A comprehensive maze-and-activities operation in Acadiana with 40+ features including photo stations, obstacle courses, and tree house; $10 entry plus $5 pumpkin (infants free); best for full-day activity-packed visits.
$10 entry, $5 additional for pumpkin, infants free
Rough cost for a family of four: about $40.00 in admission alone at the posted starting rate, before pumpkins, food, parking or any add-on listed above. Most families end up well north of that once they are through the gate.
Poches Patch and Maze is positioned as a premier adventure destination, not just a pumpkin patch. With 40+ activities—corn maze, photo stations (20+), tree house, mole-hole mountain, obstacle courses, jungle bus, book walk, culvert slides—this is a full-day commitment.
It’s less “drive 45 minutes, pick pumpkin, go home” and more “plan 4–5 hours of varied entertainment with pumpkins as one element.”
For a family of four with two pumpkins: $40 entry + $10 pumpkins = $50 total. That’s reasonable for multiple hours of activities.
Important: Website states cash only for admission. No credit cards for entry; you must bring cash. Food and beverages (available weekends) may accept cards—call to confirm.
A distinctive element: 20+ photo stations including tree house, mole-hole mountain, and other backdrops. This appeals to families who want Instagram-worthy moments and keepsakes. If your group loves photo ops and posting to social media, this patch is built for that.
The “giant maze” is mentioned as a primary attraction. Corn mazes are typically 45–90 minutes for families to complete depending on complexity. Poches’s maze is part of a larger activity ecosystem, so you can skip it or combine it with other activities in the same visit.
Obstacle courses, tree-house access, and mole-hole climbs suggest moderate-to-challenging physical activities. No age, height, weight, or mobility requirements are published, so call 337-885-3031 to confirm whether your children can access each activity.
Families with very young children or mobility concerns should verify activity accessibility before paying entry.
Weekday afternoon visits are quieter and more manageable if you have schedule flexibility. Weekends offer longer hours but expect crowds.
Peak Halloween crowds (late October weekends) will be significant. If you visit during those times, arrive at opening (10am) or after 3pm for shortest waits.
The farm explicitly offers Monday–Friday 9:30am–2pm field-trip programming for schools. Birthday parties and group outings are available by booking. Call 337-885-3031 to discuss:
Research notes mention “food, beverages available weekends.” Weekday availability is unclear. If meals are important to your plan, visit weekends or bring snacks. Call to confirm what food options exist and whether you can bring your own.
Lafayette is the cultural heart of Acadiana (Southwest Louisiana’s Cajun/Creole region). Combining a farm visit with Vermilionville (living-history museum), downtown restaurants, and cultural attractions creates a full-day Acadiana experience.
With 40+ activities, realistic budgeting is 3–5 hours. That’s a significant day commitment, so plan accordingly. Families wanting a quick pumpkin grab should look elsewhere.
The bottom line: Poches is the most comprehensive, activity-dense operation in the Louisiana dataset. If you want adventure, photo ops, obstacle courses, and maze exploration all at one location, it delivers. If you want simple pumpkin picking, this is over-engineered.
Wed–Sun October 1–Nov 1; weekday afternoons (Wed–Fri 3:30pm–6pm) quieter; weekends (Sat–Sun 10am–5pm) busier but full-feature access.
3–5 hours for comprehensive exploration (activities range from 5-minute photo op to 1-hour maze navigation)
Wed–Fri 3:30pm–6pm see lighter crowds; Sat–Sun 10am–5pm are peak times. October weekends near Halloween very busy; arrive at opening or late-afternoon for shortest waits.
No details provided; rural Lafayette Parish location likely farm lot, paved or gravel.
Obstacle courses, tree house, and mole-hole climb raise accessibility questions. Call 337-885-3031 to confirm ADA accommodations for physical activities.
You want a quick 30-minute pumpkin grab; you have limited mobility for obstacle courses; you want adult activities only (heavy family-kid focus).
Lafayette is the hub of Acadiana (Cajun culture region); combine with Vermilionville living-history museum, downtown restaurants, and Creole cultural attractions.
Research notes mention a corn maze as a primary attraction. With 40+ total activities, it's one of multiple maze/adventure options, not the only focus.
No. You pay entry ($10) and can explore as much or as little as you want. Budget 3–5 hours to reasonably experience multiple activities without rushing.
No safety details published. Call 337-885-3031 to ask age, height, weight, and mobility requirements for tree-house access.
Research notes mention 'food, beverages available weekends.' Weekday food availability not confirmed. Bring snacks or arrive weekends if food is important to your plan.
October 1 – November 1, 2026. Wed-Sun. Hours: Wed-Fri 3:30pm-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5:00pm.
Admission starts at $10 per person. $10 entry, $5 additional for pumpkin, infants free
930 Guilbeau Road, Lafayette, LA 70506, in Lafayette Parish. It is one of 4 patches we track in Acadiana.
We track 4 patches in Acadiana. At $10 a head this one sits right on the regional median of $10.
Its season runs about 32 days against a regional average of 56, so it is a shorter window than most of its neighbours — miss it and the nearest alternatives will still be open.
What sets it apart locally: it has a corn or crop maze, rides and play structures, which most Acadiana patches on our list do not.
pochespatch.com
Checked August 2026.