Across New Jersey, of the 112 u-pick farms we list, 104 give a phone number, 23 publish opening hours and 107 have a website.
Top 10 u-pick farms in New Jersey
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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1Alstede Fresh at ChesterChester
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2Johnson's Corner FarmMedford
Mon-Fri, Sun 8am-7pm
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3Alstede FarmsChester
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4Alstede FarmsChester
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5Alstede Fresh at Lindeken FarmsWharton
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6Stony Hill Farm MarketChester
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7Alstede Fresh at BridgewaterBridgewater
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8The New Jersey Sunflower TrailWashington
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9Andersen FarmsSparta
Mon 9am-7pm, Tue 9am-7pm, Wed 9am-7pm, Thu 9am-7pm
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10Melick's Town FarmTewksbury Twp
Mon-Sun 9am-6pm
Cities
Largest first. Towns with a single farm are listed further down this page.
- Chester6
- Hammonton6
- Chesterfield3
- Manalapan Twp3
- Mullica Hill3
- Andover Twp2
- Belvidere2
- Branchville2
- Cream Ridge2
- Flemington2
- Freehold2
- Medford2
- Milford2
- Mt Laurel2
- New Egypt2
- Newton2
- Phillipsburg2
- Skillman2
- Southampton Twp2
- Trenton2
- Bernards Twp1
- Blairstown1
- Bordentown1
- Bridgewater1
- Califon1
- Cape May1
- Cinnaminson Twp1
- Colts Neck1
- Cranbury1
- Delaware Twp1
- Delran Twp1
- East Brunswick1
- East Windsor Twp1
- Egg Harbor City1
- Fair Lawn1
- Frankford Twp1
- Fredon Twp1
- Glassboro1
- Hackettstown1
- Hillsborough1
- Hillsdale1
- Holland Twp1
- Hope1
- Imlaystown1
- Lambertville1
- Lanoka Harbor1
- Long Valley1
- Lumberton1
- Mahwah1
- Manasquan1
- Manchester Twp1
- Mickleton1
- Millstone Twp1
- Monroe Township1
- Morganville1
- Mt Holly1
- Mt Olive Twp1
- North Hanover Twp1
- Old Bridge1
- Oldwick1
- Pemberton1
- Pemberton Twp1
- Pennington1
- Randolph1
- Robbinsville1
- Salem1
- Shamong Twp1
- Somerset1
- South Brunswick Twp1
- Sparta1
- Sussex1
- Swedesboro1
- Tewksbury Twp1
- Toms River1
- Upper Twp1
- Washington1
- Wayne1
- West Windsor Twp1
- Wharton1
- Williamstown1
- Wyckoff1
New Jersey, by feature
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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 New Jersey
When is strawberry season?
Strawberry season generally peaks from late spring to early summer depending on your regional climate. Across New Jersey, harvest timing varies slightly between northern and southern areas, with 112 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 New Jersey, local orchards usually harvest throughout the warmer months, with 112 fruit farms available for visits.
When to pick pumpkins?
Pumpkins should be picked in autumn before any heavy frost hits the region. Throughout New Jersey, growers open their patches as autumn approaches; discover 112 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 New Jersey usually harvest cantaloupes in late summer; explore 112 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 New Jersey, check our directory of 112 local growers.