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Mount Poppy:
You’ll put your hands and feet to work as you scale Mount Poppy, an enormous man-made mountain of straw bales nestled in the middle of Poppy’s infamous Bale Maze. (free; M-S) |
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Poppy’s Bale Maze:
Grab your running and jumping shoes because you’ll want to “catch some air’ when you wind your way through Poppy’s Bale Maze. We’ve used more than 400 straw bales – each weighing over 500 pounds – to create this larger-than-life maze that all ages can walk, crawl and leap their way through! (free; M-S) |
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Hobbit Hill:
It’s the only real hill at PaPa’s and we’ve discovered some small friends live there. You’ll be able to see their front porch, climb on their trees, cross their rope bridge and maybe even spy a hobbit or two in the area?!? (free; M-S) |
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Nature Trail:
This 15-minute stroll through a lovely wooded section of the Patch is the perfect way to enjoy a piece of the country. You’ll discover several varieties of trees, shrubs and grasses, as well as logs to climb over and bridges to cross. (free; M-S) |
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Poppy’s Barnyard:
When was the last time you milked a goat or scratched the forehead of a miniature pony? You’ll make friends with several barnyard favorites and learn about their care and unique traits when you visit Poppy’s Barnyard. (cost: $1 per person; weekends 12-5) |
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Corn Stalk Forest:
Imagine bunches and bunches of corn stalks bundled together to create a pint-size forest that you can hide in, dart around and begin your quest for the perfect pumpkin! (free; M-S) |
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Poppy’s Express:
Your little ones will love this slow-moving ride that meanders around and through the heart of the Patch. Our “engineers” will take you along several pumpkin-lined trails where you are sure to glimpse the Great Pumpkin’s Chair, Billy Bob the Corn Stalk Horse and more. (cost: $1 per person; weekends 12-5) |
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Great Pumpkin’s Chair:
Talk about super-sized! This 15-foot tall, hardwood chair comes complete with the ladder necessary to climb into the Great Pumpkin’s seat. It’s a must-have for your photo library. (free; M-S) |
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Poppy’s Surprise:
When was the last time you read a life-sized storybook? Poppy’s Surprise is a wonderful children’s story written and illustrated on 4’ x 4’ sheets of plywood “pages” that provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy reading in a big, new way. (free; M-S) |
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Special O Trebuchet:
This medieval launching mechanism is capable of catapulting your average, 10-pound pumpkin several hundred feet. Launches take place every weekend from 12-5 pm. (make a donation to Special Olympics and you can pull the trigger to launch a pumpkin!) |
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Pony Rides:
Our neighbors up the road bring their friendliest ponies to the Patch every year so little wranglers have the opportunity to try out their “ridin’ legs.” (cost: $2 per person; weekends 12-5) |
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Hay Rides:
If you like crisp country air and the clip-clop of horses’ hooves, a hay ride is an excellent way to enjoy your time at PaPa’s. Climb on board for an easy-going, 20-minute trip. ($1 per person; weekends 12-5) |
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Scarecrow Cove:
If one scarecrow is a good, a hundred or so must be better! Come take a look and sit a spell in Scarecrow Cove, perfectly positioned to watch all the excitement in the backyard of the Patch. (free; M-S) |
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Pumpkin Playhouses:
That’s right! What’s a playhouse at a pumpkin patch if it’s not in the shape of a pumpkin? This is a great stop for little people and an awesome photo opportunity for parents. (free; M-S) |
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Mr. Antique:
No, this old tractor didn’t just up-and-die where he sits. But we couldn’t resist bringing Mr. Antique into the yard – with his steel-pan seat and three-bottom plow – he is reminiscent of years gone by. (free; M-S) |
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PaPa’sville:
PaPa’sville represents a child’s-size, rural North Dakota town. When complete, it will include more than a dozen wooden play structures that replicate the small town community so many of us remember as “home.” Current features include Ralph the truck; Bert the tractor, along with his hay wagon; two miniature-sized grain bins (these are made out of round straw bales); and Tracy the Train. (free; M-S) |
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Billy Bob and His Wagon:
Billy Bob is the only corn stalk horse we know of, and he pulls an old-time wagon filled with pumpkins and straw bales. This is a wonderful backdrop for family pictures, we’ve even had wedding parties stop by and visit Billy Bob! (free; M-S) |
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Sudan Grass Maze:
Seems there’s nothing more fun than playing tag or
hide and seek in super tall grass! Our two-acre maze ranges
from 3 –8 feet in height. With only a handful of trails
through it, you’ll have a blast finding your way from
start to finish. (free; M-S) |
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International Deck:
New in 2006, we added a 30’x 50’viewing deck
to enjoy Papa’s Pumpkin Patch in a new way. From 12’up,
you can see virtually every corner of the Patch and relax
at one of the redwood-stained picnic tables or benches. (Parents:
this is a great place to kick back and still keep an eye
on the children!) (free; M-S) |
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Log Jam:
New in 2007, the log jam is a great place to test your balance
and agility. You can walk, teeter and jump from numerous
huge cottonwood trees that have fallen during the past years.
We’ve brought them into the Pumpkin Patch yard for
your enjoyment! (free; M-S) |
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Papa’s Produce:
This year, the varieties, colors, shapes and sizes are better than ever! You’ll find large and small straw bales, short and tall corn stalks, gourds of every shape and size imaginable…and pumpkins. More than 20,000 pumpkins in a dozen varieties await your review to be the perfect pumpkin(s) for your family’s celebration of the season! |
