There’s nothing sweeter than peach picking in NJ, and having these fruits fresh off the tree can be a fun and delicious way to spend the day with the fam. And luckily, in New Jersey, there’s plenty of pick-your-own farms with peach trees ripe and ready from July through September. While opening day for peaches start at some farms now, it’s best to call ahead or go online for the exact timing of openings and to make reservations (most require purchasing tickets online). Read on for the farms with the juiciest peach picking in NJ, and if you want more PYO, these farms in NJ have fruits and veggies all season, and these organic farms do pick-your-own too. (featured photo credit: Istock/nata_zhekova)
Here are the 16 best locations for peach picking in NJ
Peach picking in North NJ
Alstede Farms
Picking is mid-July to September
They recommend pre-purchasing tickets before arriving at the farm. The annual harvest calendar is a great reference when scheduling what to pick next.
1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930
(908) 879-7189
Demarest Farms
Picking starts the first week of July
Start gathering those pie recipes, so you’re ready for peach picking at Demarest Farms. Also, don’t miss their apple and pumpkin picking in early September.
244 Wiermus Road, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
(201) 666-0472
Hillview Farms
Picking begins in August
When peach picking begins, don’t miss getting a bunch of pick-your-own zinnias. You can also buy local produce and foods at their General Store.
223 Meyersville Rd., Gilette, NJ 07933
(908) 647-0957
Stoneyfield Orchard
Picking is July and August
White and yellow peaches are available in July and August. Littles will love seeing cows and other animals on the farm too.
5 Orchard Street, Belvidere, NJ 07823
(908) 475-5209
Wightman Farms
Picking starts in July
Pick your own on Saturdays and Sundays. There is also a pick your own membership program that gives five months of access to the farm for picking your own fruit.
1111 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 425-9819
Peach picking in Central NJ
Battleview Orchards Country Market and Bakery
Picking is July to September
Battleview Orchards is known as the oldest pick-your-own farm in New Jersey, and each bite of one of the treats at their country store (pies, apple cider, and cider donuts) will have you tasting a bit of history. Check the farm’s Facebook page for picking updates.
91 Wemrock Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
(732) 462-0756
Eastmont Orchards
Picking is mid-July to September
Peaches and nectarines are available for picking in mid-July. They are a variety of peaches, including Sentry, Cresthaven, and Encore.
181 County Road, 537 East, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
(732) 542-5404
Giamarese Farms & Orchards
Picking is July to September
Peaches aren’t the only fruit to pick when you’re here. At this family-owned farm, your family can pick strawberries, peas, apples, pumpkins, are more.
155 Fresh Ponds Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 821-9494
Lee Turkey Farm
Picking starts mid-July
Among the delicious peaches, Lee Turkey Farm also offers plenty of other fruits and vegetables for you to pick throughout the summer. Subscribe to Lee Turkey Farm or follow them on their Facebook page for more updates.
201 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, NJ 08520
(609) 448-0629
Melick’s Town Farm
Picking starts the first week of July
There are over 5,000 peach trees with 30 varieties of both yellow and white peaches. Be sure to reserve your picking date and time to have a guaranteed spot.
472 County Road 513, Califon, NJ 07830
(908) 832-2905
Terhune Orchards
Picking is July to September
Did you know that Terhune Orchards has 28 varieties of peaches? The season is coming, and it is recommended to check their Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 924-2310
Peach picking in South NJ
Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm
Picking starts in July
Park, pick, and enjoy peaches as well as sunflowers. Blackberry and sweet corn crops will also be available later in the summer.
2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041
(609) 353-9000
Mood’s Farm Market
Picking is from early July through September
Cling and Freestone yellow and white peaches are available. Pick the peaches that are firm with a red, rosy color, and they will ripen after they are picked.
901 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
(856) 478-2500
Phillips Farms
Picking is mid-July to September
This working farm has a pick-your-own location and a farmer’s market. You can also pick raspberries, apples, gooseberries, plums, pears, and more.
91 Crabapple Hill Road, Medford, NJ 08848
(908) 995-0022
Strawberry Hill Farm
Picking begins mid-July
Pick your peaches begins in mid-July. A row is generally open until it is picked out, and then it will close again until the next row is ready.
3 Waln Road, Chesterfield, NJ 08515
(609) 298-0823
Von Thun’s Country Farm Market – Washington location
Picking is mid-July to August
Make sure you visit the Washington location for sweet peaches (their other site doesn’t have peaches) and pick your own raspberries, apples, and pumpkins.
438 Route 57 West, Washington Twp., NJ 07882
(732) 986-6816
What’s your favorite spot for peach picking in NJ? We would love to hear about your sweet experience!
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