Get ready—it’s time for strawberry picking in NJ, and while the 2025 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 have 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 the picking (and cold weather snaps don’t help), you should call or check the farm’s website before making a plan. 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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Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm
Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm is excited to kick off our 2025 season with the sweetest fruit of all – strawberries. Our strawberry picking season begins on May 16th, so mark your calendars and get ready for a fun-filled day of adventure and deliciousness. With the purchase of a Park & Pick ticket, it will guarantee you access to the strawberry patch during your selected time slot on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays. Join us on May 24th & 25th , May 31st & June 1st & June 7th & 8th for our Berry Bash Festivals, where we will be celebrating the peak of strawberry season with live music, our Farmhouse Grill, a local brewery on site and MORE! And if you can’t make it during our festival weekends, don’t worry – our strawberry season will continue through mid-June.
2691 Monmouth Rd. Jobstown, NJ 08041 – (609) 353-9000
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 along with 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 their 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 24-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
Pick your own season for 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.
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 Rd., 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 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 Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960
Strawberry Picking in NJ – Central Jersey
Battleview Orchards Country Market and Bakery
Strawberry picking opening day announcement around mid-May; check the farm’s Facebook page.
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.
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 Rd, 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 on June 7-8, 2025.
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 Rd,. 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
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
The farm market reopens on May 16, 2025
The strawberry patch opens for picking in mid-May. They have season passes available, too.
2691 Monmouth Rd., Jobstown, NJ 08041
Littleworth Tree Farm
Harvest expected in mid-May
This farm has blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries for picking. Strawberries are expected in late May, so keep an eye on their website for updates.
1957 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, NJ 08270
Specca Farms
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, and pit fruits.
172 South Delsea Dr, 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 Ave, Egg Harbor, NJ 08215
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