Pumpkin patch
Yellow River Farms
U-pick pumpkins in Knox, Indiana
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“From late September through October, enjoy tractor and horse-drawn wagon rides to our u-pick pumpkin patch.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Pick-your-own pumpkins, a corn maze, tractor rides, a tube slide, and the annual fall festival a full day of family fun.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Wander through the field and enjoy the tradition of picking your own pumpkin straight from the vine.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com/our-produce, checked October 6, 2026
Season
“The fall season runs through autumn; contact us below for current dates, hours, and group visit availability.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com/fall-farm-experience, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Whether you're visiting for sweet corn in the summer, picking pumpkins in the fall, or spending the day making memories with your family, you'll discover why so many families return year after year.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
“We open mid-July for sweet corn and stay open until the end of October, so come visit us soon!”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
“From garden rows to pantry shelves to the pumpkin field here's where to start.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Pick Your Perfect Pumpkin!”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com/fall-farm-experience, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Sunday 10:00 am”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“Three generations of care show up in every tomato we grow, every jar we put up, and every smile we see on the corn maze.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
“While you're here, navigate our exciting corn maze and challenge yourself with games along the way.”
“Plus, come say hello to our friendly farm animals, including Babe, Smokey, and our new peacocks, Johnny, Pearl, and Linda.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Starke County's favorite family fall tradition pumpkin patches, corn mazes, tractor rides, and memories made four miles east of Knox along the Yellow River.”
Source: yellowriverfarms.com/fall-farm-experience, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Pumpkins
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpkins | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – |
At a glance
- Reservations
- Not needed
- Address
- 8535 SR-8, Knox, INStarke County
More from the farm’s website
No reservation is needed.
Besides picking
- Wagon rides
- Corn maze
- Petting zoo
Yellow River Farms: questions
Does Yellow River Farms have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "From late September through October, enjoy tractor and horse-drawn wagon rides to our u-pick pumpkin patch."
Do you need a reservation at Yellow River Farms?
No. The farm says no reservation is needed.