Looking to have some outdoor fun? Embarking on a journey to harvest your own fresh seasonal vegetables and fruits can create a memorable experience, allowing you to acquire locally grown produce at affordable prices.
Various farms nationwide offer pick-your-own opportunities for strawberries, rhubarb, peas, blueberries, peaches, apples, and more. As someone who has been enjoying U-pick experiences for a long time, I have gathered garlic scapes, harvested asparagus spears, and even dug up my own potatoes, albeit a messy venture.
Many farms also provide additional entertainment suitable for all age groups. Featuring attractions like corn mazes, playgrounds, petting zoos, and wagon rides, you can easily transform a simple outing into a full day of rural enjoyment.
The timing for each crop can significantly differ each year and across regions. Therefore, it is advisable to check the harvest calendar for your specific area and verify the availability of produce by contacting local farms or checking their social media accounts before making the trip.
With that in consideration, here are 15 U-pick farms in Canada 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 array of U-pick options, ranging from various fruits like strawberries, apples, raspberries, and peaches to entertainment features such as wagon rides, animal encounters, and mazes. Plan your visit and immerse yourself in the joy of harvesting fresh produce straight from the fields.
