So much fun awaits when autumn rolls around, but it never really feels like fall until I’ve strolled through a pumpkin patch, searching for the perfect pumpkin for carving on Halloween Eve. But a trip to this pumpkin patch in Foster, Rhode Island, promises so much more than pumpkin picking. It’s an idyllic fall destination that, for many, has become a treasured tradition.

What started as a few pumpkin seeds planted in a field more than a decade ago has sprouted into one of the most charming pumpkin patches in Rhode Island. A family-owned working farm, Cucumber Hill Farm welcomes visitors every autumn to explore its sprawling pumpkin patch and enjoy a day out with the family. It’s been called everything from a hidden gem to one of the best farms in Rhode Island, making it a must-add to your autumn to-do list.

If it’s your first time visiting Cucumber Hill Farm, you might want to start with a scenic tractor ride. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views of the sprawling farm that leaps alive with seasonal fun in the fall. Carve out enough time for your visit, so you’re not in a rush as you explore the pumpkin patch, snapping photos, and looking for just the right pumpkin. Pre-picked pumpkins are available in the barn, too.

See how long it takes you to escape from the corn maze that’s designed to challenge and delight visitors of all ages. This year’s theme is food favorites, and you can make your way through during the day. Or, if you like a good challenge, bring a flashlight and opt for a trip through the Flash Light Maze. The littlest guests can explore the Kiddie Maze that’s made of a series of hay bales or go on a pony ride, and you can even try your hand at axe-throwing.

Work up a hearty appetite, so you can grab a bite from the visiting food truck. Before you head out, stop by the barn to stock up on such goodies as pre-picked pumpkins, gourds, squash, honey, syrup, jams, and jellies. You’ll also find goat’s milk soap.

Cucumber Hill Farm’s fall fun runs on weekends from late September through the end of October. Find more information, including days and hours, or book a photo session with AMP Photography on the official website of Cucumber Hill Farm. Or stop by the Facebook page of this pumpkin patch in Foster, Rhode Island.

Have you been to this charming pumpkin patch in Rhode Island? What did you think? While you’re in the area, why not spend some time exploring the darling small town of Foster, Rhode Island? You’ll probably need longer than a day, though, so book a Vrbo and turn your day trip into an overnight stay or a weekend getaway.