Full-service fall farm with pick-your-own pumpkins, corn maze, and hayrides; confirm 2026 dates and pricing.
Riverview Farm is a comprehensive fall attraction in Plainfield offering pick-your-own pumpkins, a corn maze, and hayrides. The combination of three distinct activities creates a full 2.5–3.5 hour experience that suits families wanting to maximize their outing without driving to multiple farms.
The River Road location is significant. Plainfield sits in a scenic river valley in southwestern Hillsborough County, offering landscape character and views that create a pleasant backdrop for a longer visit. The river valley setting also typically means milder weather than higher elevations and less severe frost risk than far-north farms, making late September through October a reliable season.
The primary activity is picking pumpkins in the field. This hands-on experience suits families with children old enough to enjoy the search and selection process. Field-picking typically consumes 45 minutes to an hour depending on selectivity, field size, and family composition. Gloves are optional but helpful. Comfortable shoes with good grip are essential, especially if the field is soft or muddy.
The record does not mention whether wagons are provided or whether you must hand-carry pumpkins. This is a practical question to ask—carrying multiple large pumpkins over distance can be tiring, and some farms provide hand trucks or wagons to ease the task.
The maze is the second activity. Most corn mazes require 45 minutes to over an hour depending on family ages and whether anyone gets genuinely lost (which is the point, though some mazes are designed to be easier for younger kids). The record does not specify difficulty level or recommended age range. Call to ask how challenging the maze is and what age groups typically enjoy it.
Hayrides are the third activity, ideal for easing off fatigue or for very young children who may find field-walking tiring. Typical hayrides run 20–30 minutes and require minimal physical effort. Confirm when you call whether hayride scheduling is continuous or on set departure times, and whether there is a separate charge in addition to any maze or pumpkin fees.
The farm had not published 2026 season dates or hours when this entry was researched on August 28, 2026. Southwestern NH typically begins pumpkin season in late September. Call 603-298-8519 or visit riverviewnh.com to confirm:
Here is a realistic time budget:
With young toddlers or large families, add buffer time. If you have only 2 hours, prioritize two activities and skip the third or plan a shorter visit to one.
Southern NH experiences pronounced fall foliage traffic on weekends, particularly in early to mid-October. Weekday visits, especially mid-week mornings, offer significantly less congestion and a more relaxed experience. If flexibility exists, a Tuesday or Wednesday morning is ideal.
The river valley location contributes to the outing’s appeal. Expect pleasant landscape views, and consider bringing a camera for family photos. The setting makes Riverview a worthwhile stop even if other local patches were also available.
Call at least one week ahead to confirm 2026 opening date, hours, and pricing structure. Ask about bundle deals if you plan all three activities, and confirm maze difficulty level, hayride frequency, and whether wagons are provided for pumpkin carrying. Ask about weather-closure policies and whether activities run on all operating days or have limited schedules.
Late September through October; weekday visits avoid fall-traffic congestion.
2.5–3.5 hours
Weekends see increased regional traffic; weekdays, especially mid-week mornings, are quieter.
Farm location on River Road suggests unpaved lot; confirm accessibility.
No detailed accessibility information in the record; contact 603-298-8519.
You want quick pumpkin shopping; this is a multi-activity, multi-hour commitment.
Plainfield is in scenic southwestern Hillsborough County. Pair with lunch in a nearby village or a scenic route-12 drive through the region.
Not yet published. Southwestern NH typically begins late September. Call 603-298-8519 or check riverviewnh.com to confirm specific dates.
Pricing for 2026 is not yet available. Ask whether each activity (maze, hayride, pumpkins) is priced separately or if a gate fee covers all.
Most family corn mazes allow toddlers with adult support, but the record does not specify. Call to ask about age recommendations and whether adult carrying/assistance is typical.
Not specified. Typical hayrides run 20–30 minutes, but ask about timing, frequency, and capacity.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
141 River Road, Plainfield, NH 03781, in Sullivan County. It is one of 12 patches we track in Southern New Hampshire.
We track 12 patches in Southern New Hampshire. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 1 of the 12 patches we track in Southern New Hampshire had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
There is 1 other patch we track in Sullivan County. All Southern New Hampshire patches →
riverviewnh.com
Checked August 2026.