Fall RV Road Trip Stops: Orchards, Wineries and Pumpkin Patches

Fall is an amazing time to go RVing. The weather is lovely, the trees are gorgeous to look at, and campfires are a perfect way to end each autumn day. One of the best things to do while Fall RVing? Visit orchards, pumpkin patches, farms, and wineries to enjoy the harvest season. 

These sorts of adventures are fun no matter what, but they are especially exciting when you can park your RV at the farm you’re visiting and sleep in the middle of all the harvest time action. That’s right, there are some farms that will actually let you camp on their land. 

Below, I’ve included a list of some of my favorites. Choose from this list and you really can’t go wrong. 

Pondside Pumpkin Patch Farm

Hiawatha, Kansas

In terms of falltime farm stops, Pondside Pumpkin Patch Farm is hard to beat. This place is listed on Harvest Hosts, meaning you will need a Harvest Hosts membership to stay, but really, the membership is well worth the small yearly fee. 

The farm features two full-service RV sites for RVs up to 35 feet in length with level gravel pads overlooking a spring-fed pond. The sites have 30- and 50-amp electric service, water, and sewer, making this a considerably more comfortable option than the dry-camping farm stays you’ll find in most places. Better yet, you can bring your pet along!

While you can stay year-round, the property becomes extra exciting during fall, when the pumpkin patch and seasonal activities are in full swing. You can enjoy a walking path around the pond, fire pits, picnic tables, pedal boats, and farm animals including goats, ducks, peacocks, and chickens.

Why park here: This farm is special because it combines the classic pumpkin-patch experience with the convenience of full RV hookups.

Best for: Families, couples, and RVers who don’t want to give up hookups during a farm stay.

Scenic U-Pick Orchard Retreat

Rexford, New York

Upstate New York has some seriously awesome farm camping options. One of our favorites is the Scenic U-Pick Orchard Retreat, which offers RV camping right alongside a variety of fruit trees. Apples, peaches, strawberries, and seasonal pumpkins are all available on the property and animals, a children’s play area, a market, and a bakery all round out the fun. 

Have a big rig? This property welcomes RVs over 45 feet, which means almost all RVs can fit. That said, there are no hookups, so you will want to go in prepared for a genuine boondocking experience. Luckily, generators are permitted.

Why park here: This farm is one of the better choices for a large RV that wants an actual orchard experience rather than a campground near one.

Best for: Big rigs, apple lovers, families, and travelers looking for rustic farm camping.

Secluded Organic Orchard Retreat

Angier, North Carolina

North Carolina’s countryside is absolutely beautiful and generally speaking, it is a wonderful place to go RVing, especially in the fall. Looking for a place to stop and camp? This 60-acre organic orchard near Raleigh-Durham is the perfect pick. 

The Secluded Organic Orchard Retreat offers blueberries, pears, summer apples, figs, and jujubes. You’ll also find ponds, nature trails, wildlife, and farm animals on the property, meaning there is plenty to see and do. 

Of course, it’s also good to know that the property offers level sites with 30- and 50-amp electric hookups as well as water access. Generators are allowed, but we don’t know why you’d need to run one when hookups are available at the site. 

Why park here: This orchard gives you the peace of a working farm without completely giving up RV conveniences.

Best for: Couples, families, and RVers traveling through the Raleigh-Durham area.

Family-Run Pumpkin & Christmas Tree Farm

Winchester, Kentucky

Every fall itinerary should include at least one pumpkin patch, and this Family-Run Pumpkin & Christmas Tree Farm in Winchester, KY is a wonderful choice for any RVer. Here, you’ll find Christmas trees, plenty of pumpkins, and grazing sheep.

The property accommodates RVs over 45 feet, meaning even big rigs can stay. You’ll love the gravel parking, which offers both pull-through and back-in options. Best of all, electric hookups are available near the barn. Pets are welcome too, so you can bring your four-legged friend along for the adventure. 

Another major bonus? This farm is conveniently located near I-64, making it an especially useful overnight stop for travelers crossing Kentucky.

Why park here: We like this pumpkin patch because big rigs are welcome, the property is easy to reach, and the farm atmosphere is lovely.

Best for: Long-haul RV travelers, big rigs, and anyone wanting a quiet overnight farm stay.

Forestville Vines

River Falls, Wisconsin

In our opinion, Wisconsin is an outstanding fall destination, and vineyards become particularly attractive when autumn color arrives. If you’re wondering where to stay when you get there, we recommend Forestville Vines.

This beautiful property combines fall RV camping with a working vineyard and a wonderfully unusual piece of local history: a restored 1897 schoolhouse. In autumn, the vineyard and surrounding trees turn a lovely shade of gold that really can’t be beat when you’re in the mood for fall colors. 

