We’re fortunate enough to live in the Garden State, and heading to one of the pick your own farms in NJ is a welcome way to get nutrient-rich food and have a fun outing with the fam. Opening day for picking is mid-May, with most farms ending in October, so there are plenty of opportunities to pick fresh produce from spring to fall (check each farm’s website for specific dates, which can fluctuate based on the weather). Read on for the best pick your own farms in NJ and a calendar of New Jersey’s growing season so you know when you can load up on your family’s favorites. And if you’re strictly organic, look at our round-up of organic U-pick farms in New Jersey. (featured photo credit: istock.com/romrodinka)
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Alstede Farms
At Alstede Farms, families can experience the joy of visiting a real working farm through our popular Pick-Your-Own program. The season begins with sweet strawberries in late May and continues throughout the growing season—often through the end of October or early November, weather permitting. Guests can pick a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables while learning how food is grown and harvested right here on the farm. A visit offers much more than just picking produce. Enjoy scenic countryside views, tractor-drawn wagon rides to the fields, and a relaxed day outdoors with family and friends. Our farm also features fresh food, homemade ice cream, weekend live music, seasonal food festivals, and educational opportunities for visitors of all ages. Whether you’re picking your own berries, exploring the fields, or simply enjoying a day on the farm, Alstede Farms provides a memorable farm experience that connects people with agriculture and the source of their food.
Alstede Farms, 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-7189
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Von Thun Farms
Von Thun Farms is a family farm located in Washington, NJ (Warren County) that grows a variety of pick-your-own crops, including strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, peaches, apples, and pumpkins. In addition to fruits and vegetables, the farm also offers u-cut tulips in the spring and u-cut sunflowers and summer flowers during the summer. Their farm market is always stocked with homegrown produce, jams & jellies, baked goods, and lots of gift items, and their friendly barnyard animals are always excited to meet little guests. Visitors can also enjoy hayrides and their all-ages Activity Area on weekends during their festivals and select holidays. For picking conditions and a full line-up of events during the season, visit their website.
438 Route 57 West, Washington, NJ 07882
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Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm
Here Are The Best Pick Your Own Farms In NJ
North Jersey
Alstede Farms
Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, apples, pumpkins, tomatoes, peas, beans, and more.
1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930
Beemerville Orchard
Pick peaches in the summer and apples in the fall.
73 Lusscroft Road, Sussex, NJ 07461
Demarest Farms
Peaches are in early July, and apples and pumpkins are in early September.
244 Wierimus Road, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Farms View
Pick your own strawberries in spring and pumpkins this fall.
945 Black Oak Ridge Road, Wayne, NJ 07470
Hillview Farms
Depending on the season, the available fruits and vegetables include blueberries, peaches, zinnias, apples, and pumpkins.
223 Meyersville Road, Gillette, NJ 07933
Longmeadow Farm
Pick blackberries, raspberries, apples, and pumpkins, depending on the season.
561 Blairstown Road (County Road 521), Hope, NJ 07825
Ort Farms
Pick your strawberries, sunflowers, apples, and pumpkins, depending on the season.
25 Bartley Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853
Snyder’s Farm
Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, flowers, pumpkins, and u-pick sunflowers are available to pick, depending on the season.
586 South Middlebush Road, Somerset, NJ 08873
Stony Hill Farms
Pick your own apples, pumpkins, berries, and vegetables, depending on the season. Sunflower picking is available too.
15 North Road, Chester, NJ 07930
Sussex County Strawberry Farm
Depending on the season, you can pick strawberries, raspberries, and pumpkins.
565 US-206 North, Andover, NJ 07821
Wightman Farms
Pick your own strawberries, peaches, cherries, nectarines, and apples (almost 30 varieties).
1111 Mt. Kemble Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960
Central Jersey
Battleview Orchards
Pick your strawberries, sour cherries, peaches, nectarines, apples, and pumpkins.
91 Wemrock Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
Bonacorsi Berry Farm
Strawberries, sugar snap peas, raspberries, blueberries, apples, and sometimes tart cherries start in June.
