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Exploration Acres

Exploration Acres is a pick-your-own stop in Lafayette, Indiana, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field. Rated 4.7 from 953 reviews. Confirm hours before you go.

About this farm

Exploration Acres is a pick-your-own stop in Lafayette, Indiana, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field.

Visitors commonly come for pumpkins, corn maze.

It holds a 4.7 rating across 953 public reviews.

Family fun center with an 18-acre corn maze, hay rides, seasonal pumpkins & a rustic country store.

On-site servicesWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible toiletFoodParty servicesToiletFamily friendlyCredit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile paymentsGood for kidsPlaygroundFree parking lotPaid parking lot

Location

Find Exploration Acres at 6042 Newcastle Rd, Lafayette, IN 47905, United States. Plus Code: 86JP+C8 Lafayette, Indiana, USA.

6042 Newcastle Rd , Lafayette , Indiana 47905 , US

What you can pick

In October, check what’s currently ripe before you go. Seasons below are typical windows for Indiana, not a guarantee for this exact farm.

  • pumpkins

    Typically in season September–October in Indiana.

Before you go

A short checklist so the trip feels easy — especially helpful for first-time u-pick visits in Indiana.

  • Bring closed-toe shoes, sun protection, water, and containers unless the farm supplies them.
  • Call or check the website for today’s picking conditions — mud, rain, and sold-out fields are common.
  • Wear clothes you don’t mind getting stained; berry juice and field mud travel home with you.
  • Payment notes on file: American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VISA. Cash still helps at smaller stands.

Amenities & details

Attributes pulled from the listing data. Confirm anything important (pets, accessibility, payments) with the farm.

Service options

  • • On-site services

Accessibility

  • • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • • Food

Amenities

  • • Party services
  • • Toilet

Crowd

  • • Family friendly

Payments

  • • Credit cards
  • • Debit cards
  • • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • • Good for kids
  • • Playground

Parking

  • • Free parking lot
  • • Paid parking lot

Payments & booking

  • Cards noted: American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VISA

Photos

4 photos from the listing plus visitor snaps below in reviews. Click any item for a full preview — videos play in the viewer.

What visitors say

953 reviews on file · showing 8 visitor notes from the listing data.

“The flowers were absolutely beautiful ❤️ full bloom on April 17, left the exact date for people who want to see how it looks like for next years to come 😊 Honestly for tourists who want to do a Spring photoshoot which what I did, you’ll love it here. But yes that’s pretty much all you can do, and pick some flowers for a fee. It’s funny tho because you’ll see most husbands/ boyfriends taking photos of their ladies😆😆😆 and that’s what my husband did as well 😆😍 but we both had fun, first time going here and definitely made another beautiful memories together 😍 I suggest get a Phone Tripod with a remote take photos it was soooo convenient!!! My husband and I were able to take some amazing photos together!!”

N Khan · ★ 5 · a year ago · Google

“If you’re looking for a charming and peaceful outdoor experience, the Tulip Garden in Lafayette is a must-visit. It’s not a huge place, but the beauty packed into the space is remarkable. During peak bloom (usually spring), the garden transforms into a colorful paradise — rows upon rows of vibrant tulips in a variety of shades and types. It’s a perfect spot for a relaxing stroll, photography, or simply to soak in nature’s beauty.”

“So much fun! We rented a fire pit for the day so we had a home base- we had 5 families and a carry in and everyone had fun. The kids had a great time playing and exploring and the adults had a place to sit and relax. I highly recommend making this an annual event, which is what we’ve done for at least 5 years!”

“This place is amazing. We came here for my youngest grandson’s fourth birthday first time that we’ve been here and we had so much fun. You guys did a great job setting everything up. We are going to make this a yearly ritual so we will be back for sure.”

“Beautiful TULIPS🌷 So many beautiful colors and varieties!! We will definitely be back!! The tulips were definitely a five star experience!! Also, many photo ops. Wish the tulips by the cool "I 🩷 tulips" sign were fuller and matched the sign better. A taller viewing point would be amazing to get to see the design of the floral mazes. It was just a little confusing with some people cutting tulips in the butterfly and hummingbird maze areas, instead of the the actual you pick areas that may need even more clearly marked. Hopefully next season they will have more than one food truck and treats available. We'll probably go back for the pumpkins in the fall.”

“It was absolutely lovely and very kind owners. Well kept, clean, and definitely a nice view. To me, not worth the charge of admission. It was a one and done for me. For someone else, it may be different. Especially if you are into photography.”

“Very pretty. Cut flowers last a long time. Just wish they didn't charge so much to get in. Then you have to turn around and pay for the flowers you cut.”

FM M · ★ 3 · 3 months ago · Google

“Small stretch of land with patches of different colored tulips. Nothing close to what you see in northwest. Plenty of parking and staff helpful. A couple of coffee trucks and shaved ice around. F”

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FAQ

Is this a u-pick farm?

Yes — this listing is marked as pick-your-own. Policies (containers, pricing, pets) vary; confirm with the farm.

Where is Exploration Acres?

6042 Newcastle Rd, Lafayette, IN 47905, United States Plus Code 86JP+C8 Lafayette, Indiana, USA.

What are today’s hours?

Weekly hours are not fully listed — call or check the website before you go.

When is pumpkins season near Lafayette?

Typically September–October in Indiana. Peak and weather can shift — call before you go.

Is it accessible?

Listing notes include: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet. Field paths can still be uneven — ask the farm about current conditions.

How do I get there?

Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation to 40.33100, -86.76413. Street View is also linked above so you can preview the entrance.

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