Hickory Hill Farms
Fonda, NY
At a glance
- Address
- 1421 Old Trail Road, Fonda, NY, USA
- Activities
- 🎃 Pumpkins🍯 Honey🍁 Maple syrup🍅 Vegetables
- Phone
- (518) 902-0320
- Website
- hickoryhillfarmsny.square.site
- Typical season
- Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
- Listing updated
- Apr 2023
- [email protected]
- Contact details from
- USDA Local Food Directories
- Payment
- Cash, Cash App,Apple Pay,Google Pay,Samsung Pay, Debit card/Credit card, Personal Checks, SNAP/EBT
- SNAP and WIC
- SNAP/EBT
- Social
- County
- Montgomery County, NY
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 5b
- Source
- USDA Local Food Directories
Picking weather
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Weather only. It does not tell you whether the farm is open, so check hours with the farm.
Make a day of it
- Playground 2.5 mi
- Gas station 2.3 mi
- EV charger 3.4 mi
- 29 places to eat within 5 mi Subway, New Peking, Second Wind Coffee
Farmers markets nearby
- Johnstown Farmers' Market Johnstown · 2.8 mi
- Canajoharie Farmers' Market Canajoharie · 9.6 mi
CSA farm shares nearby
- Hillside farm 10.7 mi
- Mulligan Creek Acres 12 mi
- Abundance Acres Farm 13.7 mi
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Nearby places from OpenStreetMap (straight-line distance). Markets and CSAs from the USDA Local Food Directories.
Weather here in a typical year
Nov here: highs around 40°F, lows around 25°F, about 3.6 in of rain, 9.6 hours of daylight.
- 🌱 Last spring frostMay 11
- 🍂 First fall frostOct 3
- ☀️ Frost-free season143 days
- 🧭 Hardiness zone5b
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Gloversville 7Nw (Peck Lake), NY station (9.5 mi); USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map 2023 (USDA-ARS, Oregon State University PRISM). Averages, not a forecast. Crops ripen earlier after warm springs.
What you can pick here
- PumpkinsSep to Oct
- HoneyYear round
- Maple syrupFeb to Mar
- VegetablesJun to Oct
Typical US ranges from extension service crop calendars, not this farm's own dates. Seasons shift by region and weather, so check with the farm.
Before you go
- Check that it is open. Look at the farm website: hours and crops change with the weather.
- Bring cash and a card. Some farms take only one.
- Water, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
- Boots that can get muddy
- A wagon or sturdy bag for heavy pumpkins, if allowed
- Hand wipes
- Warm layers and waterproof boots
- A sturdy basket or box, if the farm allows your own
- Gloves for prickly vines
- Ask about pets before you bring a dog.
More tips: your first u-pick visit.
How to pick like a pro
- Is it ripe?
Look for an even, deep color, a hard rind your fingernail cannot dent, and a dry, firm stem.
- How to pick
Cut the vine with pruners and leave 3 to 4 inches of stem. Carry pumpkins from underneath, never by the stem.
- Best time to go
Late September to mid October for the best selection. Go after a few dry days; patches get muddy after rain.
- Keep it fresh
Uncarved pumpkins last 2 to 3 months in a cool, dry spot. Carved ones last about a week.
Farm country: Montgomery County
Montgomery County had 522 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 59 sold food straight to the public and 24 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.
- 347 acres of pumpkins #3 of 51 counties in NY
- 19 farms selling honey
USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 2022 Census of Agriculture. Some county numbers are withheld to protect individual farms.
Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.
From the listing
Come visit our family farm where we offer: -Farm-Raised Black Angus -Farm-Fresh Eggs -Genuine New York Maple Syrup -Seasonal Produce (pumpkins, squash, etc.) -Local Honey and Jams …and many other things like livestock feed, locally crafted artisan décor, hand-poured candles and events! Hours may vary, so please check Google and Facebook before you come. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Questions about Hickory Hill Farms
Is Hickory Hill Farms open today?
We do not track live hours. Check the farm website before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Apr 2023.
When is the season at Hickory Hill Farms?
Pumpkins typically run Sep to Oct in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.
Where is Hickory Hill Farms?
The listing gives the address as 1421 Old Trail Road, Fonda, NY, USA. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Hickory Hill Farms?
Pet rules vary by farm and by field. Many u-pick farms do not allow dogs in picking areas for food safety. Ask the farm before you go.
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