An established Portland-area patch with 27+ pumpkin varieties and both a corn maze and hay maze is worth visiting—if you can confirm it's open for fall 2026, which requires a direct call before driving.
Before making the drive to Plumper Farms, confirm that it’s open for the fall 2026 season. Yelp listed it as ‘Temporarily Closed’ in July 2026. That flag may reflect an interim closure, seasonal maintenance, or outdated information—but it means you should call or check the website (plumperfarms.com) to confirm the farm is operating before you make the trip.
Once you’ve confirmed it’s open, here’s what the record indicates about the experience.
Plumper Pumpkin Patch & Tree Farm is a 35-acre operation in northwest Portland, a working farm that grows pumpkins on-site rather than sourcing them from elsewhere. The season runs mid-September through October 31, Wednesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The farm’s signature offering is variety: 27+ pumpkin types. For visitors with specific varieties in mind (sugar pumpkins for cooking, decorative gourds, giant carving varieties), this breadth is an asset.
U-pick pumpkins, a corn maze, a hay maze, and farm activities. The two-maze option is unusual—most farms have one or the other. Both are included in admission, which means you can try each without separate charges.
U-pick gives families autonomy in pumpkin selection and harvesting. Corn mazes navigate through standing stalks; hay mazes use stacked bales. Both offer puzzle-solving engagement, and the record doesn’t detail difficulty levels or time estimates, so calling ahead (or checking the website) helps set expectations.
Open only Wednesday through Sunday, so plan your visit accordingly. Mid-September openings are quieter than peak October. Weekday visits (Wed-Fri) see fewer families than weekends.
Late October pumpkins are larger and fully colored, but Portland’s October weather becomes wetter as the month progresses. Rain doesn’t close farms but affects field conditions and mud.
The 27+ varieties claim is the farm’s main differentiation point. Most patches stock orange carving pumpkins and maybe a few decorative types; Plumper offers meaningful selection for cooking-focused gardeners or those seeking specific ornamental varieties.
Call ahead or check the website to confirm this year’s specific varieties and availability—pumpkin selection varies by season and crop.
Having both a corn maze and a hay maze on one property is relatively uncommon. This lets you and your group experience two different maze formats without driving to separate farms. The record doesn’t detail the size, difficulty, or time investment for each; calling the farm clarifies what suits your group’s ages and energy level.
Specific maze difficulty ratings, restroom locations, and accessibility details aren’t spelled out. The record notes the farm is a “family-friendly” operation, but the specifics of young-child suitability, stroller accessibility, or mobility aid compatibility require direct contact.
Admission pricing isn’t listed in the record. Given that the farm is paid admission (not free), you’ll want to confirm current 2026 pricing before visiting.
The variety claim and dual-maze setup make Plumper a differentiated option—it’s not a one-maze farm. For families who want more engagement or visitors interested in specialty pumpkins, this could be worth the drive.
But the July 2026 ‘Temporarily Closed’ flag on Yelp is a red light. Before you plan a visit, confirm operational status directly. A 15-minute phone call or website check now saves the frustration of a wasted drive later.
Check plumperfarms.com for current hours and dates. Call the farm’s contact number (available on the website) to confirm fall 2026 operation, ask about specific varieties available this year, and get maze-difficulty guidance for your group. Ask whether they’re taking walk-in visitors or if reservations are required.
Mid-to-late October for the largest pumpkins and best maze conditions; call ahead first to confirm fall 2026 operating status.
2-3 hours for corn maze, hay maze, u-pick, and farm activities.
Weekends are busier; weekday visits (Wed-Fri) offer a quieter experience.
On-site parking; typical farm lot conditions.
Specific accessibility details not documented; call the farm to discuss your needs.
Plumper Farms is in northwest Portland. The Pumpkin Patch on Sauvie Island (Portland's original patch since 1967) is nearby; you could visit both if operating hours and your schedule allow.
Yelp showed a 'Temporarily Closed' status as of July 2026, which requires verification. Call (503) contact info or check plumperfarms.com to confirm the farm is operating before making the drive.
The record notes the farm offers 27+ types but doesn't list them. The website or a phone call clarifies which varieties are available this year.
A corn maze is navigated through standing corn stalks; a hay maze uses hay bales. Both are included, and the record doesn't detail difficulty levels or size differences—call to ask which suits your group.
The record doesn't specify maze difficulty or recommended ages. Contact the farm to discuss which options work for your family's ages and abilities.
September 14 – October 31, 2026. Wednesday-Sunday. Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
11435 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Portland, OR 97231, in Multnomah County. It is one of 9 patches we track in Portland Metro.
We track 9 patches in Portland Metro, 3 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.
Its season runs about 48 days against a regional average of 46, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.
There are 2 other patches we track in Multnomah County. All Portland Metro patches →
plumperfarms.com
Checked August 2026.