7 Pumpkin Patches Around Montreal Where You Live Out Your Fall Fantasy Unapologetically
There are so many things I love about fall: the leaves, the crisp air, the sweaters. But if I had to pick my favourite, I'd probably say pumpkins. They're beautiful, only come once a year and they're oh so delicious. And with so many pumpkin picking spots near Montreal, you're sure to be set for the season.
When a pumpkin isn't turning into a spooky jack-o-lantern, it's one of the quintessential parts of the fall harvest.
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And because we here in Quebec take our food seriously, you know we've got our fair share of farms and orchards to get to explore.
It seems like as one season starts, another one begins.
So all of those spots where you feel like you were just picking berries could now be your go-to spot for picking pumpkins.
One of the benefits of having all four seasons, no?
While you're there, you can check out some of the other incredible fall fruit and veggies, like apples and squash.
Some of the places on the list are close and some are a little further away.
But with leaves so beautiful and delicious pumpkins waiting for us, a little fall drive through la belle province never sounded so good.
Just be sure to check each farm to see if you need a reservation before heading out!
La Magie de la Pomme
Address: 925, chemin Fresnière, Saint-Eustache, QC
Distance from Montreal: 55 minutes
This farm in Sainte-Eustache opens September 5 and is definitely an orchard you should check out. You'll be able to pick apples, check out the amazing boutique and, of course, bring home a huge pumpkin.
La Ferme Quinn
Address: 2495, blvd. Perrot, Île-Perrot, QC
Distance from Montreal: 50 minutes
One of the most popular farms for Montrealers, La Ferme Quinn has stuff to pick all year round, but come fall, it's pumpkins' time to shine. Plus it's right over in Île-Perrot, so not too far at all.
Ferme La Fille du Roy
Address: 1920 Rue Saint-Simon, Sainte-Madeleine, QC
Distance from Montreal: 45 minutes
La Fille du Roy is a charming spot, perfect for a crisp, fall day outside. According to the site, the best time to pick is mid-September to mid-October, so lots of time to plan the perfect day at the farm.
La Ferme Reid Sabrevois
Address: 485, rte. 133, Sabrevois, QC
Distance from Montreal: 40 minutes
This farm has every fruit and vegetable that you'd want from a Quebec harvest. Towards the end of the season, you'll be able to come to pick your own pumpkin to celebrate all that autumn has to offer.
Potager Mont-Rouge Halte Gourmande
Address: 154, Rang de la Montagne, Rougemont, QC
Distance from Montreal: 45 minutes
This farm is a fantastic place to pick pumpkins. And while you're there, you can head to the boutique to see some of the amazing products and items that you can purchase.
Verger Labonté
Address: 2291, blvd. Perrot, Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, QC
Distance from Montreal: 40 minutes
This orchard is filled with so many incredible crops for you to pick, including everyone's favourite orange gem. There are also lots of activities for you to do, like the super popular labyrinth.
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Ferme Proulx
Address: 1865 O'Toole Rd, Cumberland, ON
Distance from Montreal: 2 hours ago
If you find yourself in Ontario, then you definitely need to make a stop to Proulx Farms. Not only does it have pumpkins galore, but has so much to see, do and, best of all, eat.
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Happy pumpkin pickin'!