G&M Farms

Very cool corn maze, something for everyone, small kids, big kids, and in-​between:)
The bbq stand from Sauced was a great addition, it’s nice to be able to eat actual food at these things.
For the smallest guests, they had a corn «pool», which was such a simple and great idea.

This place is our go to pumpkin patch every year. Even though it is quite a drive for us, our kids love everything here. Although the rides can be pricey, I definitely still think it’s worthwhile because there is also so much to do here that is free. Free activities include a corn kernel pit, hay maze for the little ones, and fun play structure.
Come early on the weekends because it does get crowded and parking can be hard.

I thought this place had a very nice pumpkin patch. My son loved walking through the patch (well, not really, but I enjoyed making him walk through it – or carrying him through it). I found a smaller pumpkin for him to carry through the patch which made him enjoy it a bit more.
Off to the side, there were more pumpkins, the small ones and the much larger ones. My son loved this part the best. he was moving the small pumpkins around and playing with them… He seemed to have a blast with the small pumpkins area (and then later the barrel with the corn husk — is that what they’re called?).
Anyway, there was also a hay bale (sp?) area that my son didn’t like too much (he’s only 1) but when my hubby put him on top to «run» across the hay, he LOVED that.
There was also a section with dried corn kernels for kids to play in. both adults and kids were in there. .some kids MUCH MORE obnoxious than the others but overall, it was okay. My son seemed to enjoy lounging there and relaxing and watching the other kinds play.
There was also a few animals (stinky!!). I believe there was a sheep, cows, chicken, and a pig. I don’t remember seeing anything else…
All in all, a nice pumpkin patch and a cute place to take my son… I probably wouldn’t come back mostly because of the distance (I live in the south bay so I’m not sure it’s really worth the drive for us)…

We came here strictly for the corn maze and it was super fun! I didn’t realize how big it really was. And while they had a few people jumping out to scare you, I think this place did a pretty good job at not making it too scary so that the little ones could enjoy it too. I would definitely come back here again next year just for the corn maze. They did have a pumpkin patch, pony rides, a cow train for the little ones, a play area filled with corn that the little kids and can play in (think of a sand box but instead of sand it was filled with corn), and a picnic area where you could either purchase the food there or bring your own to eat. This is an awesome place to bring the whole family.

**$ 1 OFF ADMISSION if you download the coupon from G&M Farms’ website!**
Fun! I went through the corn maze Saturday night with a couple of friends. It felt a bit pricey for $ 9 but at least I had fun. They take cash or check only. I haven’t been to a corn maze/​farm type of deal in yeeeaaaaars. More like a whole decade…
The second half of the maze was haunted on this particular night. I’m NOT a big fan of scary stuff and I didn’t know what I was in for. There were a lot of jump scares, hiding monsters, and the infamous chainsaw guy. After awhile, I began recognizing the actors and they were friendly (after scaring people lol) so I stopped being such a scaredy cat.
The maze took awhile to get through — there were clues to help you get through but we occasionally opted to go to the opposite direction to stay in the maze longer. Lots of corn stalks on the ground though from people cutting through and knocking them down.
Easy parking on a dirt lot. Line to ticket booth goes fast. Family fun for everyone — I can imagine there’s even more fun in the daytime!

Came out here for the corn maze mostly but chose the worst day to be in Livermore when it ended up being in the upper 90’s.
As far as the three star rating goes, I think that they severely overprice the corn maze. It’s 10 $ per person, so if you’re planning to bring your family here, expect to dish out a chunk of money just to walk through a corn field. Also, all of their drinks and snacks are overpriced too. If you plan on coming here, pack some snacks and bottled water in your car before leaving.
The pumpkin patch was also not as good as I expected it to be. It’s literally a bunch of pumpkins lined up in bald patches of grass (mostly dirt).
I think the corn maze would be fun to check out at night. But the pumpkin patch is a bust. I’ll try a different farm next year.

