged
• What time should we arrive for our appointment
• Payment methods (cash, card, check)

The Personalized Model

This farm rewards visitors who:

• Plan ahead (by-appointment only)
• Want smaller-scale, less-commercial experiences
• Enjoy evening activities (maze nights)
• Seek pony-ride experiences
• Are willing to call and coordinate details directly

If spontaneity and minimal advance planning matter, this is not your patch.