Koch Family Farm
Saint Paul, OR · about 23 mi from Portland
At a glance
- Address
- 745 Raybell Rd, Saint Paul, OR 97137
- Activities
- 🎃 Pumpkins🍇 Berries🍓 Strawberries
- Phone
- (503) 538-6834
- Typical season
- Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
- Nearest city we cover
- Portland, about 23 miles
- Listing updated
- Feb 2024
- Contact details from
- USDA Local Food Directories
- County
- Marion County, OR
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 8b
- Source
- USDA Local Food Directories
Picking weather
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Weather only. It does not tell you whether the farm is open, so check hours with the farm.
Make a day of it
- Public restroom 2.4 mi
- Playground 2.2 mi
- Picnic area 2.4 mi
- Gas station ARCO 2.7 mi
- EV charger 3.5 mi
- 62 places to eat within 5 mi La Sierra Mexican Grill & Lounge, Tina's, Dundee Bistro
Farmers markets nearby
- Wilsonville Farmers' Market Wilsonville · 9.3 mi
- Villebois Sunday Market Wilsonville · 9.5 mi
- Wellspring Marketplace Woodburn · 9.5 mi
CSA farm shares nearby
- Our Table Cooperative 9.7 mi
- Even Pull Farm 11.2 mi
- Kookoolan Farms 11.7 mi
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Nearby places from OpenStreetMap (straight-line distance). Markets and CSAs from the USDA Local Food Directories.
Weather here in a typical year
Nov here: highs around 51°F, lows around 39°F, about 6.7 in of rain, 9.4 hours of daylight.
- 🌱 Last spring frostMar 21
- 🍂 First fall frostNov 22
- ☀️ Frost-free season241 days
- 🧭 Hardiness zone8b
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Rex 1 S, OR station (4.5 mi); USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map 2023 (USDA-ARS, Oregon State University PRISM). Averages, not a forecast. Crops ripen earlier after warm springs.
What you can pick here
- PumpkinsSep to Oct
- BerriesMay to Aug
- StrawberriesApr to Jun
Typical US ranges from extension service crop calendars, not this farm's own dates. Seasons shift by region and weather, so check with the farm.
Before you go
- Check that it is open. Call the farm: hours and crops change with the weather.
- Bring cash and a card. Some farms take only one.
- Water, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
- Boots that can get muddy
- A wagon or sturdy bag for heavy pumpkins, if allowed
- Hand wipes
- Containers only if the farm allows them (some weigh yours first)
- Sunscreen and a hat
- A cooler for the drive home
- Ask about pets before you bring a dog.
More tips: your first u-pick visit.
How to pick like a pro
- Is it ripe?
Look for an even, deep color, a hard rind your fingernail cannot dent, and a dry, firm stem.
- How to pick
Cut the vine with pruners and leave 3 to 4 inches of stem. Carry pumpkins from underneath, never by the stem.
- Best time to go
Late September to mid October for the best selection. Go after a few dry days; patches get muddy after rain.
- Keep it fresh
Uncarved pumpkins last 2 to 3 months in a cool, dry spot. Carved ones last about a week.
Farm country: Marion County
Marion County had 2,477 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 278 sold food straight to the public and 19 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.
- 673 acres of pumpkins #1 of 18 counties in OR
- 3,635 acres of blueberries #1 of 18 counties in OR
- 211 acres of strawberries #5 of 15 counties in OR
- 112 acres of raspberries #5 of 12 counties in OR
- 2,592 acres of blackberries #1 of 18 counties in OR
USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 2022 Census of Agriculture. Some county numbers are withheld to protect individual farms.
Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.
From the listing
strawberries; raspberries; pumpkin patch; hayrides; birthday parties;
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Questions about Koch Family Farm
Is Koch Family Farm open today?
We do not track live hours. Call the farm at (503) 538-6834 before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.
When is the season at Koch Family Farm?
Pumpkins typically run Sep to Oct in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.
Where is Koch Family Farm?
The listing gives the address as 745 Raybell Rd, Saint Paul, OR 97137. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Koch Family Farm?
Pet rules vary by farm and by field. Many u-pick farms do not allow dogs in picking areas for food safety. Ask the farm before you go.
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