Free Pumpkin Patch Scavenger Hunt Printable

This pumpkin patch scavenger hunt has saved more than one fall outing for us.

My son likes having a bit of a challenge while we walk the fields. It keeps him focused, gives him something to do, and makes the whole trip feel like an adventure.

We keep a laminated copy and a marker in the car just in case, and it always ends up getting used.

Simple, low-prep, and a fun way to make the most of a day at the farm.

Colorful pumpkin patch scavenger hunt printable with fall icons like scarecrow, tractor, and pumpkins.

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What to Look For at the Pumpkin Patch

There are 12 fall-themed items on the scavenger hunt, perfect for a day at the pumpkin patch or farm:

Spider
Wheelbarrow
Cart
Squirrel
Boots
Yellow leaf
Orange pumpkin
Tractor
Scarecrow
Corn
Apple
Green pumpkin

Colorful pumpkin patch scavenger hunt printable featuring a 4x4 grid of fall-themed illustrations including a scarecrow, orange pumpkin, boots, yellow leaf, tractor, squirrel, corn, spider, apple, and green pumpkin. Surrounded by vibrant autumn leaves, this printable is ideal for kids’ outdoor fall activities, homeschool lessons, or classroom fun.

How to Use the Scavenger Hunt

Print the scavenger hunt on cardstock, or laminate it if you’re expecting wet grass or sticky hands.

We use a storage clipboard to hold everything, papers, pens, even snacks, and keep a spare one in the car just in case. Total game-changer.

Pumpkin patch scavenger hunt printable clipped to a blue clipboard, featuring colorful images of fall favorites like a scarecrow, orange pumpkin, boots, yellow leaf, tractor, and corn. A yellow pencil lies across the sheet, surrounded by bright orange and red autumn leaves—perfect for outdoor learning or festive fall field trips.

When you get to the farm, hand out the sheets and go over the goal: find and check off as many items as you can while you explore. You can set a time limit if you want to add a little competition, or just let the kids go at their own pace.

As they spot each item, they mark it off. Some families use stickers or colored markers to make it more fun.

At the end, meet back up, compare what everyone found, and maybe hand out a small prize, something simple like a mini pumpkin or a new book. It’s an easy way to add a little structure to your day and turn the outing into something even more memorable.

Pumpkin patch scavenger hunt printable displayed inside a blue case alongside a fall-themed board book, pencils, and toy cars. The printable features colorful illustrations like a scarecrow, orange pumpkin, boots, yellow leaf, tractor, and apple—perfect for kids’ fall learning activities, nature walks, or pumpkin patch field trips.

More Pumpkin-Themed Activities

If you’re looking to keep the fall fun going, here are some of our favorite pumpkin activities:

Use this pumpkin life cycle coloring page to help kids explore how pumpkins grow, from seed to fruit, while they color each stage.
Try our pumpkin mad libs for a silly, language-based activity that always gets laughs.
For a more structured option, these pumpkin life cycle printables are perfect for early science lessons.
Younger kids will love these pumpkin bingo cards, ideal for parties or quiet afternoons.
Practice early math skills with this fun pumpkin patch math activity designed for fall learning.
Get creative with a gratitude pumpkin craft, a simple way to reflect on thankfulness during the season.
Or mix in a bit of mystery with our free Halloween treasure hunt, great for older kids looking for something a little more adventurous.

Pumpkin patch scavenger hunt printable displayed in a blue activity case with colored pencils and toy cars, featuring fun fall icons like a scarecrow, orange pumpkin, boots, tractor, apple, and corn. Surrounded by artificial autumn leaves, this kid-friendly scavenger hunt is ideal for classroom use, homeschool units, or fall field trips.

Best Pumpkin Books for Kids

We always reach for a few pumpkin books once fall rolls around, especially after a trip to the patch or while sipping hot cider at home.

These are some of the ones we’ve truly enjoyed, whether we’re learning about how pumpkins grow or just winding down with a cozy story.

Too Many Pumpkins. This one’s a favorite. The story has a sweet message about generosity, and the surprise garden twist never gets old. It’s been part of our fall stack for years.

Pumpkin Jack. A great mix of story and science. We used this during a pumpkin life cycle unit, and it helped connect the idea of decomposition in a way that actually made sense, and stuck.

It’s Pumpkin Day, Mouse! Perfect for younger kids. It’s short, colorful, and familiar if they already know If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. We used it to talk about feelings in a really simple, natural way.

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More Fall Activities to Try

If you’re planning a full fall theme, there are a few other activities we’ve really enjoyed pairing with our pumpkin adventures:

Explore creepy crawlies with this label the parts of a spider worksheet, great around Halloween or during a nature unit.
Add some color to your day with these fall leaf coloring pages, perfect for quiet mornings or after a walk through the leaves.
And if you’re doing anything around apple season, these Johnny Appleseed coloring pages are a fun, low-prep option that still sneaks in some history.

Last Updated on 30 June 2025 by Clare Brown