Autumn by Hay Wagon: Pumpkin Picking and Barnyard Petting at Abma’s Farm, Wyckoff

WYCKOFF ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE

Autumn by Hay Wagon: Pumpkin Picking and Barnyard Petting at Abma’s Farm, Wyckoff

A family-oriented package that pairs a scenic round‑trip hayride with pumpkin selection and admission to a barnyard petting zoo — this guide explains check‑in, what’s included, and key rules to know before you go.

Autumn by Hay Wagon: Pumpkin Picking and Barnyard Petting at Abma’s Farm, Wyckoff.

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Robert Eric Crews
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Experience the uncomplicated pleasures of an East Coast fall at Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff: a scenic round‑trip hayride through farm fields that delivers you to a pumpkin patch, plus admission to a barnyard petting zoo where families can meet and pet friendly animals. The offering is explicitly family‑friendly and bundles the hayride, one pumpkin per ticket, and petting‑zoo access into a single outing.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE RIDE

Round‑trip hayride through the fields

A scenic, round‑trip hayride ferries guests through the farm landscape to and from the pumpkin patch — the transport is the route to the patch and back as part of the packaged experience.

THE HARVEST

Pumpkin picking — choose the perfect patch find

Each ticket includes one pumpkin selected from the patch; note that the patch is accessible only by hayride, and very young children are treated differently under the farm's age rules.

THE ANIMALS

Barnyard Petting Zoo admission included

Admission to the farm’s Barnyard Petting Zoo is part of the package, offering hands‑on time with friendly animals for visitors of all ages.

What the day feels like

What the outing feels like

You arrive at the hayride corral, check in, and board a hay wagon that moves at a deliberate, family‑paced rhythm across the fields. The wagon deposits you at the pumpkin patch for selecting your pumpkin; after that, you can visit the barnyard to meet and pet animals before returning on the hayride. The program is compact and designed for families looking for an afternoon of uncomplicated fall activities.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing suits — and who should reassess — based on age, accessibility, and pet rules.

1
Active FamiliesIdeal for families with children who want an easy, hands‑on fall outing that combines a short hayride, pumpkin picking, and animal contact in a single visit.
2
Families with infantsSuitable if you have an infant: children under 24 months ride free as lap sitters (no pumpkin provided), and stroller parking is available at the corral, but strollers cannot be taken on the hayride.
3
Visitors with accessibility needsADA‑certified animals are welcome with some restrictions; contact the operator ahead of time to confirm accommodations and details.
4
Pet ownersNot a good fit for visitors wanting to bring pets: private pets are not allowed on the farm, with narrow exceptions for ADA‑certified animals.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Availability is shown on the farm calendar (hayrides operate weekdays and Saturdays; the farm is closed Sundays). Weekday hours include afternoon times with the last hayride at 4:30pm on certain days, and Saturdays run 9am–4pm. Special holiday dates may have extended availability.

What to Bring

Dress for the weather — hayrides run in light rain or overcast conditions unless the farm determines weather poses a danger. Bring anything you need during your allotted time; strollers must be parked at the corral and cannot be taken on the hayride.

Tickets & Policies

Tickets are non‑refundable and non‑transferable; if Abma’s Farm cancels due to inclement weather as they define it, they will offer a reschedule or a refund in the form of store credit (minus processing fee). Early arrival procedures and a 30‑minute check‑in window apply to most timeslots.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What does my ticket include?

Each ticket includes a round‑trip hayride, one pumpkin, and admission to the Barnyard Petting Zoo.

Where and when do I check in?

Park and check in at the Hayride Corral at the farm address; look for a large orange hayride flag and obtain wristbands if you arrive early.

What if I arrive late?

You have a 30‑minute window from your ticket time to check in at the loading area; late arrivals are not guaranteed a hayride. The 4:30pm weekday timeslot departs promptly and the 30‑minute grace period does not apply.

Are pets allowed?

Pets are not permitted on the farm; ADA‑certified animals are welcome with some restrictions.

How much does admission cost and are there discounts for very young children?

Admission is $21 per person for everyone ages 2 and older; children under 24 months enjoy free entry but are considered lap sitters and do not receive a pumpkin.

What is the farm's inclement weather policy?

Abma’s Farm determines cancellations the morning of the event; light rain, mist, or overcast conditions do not automatically cancel hayrides. If the farm cancels due to dangerous weather, they will reschedule you or issue a refund as store credit minus processing fees.