662 Pittstown Road, Frenchtown, NJ 08825
Champion U-Pick Blueberry Farm
Blueberry season starts in June.
60 Cherry St, Manchester Township, NJ 08759
Eastmont Orchards
Pick apples and peaches.
321 County Road 537, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Emery’s Farm Certified Organic
U-pick blueberries should be available around mid-June.
346 Long Swamp Road, New Egypt, NJ 08533
Giamarese Farm & Orchards
Pick your own strawberries, peas, spring greens, apples, pumpkins, and Christmas trees.
155 Fresh Ponds Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Habiak Farms
Cut your pumpkin right off the vine at this farm.
317 Deans Rhode Hall Road, South Brunswick, NJ 08831
Hallock’s U-Pick Farm
Strawberries, peas, cabbage, beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, and more.
38 Fischer Road, New Egypt, NJ 08533
Happy Day Farm
There are blueberries, raspberries, sunflowers, blackberries, pumpkins, and more.
106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan, New Jersey 07726
Lee Turkey Farm
A variety of fruits and vegetables change monthly.
201 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, NJ 08520
Melick’s Town Farm
A pick-your-own farm with apples, strawberries, peaches, pumpkins, and flowers.
PYO Strawberries and Flowers at 170 Oldwick Road, Oldwick, NJ 08858; Orchards: 472 County Road 513, Califon, NJ 07830
Peterson Family Farm
Various strawberry varieties start in June, peaches in July, and apples and pumpkins in the fall.
439 Quakertown Road, Flemington, NJ 08822
Phillips Farms
Strawberries, blackberries, peaches, and more, depending on the season.
91 Crab Apple Hill Road, Milford, NJ 08848 and 564 Milford-Warren Road, Milford, NJ 08848
Silverton Farms Organic
Strawberries, raspberries, pumpkins, green beans, cherry tomatoes, and flowers.
1520 Silverton Road, Toms River, NJ 08755
Soel Farm
Pick your own flowers and make a bouquet.
20 Stillhouse Road, Millstone, NJ 08535
Terhune Orchards
Strawberries, cherries, blueberries, blackberries, apples, asparagus, flowers, and more.
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
Tindall Farms
Pick strawberries in the spring and pumpkins in the fall.
1201 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ 08550
Von Thun Farms
Pick your own berries, pumpkins, and apples in two locations throughout the year.
Washington- 438 Route 57 West, Washington Twp, NJ 07882
South Brunswick- 519 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
South Jersey
Bear Berries Farm
Pick your own blueberries at this farm in NJ.
1449 Junctions Road, Browns Mills, NJ 08015
Blueberry Bill Farms
Blueberry picking starts in mid-June.
914 11th Street, Hammonton, NJ 08037
Clement Blueberry Farm
Pick your own blueberries in July.
200 Magnolia Road, Pemberton, NJ 08068
DiMeo’s U-Pick Blueberry Farms & Berry Plants Nursery Organic Growing Process
You can pick your own blueberries, which will be available from June to July and until late August.
3101 Nesco Road, Hammonton, NJ 08037
Ferrara’s Orchards
Pick blueberries starting in June, nectarines in mid-summer, and apples in the fall.
1564 Commissioners Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
Haines Berry Farm
Look for blueberries in late June and dry-harvested cranberries in the fall.
98 Sheep Pen Hill Road, Pemberton, NJ 08068
Johnsons Corner Farm
Strawberries, blueberries, and peaches are available for picking from mid-May to July.
133 Church Road, Medford, NJ 08055
Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm
Pick peaches, sunflowers, field flowers, cherry tomatoes, and blackberries toward the end of June. In the fall, there’s apple, sunflower, and pumpkin picking.
2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041
Littleworth Tree Farm
Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries are available during the summer. Don’t miss their unique pink lemonade blueberries, too.
1957 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, New Jersey 08270
Mood’s Farm Market
Pick your own sweet cherries, red raspberries, blueberries, and pie cherries.