We had a great time here at G & M Farms. Easy access off the freeway, dirt lot parking. It was a private event, so we didn’t have to pay. The corn maze is pretty well maintained and redesigned each year. We’re not corn maze connoisseurs, but we noticed the stalks were tall and healthy. Most rows were planted dense enough so you couldn’t see or squeeze by. However, some were damaged by a group of rowdy pre-​teen girls, yes, girls. :) There are clues posted here and there, to give you a hint in case you get lost. I do suggest bringing a flashlight if you go in the evening. It normally costs $ 8 from Monday to Thursday, and $ 10 on Friday-​Sunday. Ages 6 – 11 are $ 7 from Monday-​Thursday and $ 9 Friday-​Sunday.
There was a sign saying the pumpkins were $ 8. I didn’t take a close look at the selection. We also tried the «Barnyard Blasters» which involved shooting tennis balls out of air-​powered cannons. You get one bucket to shoot at barn animal targets. The cannons are not very accurate… I don’t think I hit anything! But, it was still fun.
There wasn’t much else, since we went on a weekday. If you want to bring your family, I’d recommend paying the few extra bucks and going on the weekend.

Way too expensive for a family of 5! $ 10 each for the corn maze, $ 5 each for the shooting gallery, $ 50 for pumpkins! We spent 30 min here (mostly looking for pumpkins) and dropped over $ 100. I think we will stick to our Fremont Ardenwood routine with a hay ride, and corn maze and hay pyramid all for free.

It’s been 3 days in this corn maze. Send help.
Luckily there’s lots of corn I can eat to survive.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!
I took my 3 year old nephew for a late afternoon adventure to G&M Farms and it brought me right back to the farms and pumpkin patches I used to visit on the East Coast.
There is a hay maze is so much fun for the little ones. The hay stacks came up just above my knees, but for the smaller kids, the long and windy pathways prove a fun challenge.
The corn pool is awesome. It allows the kids to swim around in a large area full of corn cornels. It’s a great space for sensation and the kids love it. I even sat in there with my nephew and felt the corn trickle through my fingers.
Live animals also adorn the area, llama, cows, sheep.
There’s also a large corn maze that’s $ 10 to enter.
Everything else is free.
Except, of course, for the pumpkin selection. My nephew climbed into a Radio Flyer and I wheeled him out to the patch where he got to choose an average size pumpkin. The total was $ 8 and he got to take home a small pumpkin as a gift from the farm.
Delightful afternoon and a fun couple of hours can easily be spent here.

Great place to take the family! The pumpkin patch is good for kids 7 and under. The corn maze is good for the whole family. We recommend going through the maze at night with flashlights! Make sure you bring snacks, water and food. They sell candy, water and popcorn ($ 9), but it’s pretty pricey. There was a food truck when we went, but they only sold desserts and beverages and not any real food. Make sure you bring cash!

This is such a great place to come with children 5 and under. First of all there are shaded area which is a huge plus. Okay it’s not really a «farm» but more like a fun outdoor farm like setting with few animals. But the most important part is that the children have fun. I came here with a friend and our boys had so much fun exploring the hay maze, the box filled with corn kettle, using the climbing structure and picking up pumpkins. Everything is free unless you want to go onto the big field of pumpkins and pick one.
Free. Woohoo. It doesn’t get any better :-)
Will I come back. For sure. Perfect place to have a picnic and play date. And it is so conveniently located right off the freeway!!! Can’t miss it ;-)
They definitely have more fun activities on the weekend but still the children love it during the weekdays. :-)

Went here last year for the first time an loved it this will be our go to pumpkin patch every year. New family tradition!!!

Came here for the pumpkin patch, and left with a nice looking pumpkin for $ 8 and a free gourd to go with it! Conveniently located off the freeway. A good amount of parking. Had really delicious kettle corn, $ 4 for a small bag and $ 6 for a ginormous one. There were many kids’ activities that looked great: the cow train, the corn kernel pit, and 2 race tracks for little and big kids. There were a few farm animals but maybe could’ve done without them since they looked hot and miserable in the sun. The corn maze design gets cooler and cooler each year, and we loved looking at the photos of the previous years’, but we didn’t participate in the maze. Overall, a really great afternoon activity to do in the midst of fall!

