Rising Star Ranch / Pumpkin Valley
Lees Summit, MO · about 14 mi from Kansas City
At a glance
- Address
- 2807 Nw Chipman Road, Lees Summit, MO 64081
- Activities
- 🎃 Pumpkins
- Phone
- (816) 405-9675
- Website
- risingstarranch.net
- Typical season
- Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
- Nearest city we cover
- Kansas City, about 14 miles
- Listing updated
- Feb 2024
- risingstarranch@aol.com
- Contact details from
- USDA Local Food Directories
- County
- Jackson County, MO
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 6b
- 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 1.2 mi
- Playground 0.9 mi
- Picnic area 3.3 mi
- Gas station Phillips 66 1.1 mi
- EV charger ChargePoint 4.2 mi
- 115 places to eat within 5 mi Taco Bell, McDonald's, Gusto Coffee Bistro
Farmers markets nearby
- Downtown Lee's Summit Farmers Market Lee's Summit · 3.5 mi
- Lee's Summit Farmers Market Lee's Summit · 3.5 mi
- Raytown Farmers' Market Kansas City · 5.9 mi
CSA farm shares nearby
- Pepper Berries Urban Farm 12.5 mi
- The Heirloom Farm, LLC 13.1 mi
- Fruitful Hills CSA 14.3 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 54°F, lows around 36°F, about 2 in of rain, 10 hours of daylight.
- 🌱 Last spring frostApr 7
- 🍂 First fall frostOct 29
- ☀️ Frost-free season202 days
- 🧭 Hardiness zone6b
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Lees Summit Muni Ap, MO station (4.3 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
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. Look at the farm website: 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
- 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: Jackson County
Jackson County had 588 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 62 sold food straight to the public and 7 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.
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.
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Questions about Rising Star Ranch / Pumpkin Valley
Is Rising Star Ranch / Pumpkin Valley open today?
We do not track live hours. Check the farm website before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.
When is the season at Rising Star Ranch / Pumpkin Valley?
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 Rising Star Ranch / Pumpkin Valley?
The listing gives the address as 2807 Nw Chipman Road, Lees Summit, MO 64081. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Rising Star Ranch / Pumpkin Valley?
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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