Get ready—it’s time for strawberry picking in NJ, and while the 2026 season is short for picking (mid-May through June), it’s chock full of family fun. Besides picking fresh strawberries off the vine, many farms host festivals and lots of kid-friendly activities, making for a whole-day outing. Keep in mind that because it’s hard to pinpoint the exact date strawberries are ripe for picking (and cold weather snaps don’t help), you should call or check the farm’s website before making plans. Scroll down for the best farms and fields for strawberry picking in NJ, browse our Ultimate Guide to U-Pick Farms in NJ, and if you are feeling hungry, check out Farmers’ Markets in NJ, too. (feature photo credit: istock/jarih)

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Strawberry Picking Farms And Fields Around New Jersey

Strawberry Picking in NJ – North Jersey

Alstede Farms
Late May to early July
Strawberry picking lasts most of June, and they also have weekly events featuring hay wagon rides and games for kids. Make sure you grab your PYO Entry Ticket for picking before you go. 
1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930

Bonacorsi Family Farm
Opens in early June 
The farm offers a variety of strawberries, sugar snap peas, raspberries, and blueberries.
662 Pittstown Road, Frenchtown, NJ 08825 

Farms View
Strawberries are available mid-late May through mid-June
Before or after picking, stop by and say “hi” to the animals, such as miniature donkeys, goats, chickens, and horses. Call ahead for the exact date when fields are open for u-pick.
945 Black Oak Ridge Road, Wayne, NJ 07470

Melick’s Town Farm
Strawberry picking is estimated to start in mid-May
This farm has U-pick fields behind its farm store. Say hi to their resident potbelly pig and stock up on other farm goodies like fresh pies, fruits, veggies, and meats while you’re there.
PYO Strawberries and Flowers at 170 Oldwick Road, Oldwick, NJ 08858

Ort Farms
Tentatively May 23-June 15
The end of May kicks off the picking season with lots of activities, and make sure to visit their new ice cream window for homemade ice cream.
25 Bartley Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853

Phillips Farms
Late May
Picking your own strawberries is expected to start in late May. Stop by their farmstand afterward for locally grown fruits, vegetables, and goods.
564 Milford-Warren Glen Road, Milford, NJ 08848

Peterson Family Farm
Typically opens the first week of June 
You can pick from several strawberry varieties while snapping photos of the historic barn that dates back to the 1800s.
439 Quakertown Road, Flemington, NJ 08822

Snyder’s Farm
Strawberry picking begins mid-May
If you are ready for delicious strawberry picking in NJ, the Snyder’s Farm U-pick season typically starts in May. And good to know—it’s cash only, and there is an ATM on the property if needed. At the end of May, make sure you stop by for the Strawberry Festival.
586 South Middlebush Road, Somerset, NJ 08873

Stony Hill Farms
Typically starting in June 
Pick your own apples, strawberries, pumpkins, berries, and vegetables, depending on the season.
15 North Road, Chester, NJ 07930

Sussex County Strawberry Farm
Opening in early June for strawberry picking; check for updates
After picking as many berries as you can carry, this farm offers a list of recipes for you to use them in, like strawberry pie or kid-friendly strawberry daiquiris. The greenhouse is also open, with colorful hangers that will catch anyone’s eye.
565 Route 206 North, Andover, NJ 07821

VonThun Farms (Washington location)
Strawberry season is expected to start in mid-May to early June
If you love fresh strawberries, you can’t miss the farm’s Strawberry Festival in June. There’ll be strawberry picking, face painting, an activity area, hayrides, and more fun.
438 Route 57 West, Washington, NJ 07882

Wightman Farms
Opening in June for strawberry picking; check for updates
Keep checking for the opening PYO dates, where you can find strawberries, peaches, cherries, and nectarine crops. Their farm store will also feature fresh-picked fruit and more.
1111 Mt. Kemble Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960