G&M Farms is neat. Given that we don’t have kids at the time, and we go to these things for the sake of getting out and trying new things, my review may be just a bit more critical than to somebody whose only effort is to please and entertain their little one.
Compared to some of the surrounding farms and pumpkin patches, like Ardenwood for example, I felt this farm to be lacking charm. Is this even a farm? Seemed to be just built in the middle of Livermore and had the pumpkins and farm animals shipped and placed within the perimeter to create a farm vibe…
To begin, there is ample parking, but we got there early. By the time we left the cars were pouring in and things were getting crazy. Kids everywhere; overwhelmed parents in tow.
Man-​made corn mazes are sure to lure in the little ones, and there is a fee for admission. You will have an opportunity to buy small snacks and drinks at the same window. There is a row of porta-​poties to the left of the corn maze for emergencies as well.
Inside the farm area, there are more places to get food and drink which must be very nice for those with kids. Prices were fair. There are a great deal of places to sit as well if you have somebody in your group that cannot stand for long periods of time.
There is a section for small (er) pumpkins, and small wagons for you to pull them in. As you round the corner, there are much larger pumpkins available, but a much more frugal supply. Lots of mini pumpkins, gourds, and corn as well.
Farm animals were horrifically dirty and about 6 of them were crammed in a small pen. There were young cattle in there as well which just made me feel uneasy.
Beyond the animals, there are several games and activities for younger children. Nothing that attracts an older and more mature crowd.
Even for a couple like us that is looking for a pumpkin or a nice stroll through a family farm– this is not exactly the place. We were bombarded with screaming children, many of which were uncontrolled by their parents, and frankly it was more like a jungle gym than a pumpkin patch.

What a great place! My son loved the cow train and all other rides and games however they do charge to get on the rides. $ 20 for 5 coins (1 coin each ride) $ 5 for 2 coins. They have play areas like a corn playground and a mini maze for kids and just a couple of animals to see.
They have a huge selection of pumpkins and also a mini store with souvenirs and other things that might come in handy.
overall we enjoyed this location and will come back next year.

Geared to the 2 – 10 age, with a corn pit, little hay maze, big corn maze, a couple animals to look at, lots of pumpkins. It was busy but didn’t feel crowded. Pumpkins are pricey but you pay for ambiance. Parking and entry are free unless you do the corn maze, you can print a $ 1 off coupon from their website. Staff are very nice. Joan’s has a bit more going on, G&M is more easily accessible. Both are fun!

I’ve been to quite a few corn mazes and this is probably the smallest one that I’ve been to. This is definitely a great location to bring the younger ones to.
I came here on Halloween night, which was on a Thursday. It was empty, which was nice to feel as though you have the whole corn maze to yourself. I’m pretty sure if you came here on a weekend, it would be as crowded as any other locations. The clues that they give you inside the maze are very easy, as you have multiple different questions with ⁵⁰⁄₅₀ chances on getting the right answers.
This is a very easy & quick maze, as it took me only about 40 minutes to find my way through it. As of 2013, the admission is $ 10 on weekends, and only $ 8 from Mondays through Thursdays. If you want to avoid the huge crowds., definitely come here in the middle of the week.

This is our second time at G&M Farms. Last year, my son and I went for his school field trip on a quiet Thursday morning. The corn maze and a few other attractions were closed, but we had fun with his friends on the barn ride, and the kiddie hay maze and corn kernel pit weren’t crowded.
This year, we went on a Saturday with the entire family on the last weekend before Halloween. Not a terribly smart plan as it felt like a few hundred families had a similar idea! However, despite the crowd, we still felt like it was a great experience and just enjoyed being part of the holiday fun. The corn maze was a bit of a rip-​off at $ 9 – 10 a head for anyone over the age of 5, and all the rides were at least $ 5 a try — minus one star. Good thing there’s enough free fun things to do or see to keep your little ones excited. Plus, it’s always fun to pick your pumpkin from the patch or barn! I feel so lucky to have this place close to us, and I think this will be a yearly event until the kids are 10!

I chaperoned my first field trip as a parent this week so I’m sure my experience will be slightly different than the average person who comes out to this popular Livermore pumpkin patch. Right off the 580, it boasts tractor rides, a corn maze (which we didn’t get to explore), a hay bale maze for the little ones, a pumpkin patch, corn kernel box (instead of sandbox), playground (much too small for the dozens of kids swarming it), picnic areas, and several for-​pay rides/​attractions (not of which were open on the weekday our school visited.) My daughter and her classmates had a great day. They went home with a pumpkin, gourd, and corn cob of their choice.
Livermore does get toasty so don’t bundle up for fall just yet.