Hidden Rivers Farm
Pumpkin patch · Hartselle · Alabama
A Morgan County farm halfway between Birmingham and Huntsville, open late September through Halloween for a pumpkin patch and corn maze. Kids launch pumpkins from an apple cannon, ride the zip line, dig for gems, and visit the animal pens, while parents claim a spot at the tailgate tent for Saturday football.
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Plan your visit
Fridays 4-8pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am-6pm; ticket sales end 1 hour before close
Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 4–November 8
Color builds from October 29 · mostly bare by November 30
Sampled at Hidden Rivers Farm’s own coordinates and elevation (191 m) rather than a regional average.
26 weather points cover Alabama, and the model shifts their answer 1 day earlier, which is what it takes to match 1 published peak date from explorefall.com. This year's weather has the peak running 4 days earlier than a normal year. How the forecast works
When to go to Hidden Rivers Farm
You get about 17 days of color here, from the first turn through to roughly November 15. That runs roughly 9 days earlier than the rest of Alabama.
Figure about 67 mi from Birmingham.
Hidden Rivers Farm on the map
Drag the date slider to see when color reaches this corner of Alabama, or tap a pin for that stop’s own peak window.
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Frequently asked
- When is Hidden Rivers Farm open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 24 – Oct 31. Fridays 4-8pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am-6pm; ticket sales end 1 hour before close. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Hidden Rivers Farm peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 4–November 8 (best estimate November 6). Color starts around October 29 and is mostly bare by November 30.
- How do I get to Hidden Rivers Farm?
- Hidden Rivers Farm is in Hartselle. The closest city is Birmingham, about 67 mi away. It's part of Alabama's fall lineup.
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