Pick-your-own farms let you walk the rows and harvest fruit and produce straight off the plant, usually paying by the pound or the container. It is the freshest way to buy, the cheapest way to buy in volume, and the closest most families get to where their food actually grows. What is open to pick changes through the year, so the trick is knowing what is ready before you drive out.
The fall window is the big one. Apples come in from late summer into October, and pumpkins follow through October, which is why apple-and-pumpkin weekends draw the biggest crowds of the year. Summer is berries and stone fruit: strawberries in late spring, then blueberries, cherries, peaches, and brambles through the warm months. A single farm often rolls from one crop to the next, so it pays to call ahead or check the farm's page before you go.
Picking is weather-dependent and supply runs out. A hot week can pull a crop two weeks early, and a popular Saturday can clear a field by noon, so the smart move is to confirm the day's picking conditions with the farm directly. Bring cash, wear closed shoes, and ask whether containers are provided or you bring your own.
Every farm below links to its own page with location, what it grows, and how to make contact. Use the seasonal list to see what is ready to pick in your state right now, then open a farm to confirm hours and conditions before you drive.
What you can pick in North Carolina right now
Typical windows for North Carolina. Crops ripen on the weather, so confirm the day's picking with the farm before you drive.
| Crop | Season | Farms here |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberries | Season over for 2026 | 18 farms |
| Blueberries | Season over for 2026 | 16 farms |
| Pumpkins | Season over for 2026 | 15 farms |
| Blackberries | Season over for 2026 | 12 farms |
| Cherries | Season over for 2026 | 7 farms |
| Apples | Season over for 2026 | 3 farms |
| Raspberries | Season over for 2026 | 2 farms |
| Peaches | Season over for 2026 | 2 farms |
How pick-your-own works
First time picking? Here is the whole thing in one table.
| Question | What to know |
|---|---|
| How you pay | By the pound, by the container, or a flat per-bag price. Many farms still take cash only, so bring some. |
| Containers | Some farms hand you a box or bucket, others want you to bring your own. Ask before you go. |
| Call ahead | Picking depends on weather and what is ripe. A quick call or a check of the farm page tells you what is open that day. |
| Best time | Go early. Popular farms pick out by midday on fall and summer weekends. |
| What to wear | Closed shoes and clothes you do not mind getting dirty. Fields are muddy after rain. |
49 pick-your-own farms near Raleigh, NC
Sorted with the most complete listings first. Every farm links to its own page with location, what it grows, and how to make contact.
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Kindled ProvisionsMoncure, NCShipsKindled Provisions embodies the essence of adventure in the firewood industry.Website listed
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Vollmer FarmBunn, NCDeliversVollmer Farm is a 5th generation working family farm under new ownership (Nikki & Mann Mullen).Website listed
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Hilltop FarmsApex, NCShipsHilltop Farms We are Wake County's first and only USDA Certified Organic Produce Farm, since 2004. Our farm is located in Willow Spring, NC, 15 miles south of Raleigh.Website listed
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Double R Cattle Services, IncHillsborough, NCShipsRitchie and Beverly Roberts, along with their children, now make the fourth and fifth generations to work the soil on their Northern Orange County farm.Website listed
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Hilltop Farms of Willow SpringsWillow Spring, NCLocal deliveryHilltop Farms is a certified organic produce farm, 15 miles south of Raleigh, with a CSA, u-pick strawberries, farm stand, wholesale and retail sales.Website listed
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Neighbor Boy Farm and Country StoreApex, NCDeliversNeighbor Boy is a small family-owned farm, certified plant nursery, and country store in Apex, NC filled with local goodness and unique gifts.Website listed
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Back Achers Christmas Tree FarmRaleigh, NCPickup / on-farmWe sell about a thousand trees each year, mostly to repeat customers. Bring the children and let them romp among the trees. Bring the dog too, but keep him on a leash.Website listed
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Gregory VineyardsAngier, NCPickup / on-farmGregory Vineyards is North Carolinas 106th winery, and is pleased to offer you a fine selection of muscadine wines and juices.Website listed
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Mini Acres FarmRaleigh, NCPickup / on-farmMini Acres Farm is a pick-your-own blueberry farm. We also offer a venue for weddings and events. During blueberry season we can accommodate field trips for small groups.Website listed
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Ogburn Berries & Produce LLCWillow Spring, NCPickup / on-farmOgburn Berries & Produce LLC is 4th Generation farm. They grow and sell produce at their roadside stand located at 13065 Old Stage Road in Willow Spring.Website listed
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Pace Family FarmsClayton, NCPickup / on-farmEveryday, we at Pace Family Farms strive to cultivate a relationship between the customer and the farm.Website listed
