We’re berry happy (sorry, that was low-hanging fruit) that... picking season is here — sorry, that was low-hanging fruit.

If you’re looking for u-pick berry farms in the Seattle area, we’ve got several to satisfy your cravings — along with information about when certain berries are in season and what you should expect if its your first time in the fields.

🍓 It's thate time of the (berry) seed-ason

Because of our generally mild climate, Western Washington gets all sorts of fresh fruit all throughout summer long. Here's when you can expect to see certainthe ripest kinds of berries come into season.

Strawberries: June
Blackberries: Late June to August
Raspberries: Late June to August
Blueberries: Mid-July to early September

Seasonal conditions like average rainfall and temperatures can affect when these berries start ripening. A cold and rainy spring can often pushes back these seasons by several weeks.

🍓 How to prepare

If this is your first time going berry picking, you'll may be delighted to know that there's not much you need to do beforehand but— just check your local farm's social media page or website for updates. But here are someour tips for creating an optimal experience:.

Make good friends with your favorite farm's social media pages. They'll typically makepost updates about crop readiness as each of these seasons approach.
Wear sunscreen and wear a brimmed hat. Most farm visits may have you out in direct sun for 1-2 hours.
Be ready to take your fruit straight home after your farm visit so it doesn't get cooked in your car. — oOr, bring coolers for protecting the fruits of your labor.
Bring cash. Many farms do accept credit/debit cards these days, but its always good to have on hand.

🍓 Multi-crop farms

Lots of local farms don't specialize in one type of crop. You may be able to pick your own veggies along with your berries or return to the same farm for different kinds of produce throughout the yearall summer. These farms offer those experiences.

Schuh Farms | 15565 WA-536, Mt. Vernon

Grows: Seven kinds of berries, stone fruit, corn, pumpkins, and Christmas trees
Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Extras: This 60-year-old farm also sells pies, milkshakes, and flower bouquets.

Harvold Berry Farm | 5207 Carnation Duvall Rd. NE, Carnation

Grows: Strawberries, raspberries, cucumbers, squash, corn, green beans, sunflowers
Hours: Daily, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (hours may vary)

Bailey Family Farm | 12711 Springhetti Road., Snohomish

Grows: Strawberries, raspberries, potatoes, herbs, cabbages, pumpkins, apples
Hours: Daily, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Biringer Farm | 21412 59th Ave. NE, Arlington

Grows: Strawberries, raspberries, tayberries, blackberries, blackcaps, and blueberries
Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Extra: The family farm also has tours that include a giant strawberry ride, a trolley ridetransportation around the farm, and some educational talks for kids.

Duris Farm | 6012 44th St. E., Puyallup

Grows: Strawberries, marionberries, raspberries, and vegetables
Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (hours may vary)
Extra: Keep an eye out for other baked goods for sale.

Remlinger Farms | 32610 N.E. 32nd St., Carnation

Grows: Strawberries, raspberries, pumpkins
Hours: Hours vary — check out the farm's calendar or give them a call at (425) 333-4135
Extra: This farm may well as doubles as a theme park with outdoor concerts, a brewery + cafe, rides, an arcade, and more.

🍓 Specialty farms

Larsen Lake Blueberry Farm | 700 148th Ave. SE, Bellevue

Grows: Blueberries
Hours: Hours vary
Extra: Grab your u-pick and maybe a bouquet of fresh flowers or two

Bob’s Blueberry Patch | 17403 SE 244th Pl., Kent

Grows: Blueberries
Hours: Hours vary

Bow Hill Blueberries | 15628 Bow Hill Road., Bow

Grows: Blueberries
Hours: Hours vary
Extra: Pick up jams, salad dressings, and juice while you're here.

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