A free-entry 35-acre u-pick pumpkin patch near Louisburg, ideal for budget-conscious families seeking traditional harvest experience without entertainment infrastructure or admission barriers.
Free admission to pumpkin patch and grounds. Activity fees for corn maze and other attractions.
Free to walk in. Your spend here is whatever you choose — pumpkins, food, and any paid activities. That makes it a low-risk stop if you are not sure how long the kids will last.
Powell Pumpkin Patch operates as a straightforward u-pick operation on a 35-acre property near Louisburg, without the entertainment overlay that characterizes larger metro-area farms. The free admission is the core value proposition.
Free admission removes the decision friction that stops budget-conscious families. You pay only for the pumpkins you take home, which means a small family picking two or three pumpkins can complete a visit for just a few dollars. This pricing model also means you can visit multiple farms in a single fall season without the cumulative admission costs of ticket-based operations.
The acreage gives families room to explore and find pumpkins that match their specific preferences — size, color, stem quality — without feeling rushed or crowded. On a busy weekend, that space means the experience stays manageable; on a quiet weekday, you may have entire sections of the patch to yourself.
There are no hayrides, corn mazes, or organized activities. This is a harvest operation, not an entertainment venue. Bring work gloves, containers, and water. The ground may be soft or muddy depending on recent weather, so wear sturdy shoes. If you want to make a longer outing of it, pack a picnic — there are no food amenities on-site.
October temperatures in Kansas are ideal for outdoor harvest work — cool enough to be comfortable, warm enough that you do not need heavy layers. Midweek visits avoid weekend congestion and mean the pumpkin selection is likely fresher.
September 26 through October 31, 2026, open daily 9am–6pm (corn maze closes at 5pm). Late September offers the widest pumpkin variety as inventory is fullest; October means crowds concentrate on weekends.
Two to three hours for unhurried selection and harvesting; one to two hours if you are selective and efficient.
Free admission and daily operation spread crowds across the week, so expect light-to-moderate traffic weekday afternoons and busier weekend mornings. The 35-acre size allows dispersal.
Field or unpaved lot. Kansas plains are generally dry in October, but wear sturdy shoes for soft or muddy ground, especially after rain.
Not specified. Call (913) 879-2477 to confirm pathway conditions, accessible parking, restroom facilities, and any accommodations for mobility challenges.
You want structured entertainment (corn maze, hayrides, slides, games) as part of admission. Powell is a traditional u-pick with natural features — no theme-park elements or paid activities beyond pumpkin selection.
Admission is completely free. You pay only for the pumpkins you take home.
The record specifies 'activity fees for corn maze and other attractions' but does not itemize pumpkin pricing. Call (913) 879-2477 to ask whether pumpkins are sold by weight, per unit, or by size.
Hayrides are listed as an activity. Call the farm to confirm whether they are free, included with admission, or priced separately.
A corn maze is available, but it closes at 5pm (earlier than the general 6pm farm closing). It may be free or have a separate fee; call ahead to confirm.
September 26 – October 31, 2026. Daily. Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (corn maze closes at 5:00 PM).
Admission is free. Free admission to pumpkin patch and grounds. Activity fees for corn maze and other attractions.
25695 Spring Valley Rd, Louisburg, KS 66053, in Miami County. It is one of 7 patches we track in Kansas City Region.
We track 7 patches in Kansas City Region, 2 of which are free to walk into. Entry here costs nothing, which puts it in the minority even in a region with several free options.
Its season runs about 36 days against a regional average of 35, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.
There is 1 other patch we track in Miami County. All Kansas City Region patches →
powellpumpkinpatch.com · travelks.com
Checked August 2026.