Pick-your-own pumpkins and farm animals in southern NH, but verify 2026 hours and current pricing first.
Wilson Farm is a family-oriented operation in Litchfield offering pick-your-own pumpkins, pre-picked pumpkins, and farm animals. The combination appeals directly to young children—the hands-on pumpkin-picking experience is engaging and memorable, and the farm animals provide a second focal point that keeps toddlers and preschoolers entertained if pumpkin selection is quick.
The pick-your-own model is straightforward: you walk the field, choose your pumpkins, and either carry them yourself or arrange transport. This works well for families with kids old enough to enjoy the search and for parents comfortable allowing children to help with selection. If your youngest is a toddler or you prefer minimal field time, pre-picked pumpkins let you browse a vendor display and move on quickly.
The farm had not published 2026 season opening dates or daily hours when this entry was researched on August 28, 2026. Southern NH pumpkin season typically begins in late September. Call 603-882-5551 or visit wilsonfarm.com to confirm:
Farm animals are listed as an activity, making this a draw for young children. However, the record does not specify which animals (goats, sheep, chickens, alpacas, etc.) are present or whether kids can touch them or only observe. This detail matters if animal interaction is the primary draw for your family. Ask when you call—some farms have petting areas, others have viewing-only setups, and policies vary by season.
Comfortable shoes with grip are essential for field walking, especially after rain. Gloves are optional but helpful if you dislike getting dirt on your hands during picking. Layers are wise—southern NH mornings and evenings cool quickly in fall, even on sunny days. Bring a wagon or hand truck if you plan to pick many pumpkins and prefer not to hand-carry them.
Southern NH experiences pronounced fall foliage traffic on weekends in October. Weekday visits, especially mid-week mornings, are quieter and less rushed. If flexibility exists, a Tuesday or Wednesday early-October morning is likely to be more relaxed than a Saturday.
Pick-your-own pumpkins typically takes 45 minutes to 1.5 hours depending on how selective you are, how many you want, and your kids’ pace. Add 20–30 minutes for farm animals and any shopping or browsing. Two hours is a comfortable target for most families.
Litchfield is in the Nashua area, very close to the Massachusetts border and Boston metro commuting range. Trombly Gardens in Milford (10 minutes away) offers corn maze and hayrides if you want to combine activities on the same day—though that might be a full morning or early afternoon before fatigue sets in.
Mid-to-late September through October; weekdays are quieter than leaf-peeping-driven weekends.
1.5–2.5 hours
Weekends in October see increased traffic from fall foliage visitors; weekday mornings are typically lighter.
Farm location on Charles Bancroft Highway suggests unpaved lot; call ahead to confirm accessibility.
No accessibility details in the record; contact the farm at 603-882-5551.
You're looking for a multi-activity, all-day experience; this farm focuses on pick-your-own and animals, not mazes or hayrides.
Litchfield is in southern Hillsborough County, minutes from Nashua and the Massachusetts border. Combine with a Nashua lunch spot or a nearby farm like Trombly Gardens.
The record does not specify opening hours. Contact the farm at 603-882-5551 or check wilsonfarm.com for 2026 details.
The farm offers both pick-your-own and pre-picked options, but hours and availability vary. Call ahead to plan your visit time.
The record confirms farm animals are present but does not specify which species or whether the interaction is hands-on or observation only. Call to ask.
Pricing for 2026 is not published yet. Contact the farm to confirm whether there is a gate fee, per-pumpkin price, or a combination.
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.
144 Charles Bancroft Highway, Litchfield, NH 03052, in Hillsborough 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.
What sets it apart locally: it has farm animals, which most Southern New Hampshire patches on our list do not.
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 are 8 other patches we track in Hillsborough County. All Southern New Hampshire patches →
wilsonfarm.com
Checked August 2026.