Eastmont Orchards
Pumpkin patch · New Jersey
A Colts Neck farm that has closed its peach orchard for 2026 and given the season over entirely to pumpkins, open Friday through Sunday from mid-September to late October. It is a small, low-key patch built around a wagon and a field of pumpkins, the sort of place Monmouth County families return to every fall.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays only; weekdays 9am-4:30pm, weekends 9am-5:30pm; no peach picking in 2026
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 3–November 7
Color builds from October 21 · mostly bare by November 27
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Eastmont Orchards’s own coordinates and elevation (21 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Eastmont Orchards on the map
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TrailPeak October 23
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State parkPeak October 18
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When is Eastmont Orchards open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 18 – Oct 25. Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays only; weekdays 9am-4:30pm, weekends 9am-5:30pm; no peach picking in 2026. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Eastmont Orchards peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 3–November 7 (best estimate November 5). Color starts around October 21 and is mostly bare by November 27.
- What is Eastmont Orchards best for?
- Monmouth County families, weekends only.
- How do I get to Eastmont Orchards?
- The closest city is New York City, about 29 mi away. It's part of New Jersey's fall lineup.
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