Across Maryland, of the 73 u-pick farms we list, 69 give a phone number, 20 publish opening hours and 66 have a website.
Top 10 u-pick farms in Maryland
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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1Bupperts and Doran's Chance Farm and CSAMarriottsville
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2Bluestem Farms LlcChestertown
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3Butler's OrchardGermantown
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4Doyles Christmas FarmWhite Hall
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5Baugher's Fruit MarketWestminster
Fruit Market (289 W. Main St) 8am-8pm, Orchard Market (1015 Baugher Road) 9am-6pm (closes for the winter after Thanksgiving until April)
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6Mayne's FarmBuckeystown
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7Catoctin Mountain OrchardThurmont
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8Baugher's Farm Orchard MarketWestminster
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9Query Mill Hl FarmGaithersburg
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10Swann FarmsOwings
Mon-Sun 9am-2pm
Cities
Largest first. Towns with a single farm are listed further down this page.
- Woodbine4
- Germantown3
- Thurmont3
- Westminster3
- Churchville2
- Clinton2
- Elkton2
- Frederick2
- Leonardtown2
- Lothian2
- Middletown2
- White Hall2
- Accident1
- Ashton1
- Baldwin1
- Berlin1
- Buckeystown1
- Cambridge1
- Chaptico1
- Chestertown1
- Conowingo1
- Davidsonville1
- Dickerson1
- Easton1
- Fairplay1
- Federalsburg1
- Finksburg1
- Friendsville1
- Gaithersburg1
- Glen Arm1
- Glenelg1
- Greenbelt1
- Hagerstown1
- Havre de Grace1
- Hurlock1
- Keymar1
- Knoxville1
- Laurel1
- Marriottsville1
- Mt Airy1
- Nanjemoy1
- Oakland1
- Owings1
- Poolesville1
- Port Deposit1
- Salisbury1
- Silver Spring1
- Smithsburg1
- Snow Hill1
- Stevensville1
- Sudlersville1
- Sykesville1
- Union Bridge1
- Waldorf1
- Walkersville1
- Westover1
Maryland, by feature
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Guides for farm shoppers
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BuyingA Guide to Shopping Local Farmers Markets, Farm Stands, and CSA Boxes
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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 Maryland
When is strawberry season?
Strawberry season generally peaks from late spring to early summer depending on your regional climate. Across Maryland, harvest timing varies slightly between northern and southern areas, with 73 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 Maryland, local orchards usually harvest throughout the warmer months, with 73 fruit farms available for visits.
When to pick pumpkins?
Pumpkins should be picked in autumn before any heavy frost hits the region. Throughout Maryland, growers open their patches as autumn approaches; discover 73 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 Maryland usually harvest cantaloupes in late summer; explore 73 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 Maryland, check our directory of 73 local growers.