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Pack House FarmApex, NCPickup / on-farmLiving in one of the fastest growing areas of North Carolina, we at Pack House Farm believe folks need to have opportunities to connect to the land and learn that food doesn’t.Website listed
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Page Farms of RaleighRaleigh, NCPickup / on-farmWe are a fourth generation family farm trying to keep our heritage alive by bringing fresh fruits and vegetables to you all throughout the year.Website listed
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Phillips Farms of CaryCary, NCPickup / on-farmWe are an agritainment business in the heart of Cary NC, we grow and sell our pumpkins on site, strawberries and kettle corn.Website listed
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Poole Family FarmFour Oaks, NCPickup / on-farmWe are a local flower farm in Four Oaks. Our farm is open as a You-Pick-Flowers, we sell our flowers in certain retail shops and to local florists.Website listed
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Porter Farms & NurseryWillow Springs, NCPickup / on-farmPorter Farms and Nursery is family owned and operated, located just south of Raleigh, NC.Website listed
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Smith's NurseryBenson, NCPickup / on-farmWe are a family owned and operated farm in Johnston County, North Carolina.Website listed
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Tailgate FarmDurham, NCPickup / on-farmTailgate Farm is a small family run farm established in 2016 and is located in Durham, North Carolina.Website listed
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Naylor Roadside MarketFuquay-Varina, NCPickup / on-farmWe are a family owned & operated roadside market located in Fuquay-Varina, NC!Website listed
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DJ’s Berry PatchApex, NCPickup / on-farmSpringtime we are PYO and pre-picked strawberry patch. Summer months bring a wide variety of summer produce grown on our farm including; several varieties of tomatoes, sweet corn,.Website listed
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Waller Family FarmDurham, NCPickup / on-farmWaller Family Farm was started in 1940. This third generation farm is now mainly a strawberry u-pick farm. We still have cows and a few chickens.Website listed
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Heeks FarmRougemont, NCPickup / on-farmHeeks Farm is a you-pick strawberry farm in Durham. They grow strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, muscadines, carrots and vegetables using organic growing practices with.Website listed
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Cedar Grove Blueberry FarmCedar Grove, NCPickup / on-farmFrom action packed professional bull riding to fast paced barrel racers, you have a chance to get up and personal with some of the best cowboys and cowgirls on the east coast.Website listed
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Farrells Creek FarmApex, NCPickup / on-farmAn acre of U-Pick blueberries and blackberries with picking times from June to July.Website listed
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Eno River FarmHillsborough, NCPickup / on-farmEno River Farm is a multifaceted farm and business. From our pick-your-own operation and hydroponic facility to our wholesale and retail store, we sell a little bit of everything-.Website listed
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Many Rivers FarmBahama, NCPickup / on-farmWe offer heirloom and modern apples, peaches, Asian pears and blackberries. U-pick or We pick. Check our website for picking days. Open most weekends 8 am - noon.Website listed
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Creekside FarmSelma, NCPickup / on-farmCreekside Farm-Rich & Kathy Bennek… small family-owned in Johnston Co. Family-friendly with playground. We grow using sound environmentally sustainable practices.Website listed
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Hidden River Farm, LLC.Angier, NCPickup / on-farmHidden River Farm's fruits and nuts are organically grown. They do not use any type of plant treatment on the farm. They offer a wide variety of unique berries and fruits.Website listed
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HS Howell FarmsZebulon, NCPickup / on-farmFarm stand; Farm market; Gift shop; Concessions refreshment stand; Restrooms; Picnic area;Website listed
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Double R Cattle ServicesHillsborough, NCPickup / on-farmSells beef, chicken, dairy, eggs, fruit, grass-fed.Website listed
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Tractor's Corn MazeWake Forest, NCPickup / on-farmUSDA Agritourism DirectoryWebsite listed
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Ken's Korny Corn MazeGarner, NCPickup / on-farmUSDA Agritourism DirectoryWebsite listed
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Cates Corner FarmHillsborough, NCPickup / on-farmSells agritourism, farm-store, flowers-plants, fruit, lmme-listed, mushrooms.Website listed
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Arise Coffee Cottage, LLCWendell, NCPickup / on-farmArise Coffee Cottage, LLC sells NC goods like local honey that they harvest, locally sourced Raleigh roasted Larry's coffee beans, pick your own blueberries and more!No website. Call or visit.
