Looking for a delightful outdoor experience? Engage in the enjoyable activity of picking your own in-season vegetables and fruits at local farms. This not only offers a memorable outing but also lets you buy fresh produce at reasonable prices.
Farms nationwide provide pick-your-own opportunities for a variety of produce like strawberries, rhubarb, peas, blueberries, peaches, apples, and more. Apart from picking fresh produce, you can also enjoy additional activities suitable for all ages such as corn mazes, playgrounds, petting zoos, and wagon rides, making it a perfect day trip option.
The timing for each crop can vary each year and by region. Hence, it is recommended to check the harvest calendar for your area and contact local farms through phone or social media to confirm their availability before planning your visit.
Here are 15 Canadian U-pick farms worth exploring this year:
1. **Maan Farms** – Abbotsford, B.C.
2. **Taves Family Farms** – Abbotsford, B.C.
3. **Twin Oaks Organic Orchard** – Kelowna, B.C.
4. **The Saskatoon Farm** – Foothills County, Alta.
5. **Eagle Creek Farms** – Red Deer County, Alta.
6. **Rhodes’ Raspberries and Blackcurrants** – Saskatoon
7. **Riverbend Orchards** – Portage la Prairie, Man.
8. **Andrews Farm Market and Winery** – Milton, Ont.
9. **Dutchyn Farms** – Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont.
10. **Pingle’s Farm Market** – Hampton, Ont.
11. **Quinn Farm** – Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot, Que.
12. **Trueman Blueberry Farms** – Sackville, N.B.
13. **Dempsey Corner Orchard** – Aylesford, N.S.
14. **The Grove Orchard and U-Pick** – Cornwall, P.E.I.
15. **Lester’s Farm Market** – St. John’s
Each farm offers a unique experience with a variety of fruits and activities to enjoy, making it a perfect outdoor adventure for families and individuals alike.