Pumpkin Junction at Casa de Fruta
Hollister, CA · about 62 mi from Bay Area
At a glance
- Address
- 6799 Pacheco Pass Highway,, CA 95023
- Activities
- 🎃 Pumpkins
- Website
- casadefruta.com/visit/events.php
- Typical season
- Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
- Nearest city we cover
- Bay Area, about 62 miles
- Listing updated
- Feb 2024
- [email protected]
- Contact details from
- USDA Local Food Directories; the farm's website
- Social
- Facebook · Instagram
- County
- San Benito County, CA
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 9b
- Source
- USDA Local Food Directories
Picking weather
National Weather ServiceLoading the forecast…
Weather only. It does not tell you whether the farm is open, so check hours with the farm.
Make a day of it
- Public restroom 2.6 mi
- Playground 2.6 mi
- Gas station Casa de Diesel 2.8 mi
- EV charger Tesla Supercharger 2.8 mi
- 7 places to eat within 5 mi The Grove, Dunneville Market, Casa de Restaurant
Farmers markets nearby
- Hollister Farmers' Market Hollister · 6.9 mi
- Downtown Hollister Farmers' Market Hollister · 6.9 mi
- Gilroy Farmers' Market Gilroy · 11.1 mi
CSA farm shares nearby
- Oya Organics 1.8 mi
Open in Apple Maps · Google Maps directions
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 67°F, lows around 42°F, about 1.2 in of rain, 10.1 hours of daylight.
- 🌱 Last spring frostFeb 19
- 🍂 First fall frostDec 1
- ☀️ Frost-free season287 days
- 🧭 Hardiness zone9b
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Hollister 2, CA station (7.3 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
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
- 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: San Benito County
San Benito County had 539 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 50 sold food straight to the public and 17 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.
- 2 acres of pumpkins
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.
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Questions about Pumpkin Junction at Casa de Fruta
Is Pumpkin Junction at Casa de Fruta 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 Feb 2024.
When is the season at Pumpkin Junction at Casa de Fruta?
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 Pumpkin Junction at Casa de Fruta?
The listing gives the address as 6799 Pacheco Pass Highway,, CA 95023. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Pumpkin Junction at Casa de Fruta?
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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