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Ball Berries & ProduceRaleigh, NCPickup / on-farmWe have you pick or we pick Chandler super sweet strawberries and all the yummy in season local grown produce you can eat!No website. Call or visit.
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Bountiful Blessings Farm LLCFranklinton, NCPickup / on-farmBountiful Blessings Farm LLC offers rustic charm at their cut flower and wool sheep farm nestled between two historic towns - Youngsville and Franklinton.No website. Call or visit.
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CluckinFunFarm LLCSelma, NCPickup / on-farmCluckinFunFarm LLC is a local boutique farm that aims to provide a unique experience by combining the benefits of farm animals and local flower gardens.No website. Call or visit.
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J&L ProducePrinceton, NCPickup / on-farmWe grow delicious strawberries and offer UPick. In our produce barn you'll find fresh and local produce, local beef, frozen and refrigerated items, honey, jams/jellies, dressing,.No website. Call or visit.
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Johnson Town Farm and MarketZebulon, NCPickup / on-farmWe are a fifth generation family farm located in Franklin County, NC. Our products include purple hull peas, butter beans, silver queen corn, green beans, and other seasonal.No website. Call or visit.
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Mountain Branch FarmGarner, NCPickup / on-farmChoose and Cut Christmas Tree Farm located in Johnston County, NC. We are located at 1660 Cornwallis Road, Garner, NC.No website. Call or visit.
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Parker Ag, Inc.Knightdale, NCPickup / on-farmWe are a multi-generational farm that specializes in supplying fresh produce to the tables of Eastern Wake County.No website. Call or visit.
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Po Hous FarmApex, NCPickup / on-farmPo Hous Farm is family owned and operated in Apex, NC. In the spring we offer prepicked and pick your own strawberries.No website. Call or visit.
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Pope StrawberriesKnightdale, NCPickup / on-farmPick-your-own and pre-picked strawberries are available in the spring, from the end of April through May at our 1305 Fayetteville Street Knightdale location.No website. Call or visit.
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Rabbit Ridge Nursery and Berry FarmCoats, NCPickup / on-farmA berry and small fruit operation offering over an acre of Pick Your Own: Thornless Blackberries, Raspberries (Red, Yellow and Black), Tay Berries, Logan Berries, Muscadine.No website. Call or visit.
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Stoney Acres FarmCary, NCPickup / on-farmStoney Acres Farm is a small farm located close to Downtown Cary. This quaint, 4.5 acres farm is a hidden gem.No website. Call or visit.
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William Lyon`s Blueberry And Pumpkin FarmCreedmoor, NCPickup / on-farmU-pick pumpkins, corn maze and hay rides October 1-31 Saturday-Sunday 10-6. Monday-Friday for field trips by appointment.No website. Call or visit.
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Wrenn's FarmZebulon, NCPickup / on-farmWrenn's Farm is a family owned operation that has grown produce in Zebulon, NC for over three generations.No website. Call or visit.
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Lyon Farms Wm Lyon's blueberry and pumpkin farmCreedmoor, NCPickup / on-farmSells pick-your-own, pickyourown-listed, u-pick.No website. Call or visit.
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Wm Lyon's blueberry and pumpkin farmCreedmoor, NCPickup / on-farmUSDA Agritourism DirectoryNo website. Call or visit.
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