U-Pick Farms in Tampa Bay: Where to pick berries, peaches, veggies and MORE!
U-pick farms in Tampa Bay are opening their fields once again for a fun and unique day out on the farm with the kids!
While strawberry u-pick season has come to a close, we’re seeing tons of u-pick blueberries right now and even some u-pick peaches popping up on the calendar.
Before you go, check each farm’s social pages or websites to ensure they are open as hours and dates change with weather and whether a crop is available for u-pick.
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We suggest bringing some sunscreen, bug spray and closed toed shoes when out on the farm. Also make sure to pack plenty of water for everyone in your group. It can get hot in the fields (gotta love winter in Florida).
Our favorite u-pick farms in Tampa Bay offering picks right now
Upicktopia in Masaryktown: U-Pick Blackberries, blueberries, and more!
19125 Phillips Rd, Masaryktown 34605
www.upicktopia.com
Upicktopia has a variety of blackberries and blueberries available for u-pick. You’ll want to check their Facebook page before you go to see what they have available for u-pick as it changes.
Starkey Blueberry Farm in New Port Richey: U-Pick blueberries and blackberries
10730 Lake Blanche Drive, New Port Richey 34655
www.starkeyblueberryfarm.com
Starkey Blueberry Farm’s u-pick blueberry and blackberry season is now open at the field located at 10730 Lake Blanche Drive in New Port Richey. The field is not too far from Starkey Market if you want to stick around for lunch and pre-picked berries. Check their Facebook page for daily updates on availability before heading out.
Three Son Farms in Dover: U-pick sunflowers
3830 MacIntosh Road, Dover 33527
Visit Facebook page here
Three Sons Farms in Dover has transitioned from strawberries to u-pick sunflowers! Their fields are open or u-pick sunflowers Monday- Friday from 10am-5pm. The sunflowers are $1 each. Make sure to bring your own vase and they’ll supply the rest.
Peachy Keen Orchard in Date City: U-pick peaches
15701 Jessamine Road, Date City
Peachy Keen Orchard Facebook page
Peachy Keen Orchard will begin offering u-pick peaches in April by appointment only – you can book a time slot from a post on the Florida Sweeties Facebook page which is handling their bookings. $15 for one 8-pound bucket of peaches.
Royal Blues Farm in Dade City: U-Pick Blueberries
28978 Johnston Road, Dade City
www.royalbluesfarm.com
Royal Blues Farm is hosting u-pick blueberries on select days: from 10am-4pm and May 7-8 from 10am-4pm. Stay tuned to their website and social media for updates.
Hunsader Farms in Bradenton: U-Pick Flowers
5500 County Road 675, Bradenton 34211
www.hunsaderfarms.com
Hunsader Farms is currently offering u-pick flowers. They have zinnias and wildflowers and a few sunflowers. Admission is $2 and then you buy a cup for the flowers starting at $8 and then it goes up by cup size. They also have other u-picks including veggies like bell peppers and jalapeños. There’s also a petting zoo with more than 30 species of animals! They’re open daily right now, (Monday-Saturday 8am-4pm & Sunday 10am-3pm) so it’s a good day trip for littles. Learn more here.
JG Ranch in Brooksville: U-pick blackberries
17200 Wiscon Rd, Brooksville 34601
www.jgranch.com
JG Ranch’s u-pick strawberry season has ended. They will be offering u-pick blackberries starting at the end of March. You’ll want to check in on their Facebook page to see if they are open for u-pick before you head out. You can also pick an array of fresh veggies. They also have a farm stand for fresh produce!
Church Lake Farm in Odessa: U-pick blueberries
16321 McGlamery Rd, Odessa, FL 33556
www.churchlakefarms.com
Church Lake Farm’s u-pick blueberries are now ready for u-pick select days of the week on March 28 from 8am-12pm! Make sure to check their Facebook page for picking updates.
You Pick Blueberries in Spring Hill: U-pick blueberries
17500 Elridge Avenue, Spring Hill
Visit Facebook page here
You Pick Blueberries Spring Hill will open on weekends for the season beginning April 1! You will want to stay tuned to their Facebook page for updates and any potential changes. U-pick blueberries are $4 per pound and you can also buy pre-picked berries for $5 per pound. There are also a ton of veggies to choose from. They will also have food trucks and other vendors on site.
Whiteheads Blueberry Farm in Winter Haven: U-pick blueberries
1024 Macon Road, Winter Haven
Whiteheads Blueberry Farm website
Whiteheads Blueberry Farm is opening for the blueberry u-pick on April 5 and will be remain open on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 8am-4pm until April 30. They have more than 30,000 blueberry plants spread across 15 acres so you know you’ll leave with lots of berries. It’s located near LEGOLAND Florida and Peppa Pig Theme Park, so it’s a great side trip on the way home.
Florida Sweeties in Dade City: U-Pick Peaches
Various orchard locations in Dade City: Tangerine orchard located at: 14138 Curley Rd in Dade City
www.youpickpeaches.com
The friendly owners of Florida Sweeties have several orchards and offer u-picks throughout the year for citrus ad peaches and right now, they have u-pick peaches at one of their orchards in Dade City. Look for the Sign Up Genius links on their latest Facebook post here. It’s $15 per bucket for 2 for $20. Signups are available while supplies last.
Sweetfields Farm in Brooksville: sunflowers
17250 Benes Roush Road, Brooskville
www.sweetfieldsfarm.com
The season opens May 2023! Check out the sunflower maze, play area, peddle tractor rides, hayrides, farm animals and more! By popular demand, they are selling timed admission to ensure crowds at kept at a minimum. Tickets are required for everyone ages 3 and older. We suggest buying in advance online to secure your spot since this event often sells out. Check out their Facebook page here.