There are no hookups at all, but the parking area is large enough to accommodate big rigs and the experience of camping in the middle of such beauty is well worth boondocking for. 

Why park here: We appreciate this winery because it combines wine-country scenery, RV camping, and a historic property in one stop.

Best for: Couples and travelers building a Wisconsin fall-color itinerary.

Hickman Family Vineyards

Bangor, California

California wine country is an obvious fall destination, but we recommend skipping the usual RV park and parking your RV right at the vineyard instead. This is where Hickman Family Vineyards comes into play. Here, fall RV travelers can camp among the vineyards and enjoy wine tastings, stargazing, bocce ball, and corn hole. The property also has bathrooms, barbecue grills, a pizza oven, a playground, Wi-Fi, and farm animals.

Another perk is that the vineyard is about an hour north of Sacramento, making it a useful stop for travelers exploring Northern California.

Why park here: This place is one of the more family-friendly winery stays, with enough activities to keep non-wine drinkers entertained too.

Best for: Families, couples, and RVers touring Northern California.

4R Ranch Vineyards & Winery

Muenster, Texas

4R Ranch Vineyards & Winery is another fantastic option for RVers. This gorgeous winery is located in northern Texas’s Red River Valley. It offers a single RV site along with camping amenities including restrooms, showers, Wi-Fi, and firewood.

As far as things to do go, there is the tasting room of course. There is also a mountain-bike trail on the property, which is perfect for active travelers who want to fully enjoy the scenery. That scenery is especially beautiful in autumn and the cooler weather during this time of year makes hanging out outdoors much more enjoyable. 

Why park here: We think the working vineyard, substantial acreage, RV accommodations, and outdoor recreation come together nicely to create a unique sort of RV stop. 

Best for: Active RV travelers and couples looking for a Texas wine-country escape.

Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Cañon City, Colorado

If you’re looking for an unusual destination, a winery inside the grounds of a historic abbey ought to do the trick. The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey is a super cool spot that offers wine tastings and a little taste of history as well. Guests can explore the grounds, relax under the gorgeous trees, and enjoy wine and snacks on the winery patio.

The winery plays host to two campsites. Neither has hookups, but generators are allowed and dogs are welcome. 

Why park here: In our opinion, the historic scenery makes camping at this winery a memorable experience that feels very different from conventional RV camping.

Best for: Couples, wine enthusiasts, and travelers exploring southern Colorado.

Southern Grace Lavender Farm

Southport, Florida

Most people think of apples and pumpkins when they think of fall harvest season, but these are far from the only crops you can find during this time of year. If you find yourself down in Florida, you might consider stopping at Southern Grace Lavender Farm in Southport.

At this beautiful farm, RVers can camp among rows of lavender and the smell is simply amazing. To make a good thing even better, the farm offers electrical hookups and restrooms and welcomes pets, meaning you can camp in complete comfort. 

The farm also offers workshops and classes. This makes it a good stop for travelers who enjoy learning about the places they’ll visit. 

Why park here: This farm offers a peaceful stay with hookups and a completely different agricultural experience.

Best for: Couples, photographers, gardeners, and RVers looking for something outside the usual fall itinerary.

How to Find More Fall RV Stays

The destinations above are a great place to start (they are our favorites, after all), but these aren’t the only options when it comes to fall-time farm stays. 

The easiest way to find additional options is to search specifically for fall RV camping at farms, orchards, vineyards, and pumpkin patches, rather than simply searching for the best farms in a particular state. This is because most farms don’t allow RV camping. 

Harvest Hosts is an especially useful tool for finding these kinds of stays. This camping membership specializes in RV stays at farms, wineries, and other unusual properties. You can filter for things such as electric hookups, vehicle length, and extra nights. Hipcamp also has some farm and orchard listings, making it a nice tool to add to your arsenal. 

What to Check Before Driving Your RV Onto a Farm

A beautiful farm isn’t automatically an RV-friendly farm and even some of the farms that allow overnight parking aren’t necessarily equipped to handle big rigs 

Before booking, check five things:

• Maximum RV length: Some properties welcome 45-foot-plus rigs, while others are limited to 25 or 30 feet.
• Hookups: Determine whether you’re getting full hookups, electricity only, or completely dry camping.
• Road and parking conditions: Gravel and grass can become difficult after rain.
• Arrival instructions: Some farm stays require you to arrive during business hours.
• Fall operating dates: Pumpkin patches and harvest attractions may only operate for several weekends.

Also check whether the experience is actually operating when you’re traveling. While most of the farms that allow onsite camping will accept reservations all or most of the year, fall harvest season varies by region, and even within the same state, opening and closing dates can differ. 

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