Its the “Pumpkin Patch” time of year!
Yes, fall has come upon the bay area, for whatever that means weather-wise. Since the leaves don’t really change colors here, one of the best things to do is go and visit a Pumpkin Patch!
We went to Webb Ranch last weekend, and had a pretty good time. Its a nice place, at the intersection of Alpine Rd. and Highway 280. They’ve got a good selection of different styles of pumpkins, and a “U-Pick” area up on the hill that we didn’t really visit much. It seemed like the best compromise between “authentic” and “not too far away”. There are lots of local patches along El Camino, but its just doesn’t seem right to pick your pumpkin in a vacant lot betwen Arby’s and Jack In The Box. Webb Ranch really fit the bill.
Other places you might consider, if you’re willing to drive farther:
- Useugi Farms (Palo Alto)
- Half Moon Bay (and Pumpkin Festival Weekend if you want a crowd)
- Spina Farms (San Jose)
- G&M Farms (Livermore)
- Joan’s Farm (Livermore)
