If you’re looking for an enjoyable outdoor activity, consider picking your own fresh, local produce at U-pick farms. It’s a great way to have fun while getting fresh fruits and vegetables at a reasonable price.
Various farms across the country offer pick-your-own opportunities for a wide range of produce, including strawberries, rhubarb, peas, blueberries, peaches, and apples. From garlic scapes to asparagus spears, these farms provide a unique experience for visitors of all ages, with additional attractions like corn mazes, playgrounds, and petting zoos.
To ensure you catch the right harvest times, check the local farm’s harvest calendar and verify availability through their social media accounts or by giving them a call before your visit. Here are 15 Canadian U-pick farms worth exploring this year.
Maan Farms
Abbotsford, B.C.
Maan Farms in Abbotsford, B.C., offers raspberry, blueberry, and strawberry picking at a convenient standing height. The farm also produces wine from its on-site berries and features the Barnyard Adventureland with farm animals and a zipline for kids.
Taves Family Farms
Abbotsford, B.C.
At Taves Family Farms in Abbotsford, B.C., visitors can pick strawberries, apples, goji berries, pears, plums, and pumpkins. The farm also offers attractions such as a petting barn, sunflower garden, pumpkin patch, and hay rides.
Twin Oaks Organic Orchard
Kelowna, B.C.
Twin Oaks Organic Orchard in Kelowna, B.C., provides a picturesque setting for picking apples, cherries, apricots, peaches, and various pear varieties. Visitors can also purchase honey, eggs, and fresh hazelnuts from the on-site shop.
The Saskatoon Farm
Foothills County, Alta.
Located just a short drive from Calgary, The Saskatoon Farm offers a diverse range of products, including saskatoon berries, sour cherries, apples, and blackcurrants, as well as various amenities like a farmers’ market, garden center, and bakery.
Eagle Creek Farms
Red Deer County, Alta.
Eagle Creek Farms in Red Deer County, Alta., features U-pick gardens for potatoes, carrots, peas, beans, onions, and zucchini, along with the opportunity to cut fresh flowers like gladioli, sunflowers, and zinnias. The farm also boasts a sunflower maze opening in mid-August.