As the leaves change and fall traditions begin, the hunt for the perfect pumpkin is on in the Joplin, Missouri area.

Whether you need a giant carver, decorative gourds, or a small pie pumpkin, local patches and garden centers are ready for the season.

Residents have a variety of spots to choose from, offering everything from simple roadside stands to full-fledged farm experiences complete with corn mazes and hayrides, making the search for fall decor a fun family outing.

  1. K&D Cattle Company Pumpkin Patch and Petting Zoo: 5009 Highway 43, Joplin, MO
  2. Joplin Greenhouse & The Coffee Shop: 2820 E 32nd St, Joplin, MO 64804
  3. Country Roads Family Fun Farm: 15144 Highway 97, Stotts City, MO
  4. Exeter Corn Maze: State Highway MM, Exeter, MO
  5. Pickin’ Patch Farm: 22813 Highway ZZ, Marionville, MO

Joplin and the surrounding Southwest Missouri region offer excellent choices for anyone seeking the quintessential fall pumpkin.

From conveniently located garden centers to nearby full-service farms, the perfect gourd for carving or decorating is never far away.