Shore Line Trolley Museum Pumpkin Patch
East Haven, CT
At a glance
- Address
- 17 River St, East Haven, CT 06512
- Activities
- 🎃 Pumpkins
- Phone
- (203) 467-6927
- Typical season
- Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
- Listing updated
- Feb 2024
- Contact details from
- USDA Local Food Directories
- County
- South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 7a
- 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
- Public restroom 1.7 mi
- Playground 0.5 mi
- Picnic area 0.9 mi
- Gas station Shell 0.6 mi
- EV charger 0.6 mi
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Farmers markets nearby
- East Haven Farmer's Market East Haven · 0.5 mi
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CSA farm shares nearby
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Weather here in a typical year
Nov here: highs around 53°F, lows around 36°F, about 3.1 in of rain, 9.8 hours of daylight.
- 🌱 Last spring frostApr 17
- 🍂 First fall frostOct 27
- ☀️ Frost-free season193 days
- 🧭 Hardiness zone7a
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, New Haven Tweed Ap, CT station (1.5 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
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. Call the farm: 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.
Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.
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Questions about Shore Line Trolley Museum Pumpkin Patch
Is Shore Line Trolley Museum Pumpkin Patch open today?
We do not track live hours. Call the farm at (203) 467-6927 before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.
When is the season at Shore Line Trolley Museum Pumpkin Patch?
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 Shore Line Trolley Museum Pumpkin Patch?
The listing gives the address as 17 River St, East Haven, CT 06512. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Shore Line Trolley Museum Pumpkin Patch?
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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