Strawberry Picking in NJ – Central Jersey

Battleview Orchards Country Market and Bakery
Strawberry picking opens around mid-May; check the farm’s Facebook page.
Battleview Orchards is recognized as the oldest pick-your-own farm in New Jersey. Every treat from their country store—such as pies, apple cider, and cider donuts—offers a taste of history.
91 Wemrock Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

Giamarese Farm & Orchards
Strawberry picking from late May to June
Strawberries, peas, spring greens, apples, pumpkins, and Christmas trees.
155 Fresh Ponds Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Hallock’s U-Pick Farm
Strawberry picking is expected in mid-May
While they’re known for multiple u-pick fruits and veggies, strawberry season is one of their most popular. The expected opening is in mid-May, and you can also purchase plants and perennials.
38 Fischer Road, New Egypt, NJ 08533

Lee Turkey Farm
Strawberry season is expected to begin in June
Among the delectable strawberries available in June, Lee Turkey Farm also offers cherries, broccoli, watermelon, cantaloupe, sweet corn, and plenty of other fruits and vegetables to pick throughout the summer season.
201 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, NJ 08520

Peterson Family Farm
Typically opening the first week of June 
Strawberry picking is fun for all ages at Peterson Family Farm. With strawberry varieties like Flavorfest, Cabot, and AC Valley Sunset available, you’re sure to leave with a bucket full of red, ripe berries that you can preserve later or eat while they’re fresh.
439 Quakertown Road, Flemington, NJ 08822

Phillips Farms
Opening Day in June; check the website for updates 
After picking strawberries, feel free to sample Philips Farms’ delicious, sugar-free fruit spreads, ciders, jams, and other goods they offer in their market.
564 Milford-Warren Glen Road (Rt. 519), Milford, NJ 08848

Terhune Orchards
Strawberry season is from late May to early June
With plenty of educational activities for kids and a winery for adults, Terhune Orchards has something for the whole family to enjoy. Keep an eye out for more information on the farm’s fun strawberry-themed events, including a Strawberry Festival.
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540

Tindall Farms
Check their Facebook page for picking updates
Strawberry picking is in late May and early June. Visit their Facebook page for updates on crops, hours, and dates. 
1201 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ 08550

Von Thun’s Country Farm Market (Monmouth Junction)
Strawberry season is from late May through early June
Besides picking strawberries, make sure you don’t miss this farm’s special summer events, such as the Strawberry Festival.
519 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852

Strawberry Picking in NJ – South Jersey

Johnson’s Corner Farm
Strawberry season is expected to start around the end of May
Take a farm tour on a hayride, or enjoy some delicious soft-serve ice cream on hot days at Johnson’s Corner Farm. 
133 Church Road, Medford, NJ 08055

Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm
Reopens on May 9
Make a reservation to pick strawberries in the patch until mid-June. Look out for their Berry Bash festivals on the weekends with wagon rides, live music, and a Farmhouse Grill.
2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041

Littleworth Tree Farm
Harvest expected in early May
This farm has blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries for picking. Strawberries are expected in early May, so keep an eye on their website for updates. 
1957 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, NJ 08270

Specca Farms
Opening Day is April 2, 2026. Check their Facebook page for updates and hours. 
There are plenty of fruits and veggies to pick at Specca Farms, but none are as popular as the vibrant red strawberries.
870 Jacksonville-Mt. Holly Road, Bordentown, NJ 08505

Strawberry Hill Farm
Picking is expected in July
Pick your own from mid-July to late October.
3 Waln Road, Chesterfield, NJ 08515

Stiles Farm and Nursery
Check their Facebook page for updates
Stiles crops include pick-your-own strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, pome fruits, and pit fruits.
172 South Delsea Drive, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Walking Bird Farm (formerly B&B Farms) 
Strawberry picking from late May to mid-June
Strawberries start here in late May, and you can also visit their farm shop for fresh veggies and fruit they grow.
250 S Mannheim Avenue, Egg Harbor, NJ 08215

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