Across California, of the 204 u-pick farms we list, 190 give a phone number, 38 publish opening hours and 178 have a website.
Top 10 u-pick farms in California
Ranked by how complete and owner-verified the listing info is — hours, phone, website, services. No pay-to-play. Full 2026 ranking
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1Jack Creek FarmsTempleton
Thu 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm
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2Corte Madera Town Center Farmers' MarketCorte Madera
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3Johnson U-Pick FarmGridley
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4Fort Cross Old Timey AdventuresSanta Ysabel
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5Contented Acres ProduceGustine
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6Hog and Dogs Ranch/produceHerald
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7Arnold Farmers MarketArnold
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8Oz FarmSan Francisco
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9Temecula Farmer's MarketTemecula
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10Julian Farm and OrchardSanta Ysabel
Sun 10am-4pm
Cities
Largest first. Towns with a single farm are listed further down this page.
- Brentwood23
- Gilroy10
- Sebastopol7
- Camino6
- Watsonville6
- Petaluma5
- Placerville5
- Stockton5
- Fairfield3
- Fresno3
- Modesto3
- Palmdale3
- Ramona3
- Temecula3
- Yucaipa3
- Anderson2
- Byron2
- Camarillo2
- Clovis2
- Dixon2
- Fallbrook2
- Forestville2
- Julian2
- Lodi2
- Moorpark2
- Morgan Hill2
- Ojai2
- Pescadero2
- San Luis Obispo2
- Santa Cruz2
- Santa Ysabel2
- Templeton2
- Turlock2
- Acton1
- Alpine1
- Aptos1
- Arnold1
- Arroyo Grande1
- Atascadero1
- Auburn1
- Beaumont1
- Ben Lomond1
- Buellton1
- Carlsbad1
- Coalinga1
- Corte Madera1
- Davenport1
- Davis1
- El Sobrante1
- Encinitas1
- Felton1
- Forest Ranch1
- Granite Bay1
- Grass Valley1
- Gridley1
- Gustine1
- Half Moon Bay1
- Hanford1
- Healdsburg1
- Herald1
- Irvine1
- La Honda1
- Lakeport1
- Lathrop1
- Lincoln1
- Linden1
- Livingston1
- Lompoc1
- Loomis1
- Los Angeles1
- Los Olivos1
- Menifee1
- Nevada City1
- Oakdale1
- Oakley1
- Paradise1
- Pauma Valley1
- Penn Valley1
- Penngrove1
- Pollock Pines1
- Portola Valley1
- Redlands1
- Sacramento1
- San Francisco1
- San Gregorio1
- San Juan Capistrano1
- San Martin1
- San Miguel1
- San Pedro1
- Santa Maria1
- Santa Paula1
- Santa Rosa1
- Santa Ynez1
- Shingle Springs1
- Sloughhouse1
- Somis1
- Sonora1
- Soquel1
- Tustin1
- Ventura1
- Wheatland1
- Wilton1
- Windsor1
- Winters1
California, by feature
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Other towns in California
One farm each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.
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Frazier's U Pick Pumpkin PatchApple Valley
19773 Bear Valley Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92308-5106
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Blue Heron FarmBishop
475 Sierra Grande St, Bishop, CA 93514-7011
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Harris U-Pick Berry Patch and Pumpkin FarmFort Jones
Fort Jones , 96032, United States, Fort Jones, CA 96032
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French Ranch FarmsGarberville
French Ranch Rd., Garberville, CA 95542
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Frost Shop MarketplaceMariposa
5087 State Highway 140, Mariposa, CA 95338-2434
Mon 10am-8pm, Wed 10am-8pm, Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm
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EarthSpoke FarmsMendocino
13501 Point Cabrillo Dr, Mendocino, CA 95460-9737
Dahlia U-Pick: Sat 10am-1pm (through Sept); Pumpkin patch: Wed-Sat 10am (Opens Oct 3)
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Wemple's Pumpkin PatchMilford
450-525 Wemple Ln, Milford, CA 96121-9766
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Knaus Apple RanchTehachapi
19042 Cherry Ln, Tehachapi, CA 93561-8663
Thu-Sun 9am-4pm
appleranch on september 20, 2025 at 12:40 pm said: ; appleranch on september 16, 2025 at 11:34 am said: ; apple picking in 2025 around september:) thank you !
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Big L RanchWoodlake
20899 Avenue 322, Woodlake, CA 93286-9413
blueberry hunting on june 6th 9am-2pm on rubber ducky d; blueberry picking april, may and june 2026
Guides for farm shoppers
All guides
BuyingA Guide to Shopping Local Farmers Markets, Farm Stands, and CSA Boxes
Learn how to locate genuine growers nearby, navigate open-air market stalls, and decide whether a roadside stand or farm subscription box fits your household pantry.
BuyingApple Orchard and Cider Mill Guide: U-Pick Apples, Cider, and Fall Treats
This guide covers everything you need to plan a trip to an apple orchard or cider mill, from picking techniques and apple varieties to fresh cider doughnuts and fruit storage.
BuyingFall Agritourism Guide: Corn Mazes, Pumpkin Patches, and Autumn Festivals
This guide details everything you need to navigate fall farm destinations, from GPS-cut corn labyrinths and heirloom pumpkin identification to scratch recipes for kettle corn and caramel apples.
Good to know about u-pick farms in California
When is strawberry season?
Strawberry season generally peaks from late spring to early summer depending on your regional climate. Across California, harvest timing varies slightly between northern and southern areas, with 204 active strawberry farms listed in our state directory.
When are peaches ripe?
Peaches typically ripen between mid-summer and early autumn depending on the specific cultivar and weather conditions. In California, local orchards usually harvest throughout the warmer months, with 204 fruit farms available for visits.
When to pick pumpkins?
Pumpkins should be picked in autumn before any heavy frost hits the region. Throughout California, growers open their patches as autumn approaches; discover 204 pumpkin farms listed in our state index.
When is a cantaloupe ready to pick?
A cantaloupe is ready to harvest when the background color shifts to golden-tan and the stem detaches cleanly from the vine under gentle pressure. Farmers across California usually harvest cantaloupes in late summer; explore 204 local fruit farms on our map.
How to pick garlic?
Harvest garlic when the lower leaves turn brown and dry while upper leaves remain green. Gently loosen the soil around the bulbs with a garden fork before pulling them out. If you are looking to purchase fresh farm garlic in California, check our directory of 204 local growers.