Summer makes everything seem brighter, and visiting the beautiful sunflower farms around New Jersey is one activity that feels so happy. When you pick sunflowers or hang out in a field, you can’t help but soak up their good vibes. Luckily, New Jersey is home to a bunch of sunflower farms where you can bliss out from July into September (check with each farm to find out their peak blooming time). And while most let you pick stems, there are a few fields solely for snapping insta-worthy photos or getting lost in a maze among the blooms. Scroll down for the best sunflowers in NJ, and make sure to check out our pick-your-own guide for fruits, veggies, and flowers. (featured photo credit: @imgoingonannaventure)
20+ Sunflower Fields Around New Jersey
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Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm
Immerse yourself in acres of sunshine! September kicks off at Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm for their “Sunflower September” celebration. Embrace the golden beauty as you embark on their Sunflower Photo Trail that consists of THOUSANDS of sunflowers of multiple varieties, as well as photo ops throughout the trail for your perfect family photo. Entrance to their “Sunflower Photo Trail” is included in the purchase of a “Park & Pick” day pass per person. Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm is conveniently located in Burlington County, 5 minutes from major highways like Route 295 & NJ Turnpike, making the farm easily accessible from all parts of New Jersey.
2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041
North Jersey
Alstede Farms – Typically open from July-October
At Alstede Farms, you can take a tractor ride through the Blooming Giants Sunflower Trail, which is included with pick-your-own admission.
1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930
Brodhecker Farm – Typically available in August
Brodhecker Farm will have sunflowers blooming in August. Stop by the fields to admire and snap photos of the black oil seed beauties, which produce high-quality seeds and oil.
2 Branchville-Lawson Road, Newton, NJ 07860
New Jersey Sunflower Trail at Von Thun Farms –The New Jersey Sunflower Trail is open now, and sunflower festivals are held in August
Kids will have a blast on the sunflower trail, which is now open. Besides photo ops and picking, the farm features farm animals, activities, games, and a sunflower festival in August. The Sunflower Trail is ONLY available at their Washington, NJ, location – not their South Brunswick location.
438 Route 57 West, Washington, NJ 07882
Ort Farms – Mid-July to late August
Take a stroll through this colorful sunflower farm in New Jersey, pick sunflowers, and snap flower photos. They host fall festival weekends and offer a “pick-your-own” pumpkin patch (late September to late October) and apple orchard (August to October).
25 Bartley Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853
Snyder’s Farm – U-pick Sunflowers is open during the fall festival weekends in October
The u-pick sunflower opportunity offers picking in late September and October with spots for photo ops. You can bring your own shears or rent them (the fee will be used to purchase the sunflowers).
586 South Middlebush Road, Somerset, NJ 08873
Stony Hill Farms – August-September
With 8 varieties of sunflowers and 2.5 acres of beauty, the Sunflower Festival is a must. There are opportunities to pick on the weekends and during the week.
15 North Road, Chester, NJ 07930
Sussex County Sunflower Maze – August 22-September 22
With over a million seeds planted each year, the sunflowers usually bloom in mid to late August, where you can take photos among the cheery blooms. Check back on the Sussex County Sunflower Maze Facebook page for reservation updates.
101 Route 645, Sandyston, NJ 07826
Central Jersey
Argos Farm – Sunflower Festival starts August 4, 2025
Snap photos or snip sunflowers during the golden hour on the farm. While you are there, try some tasty treats on the farm, and the kids will love the attractions like the Cow Train Ride and the Bee Zipline.
1250 Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ 08731
Bullock Farms – Typically available from mid-September to Halloween
Bullock Farms’ sunflower season begins in September, when they open Bullock Barnyard, a family-friendly activity area. Take a stroll and take photos in the fields, then visit with barnyard friends like rabbits, goats, and sheep. Call the farm ahead for opening dates.
83 Emleys Hill Road, Cream Ridge, NJ 08514
Clark Farms – Typically available from mid-July to August
Sunflowers are available for u-pick and photographs. If you forget your snipping shears, they can give you ones to use.
416 Dunhams Corner Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Emery’s Farm – Early September during the Fall Festival
At Emery’s Farm, head to the picturesque sunflower patch to snap selfies and sunny moments. Afterward, say hi and feed the resident farm animals, including a miniature donkey, goats, and chickens.
346 Long Swamp Road, New Egypt, NJ 08533
Happy Day Farm – Sunflowers are available now
The season starts in July and goes through late August. Kids will love the tractor ride to the fields—just make sure to bring your own shears and a bucket to transport your sunflowers home.
106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan, NJ 07726
Holland Ridge Farms – Typically available from September to October
Holland Ridge Farms’ Sunflower Festival opens in September. You can also utilize the on-site photographers for fun photos of your fam or your littles. And good to know—the farm offers floral arranging.
108 Rues Road, Cream Ridge, NJ 08514
Melick’s Town Farm – Typically available in mid-July
Sunflowers are pick-your-own from July to September at Melick’s Town Farm’s Oldwick location. Kids can say hi to the pot-bellied pig at the farmstand.
170 Oldwick Road, Oldwick, NJ 08858
Silverton Farms – Late July through October
At Silverton Farms, sunflowers are pick-your-own starting around the end of July and August. Check their Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.
1520 Silverton Road, Toms River, NJ 08755
South Jersey
Dalton Farms – Information coming soon
Dalton Farms is an excellent spot to pick sunflowers. Sunflower season runs from Labor Day through October, but you can stay up-to-date on when the fields are blooming by visiting their website.
660 Oak Grove Road, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
Jersey Acres – Check their Instagram for details on opening dates
Pick your own sunflowers or have a photographer capture family photos in the beauty of the yellow blooms. Also look out for their Sunflower Seed Harvesting and yearly Sunflower Festival.
65 Eayrestown Road, Medford, NJ 08055
Johnson’s Corner Farm– The Summer Sunflower Stroll starts mid-July, and the Fall Sunflower Celebration runs from September to October
At this farm, you can stroll through the fields and walk through their maze. Reserve for a summer night in the sunflowers with a hayride and pick your own.
133 Church Road, Medford, NJ 08055
Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm– Season starts in early July
At Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm, sunflowers are from July through October. You can pick your own flowers, apples, and pumpkins in the fall.
2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041
Sunset Flower Farm– Typically available in the Fall
You can visit this working flower farm to admire and snap photos of the sunny stems on your phone. Sunflower fields will be in bloom; check their Facebook page for updates.
550 Hands Mill Road, Belleplain, NJ 08270
Ward’s Farm NJ – July-October
Cut a bunch of sunflowers, gladiolas, and dahlias at this specialty flower farm spread over 10 acres. They also host special events in the sunflower fields during the season, including BYOB date nights, picnics, and yoga.
120 Bassett Road, Salem, NJ 08079
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