HarvestMoon Fun Farm Sunflower U-Pick in Masaryktown
15950 Stur Street, Masaryktown 34604
www.harvestmoonfunfarm.com
Visit HarvestMoon Fun Farm for their Sunflower U-Pick event which usually opens in May–you can pick flowers through the maze-like paths and bring home a beautiful bouquet for yourself or a loved one! For more information for farm activities and to make a reservation please visit their website. They also have petting zoo, play area and more! You can also visit their Facebook page here for updates.
Jimmy MC’s Farm in Spring Hill: sunflowers
17430 Coon Hide Road, Spring Hill 34610
Jimmy MC’s Farm offers sunflower u-pick in May and should be opening soon. Check in with their Facebook page for opening day updates:. Learn more here.
We’re sharing MORE places to pick blueberries in Tampa Bay here.
MORE farms to WATCH for future u-pick events:
Keel & Curley in Plant City: U-Pick Blueberries
5210 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City 33565
keelfarms.com
Keel & Curley location on Thonotosassa Road which also happens to be right by Dinosaur World, so it’s a great day trip for families. We also love grabbing lunch under the covered patio and saying hello to the farm animals, so make some time in your day for that too! Keel Farms will be hosting its annual Blueberry Festival on April 15, 22 and 29 which will feature u-pick blueberries, live music, a kids area, and more. Check their Facebook page here for updates.
A Land of Delight Natural Farm and Nursery in Plant City: U-Pick Veggies and Blueberries
2514 Learning Pine Ln, Plant City 33565
www.alandofdelight.com
A Land of Delight Natural Farm hosts a regular farmers market and u-pick. They are offering u-pick blueberries March 30-April 1. Other u-picks are mostly greens which are great for smoothies and salads! The market has plenty of fresh produce, honey, and soooo much more. Check their Facebook page here for updates.
Wish Farms Blueberry U-Pick in Plant City: U-Pick Blueberries
1301 Frontage Road S, Plant City 33563
www.wishfarms.com
Wish Farms will open for blueberry u-pick on Saturdays in April from 9 am-3 pm. You can check their events page here to stay up to date.
Strawberry Passion/Passion Organics in Thonotosassa: U-pick sunflowers, squash, zucchini, green beans
11780 Tom Folsom Rd, Thonotosassa 33592 * This is the current field that’s open.
12351 McIntosh Rd, Thonotosassa, 33592
Visit Facebook Page
Strawberry Passion/Passion Organics is offering u-pick organic squash, zucchini, green beans for $1.00 per pound and u-pick sunflowers for $1 each on Saturdays until the end of April. Check their Facebook page for updates.
5K Farms in Plant City: U-pick organic strawberries (2023 season has ended)
6302 S County Road 39, Plant City 33567
U-pick organic strawberries will be available in April while supplies last from 8:00 am-5:00 pm! Strawberries are $2/pound. Follow their Facebook page for updates.
Berry Sweet Acres in Plant City: U-Pick Strawberries (2023 season has ended)
5621 US Hwy 92 in Plant City
Berry Sweet Acres Facebook Page
There’s nothing quite like the taste of freshly picked strawberries and Berry Sweet Acres is opening up its fields for u-pick strawberries by reservation only to ensure you don’t get overcrowded. They are open Wednesday-Friday from 10am-6pm, Saturday from 9am-6pm, and Sunday from 12pm-6pm. There is a $2 admission fee in addition to the purchase price of the strawberries. Walk-ins are welcome or you can make your reservations here.
Dooley Groves in Ruskin: U-Pick Citrus
1651 Stephens Rd, Ruskin 33570
www.dooleygroves.com
Dooley Groves is currently closed for its Spring 2023 u-pick They will reopen in November. Lately, they’ve offered u-pick Red Seedless Grapefruit until April 8. They are open daily from 10 am-4 pm, but be sure to visit their website here to learn more details on what’s available.
The Southern Peach Company in Lithia: peaches
13231 State Road 674, Lithia 33547
The peaches are ready on select days only, so check their Facebook page for updates. This fifth-generation family farm in Lithia has all the charm peach picking has to offer, including a photo opportunity with an old fashioned truck as you enter the orchard. The century old farm offers plenty of peaches to go around for everyone starting in late April. After picking, stop by Alafia River State Park which is just minutes away for some relaxation and fun under the trees. Visit their Facebook page here.
Hilltop Peaches in Bartow: peaches
7455 Cox Road, Bartow 33830
Visit their website here.
Hilltop u-pick peaches offers two different types of peaches: UFSun (clingers) and Tropic Beauty (freestone/melters)–keep this in mind as they are priced differently per pound. Stay up to date on u-picks and prices here.
Oponay Farm in Lakeland: blueberries
5129 Hancock Lake Road, 33812
www.oponayfarmsllc.com
The Lakeland family owned farm is now offering u-pick blueberries on select days. U-pick berries are usually $4 per pound. You can visit their Facebook page for future u-pick updates.
Fancy Farms in Plant City
3524 Futch Loop, Plant City 33566
www.fancyfarms.com
Fancy Farms sometimes offers U-pick strawberries, but check their Facebook page for future potential dates. They do have a regular market where you can pick up farm fresh food like blueberries, onions and more. They have a ton of farm fresh veggies you can order now! Visit Facebook page for updates.
Favorite Farms in Dover
10070 McIntosh Rd, Dover 33527
www.favoritefarms.net
Favorite Farms will not be opening their fields to the public this year. Visit their Facebook page to stay up to date.
Pappy’s Patch U-Pick Strawberries
501 Florida Ave, Oviedo, FL 32765
Visit Facebook Page
Pappy’s Patch will not be open for the 2023 u-pick season.
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