901 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
Piney Hollow Farm
Pick your own blueberries.
502 E. Piney Hollow Road, Williamstown, NJ 08094
Robson’s Farm
Pick peaches, apples, nectarines, and flowers.
33 Rahilly Road, Wrightstown, NJ 08562
Specca Farms Pick Your Own
Strawberries and a variety of seasonal vegetables are available for picking.
870 Jacksonville-Mount Holly Road, Bordentown, NJ 08505
Strawberry Hill Farm
Pick your own strawberries starting in July.
3 Waln Road, Chesterfield, NJ 08515
Stiles Farm and Nursery
Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and other seasonal fruits.
172 South Delsea Dr, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Walking Bird Farm Natural Growing Process
Strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries are available to pick.
250 S Mannheim Ave, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215
Wells’ Blueberry Farm
Pick your own blueberries during the summer.
466 Retreat Road, Southhampton Township, NJ 08088
The best time to go to pick your own farms in NJ
To help you find the best growing seasons and availability of fruits and veggies in New Jersey, we’ve included the picking calendar below from Find Jersey Fresh. For the most accurate information on the harvest, hours of operation, and daily picking availability, it is best to call or visit the New Jersey farm’s website on the morning of your visit.
| Fruits & Berries | Early | Most Active | Late |
| Strawberries | May 15 | June 1 – June 10 | June 15 |
| Cherries | June 5 | June 5 – June 25 | June 30 |
| Blueberries | June 15 | July 5 – August 10 | August 15 |
| Plums | July 1 | July 15 – August 15 | September 30 |
| Red Raspberries – Traditional | July 1 | July 5 – July 21 | August 1 |
| Peaches, Nectarines | July 15 | July 20 – September 1 | October 10 |
| Apples | August 15 | September 1 – November 25 | December 31 |
| Blackberries | July 5 | July 15 – July 30 | August 15 |
| Pears | August 1 | August 10. – August 31 | September 5 |
| Raspberries – Fall Bearing | August 15 | September 1 – September 20 | October 15 |
| Grapes | August 25 | September 10 – September 20 | September 30 |
| Cranberries | October 5 | October 5 – November 15 | December 31 |
| Vegetables | Early | Most Active | Late |
| Spinach | April 15 | May 5 – June 25 | November 15 |
| Asparagus | April 20 | May 1 – May 30 | June 15 |
| Lettuce – Late Spring | May 20 | May 20 – July 15 | October 15 |
| Collards | May 20 | August 20 – October 31 | November 30 |
| Broccoli | June 1 | June 10 – July 1 | July 1 |
| Peas | June 5 | June 15 – June 25 | July 5 |
| Beets | May 15 | July 1 – October 31 | November 30 |
| Cabbage | May 25 | June 10 – October 31 | November 30 |
| Snap Beans | June 15 | June 20 – July 20 | October 31 |
| Squash | June 15 | June 25 – September 1 | October 15 |
| Onions | June 20 | June 25 – July 31 | October 31 |
| Cucumbers | June 25 | July 5 – August 15 | September 30 |
| Sweet Corn | June 25 | July 5 – August 31 | September 5 |
| Peppers | June 25 | July 15 – October 31 | October 31 |
| Tomatoes** | June 20 | July 10 – September 15 | October 5 |
| Eggplant** | July 10 | July 20 – September 30 | October 15 |
| Lima Beans | June 15 | July 15 – August 31 | October 31 |
| Potatoes | July 1 | July 20 – September 30 | December 15 |
| Okra** | July 15 | August 15 – September 15 | October 15 |
| Lettuce – Early Fall | September 1 | September 15. – October 15 | October 15 |
| Cauliflower | October 5 | October 5 – November 20 | November 30 |
| Pumpkins | September 15 | October 1 – October 10 | October 10 |
| Other | Early | Most Active | Late |
| Everlastings, Flowers, Herbs | |||
| July 1 | July 15 – September 15 | October 1 | |
| ** Late date is October 15, or killing frost | |||
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