u-PICK FRUIT FARMS
Stay + Play Local, along with local businesses and organizations, will do our best to keep you updated with the most accurate information throughout the season. Please call ahead or follow the links provided below to avoid any inconvenience.
stade's farm & Market
3709 Miller Road, McHenry, IL
HOURS: 9:00am - 6:00pm DAILY
DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: Nearly 20 acres of prime strawberries for your enjoyment! Picking your own strawberries at Stade’s Farm & Market is a great way to spend a summer day with your family and friends.
Strawberries | Beginning mid-June
Raspberries | Summer + Fall (summer crop begins in early July and the fall crop begins in mid-August and continues to produce until early to mid-October)
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
mcHenry, IL
heider's berry farm
1106 N. Queen Anne Rd., Woodstock, IL
HOURS: 8:00am - 5:00pm DAILY, while supply allows
DISTANCE: 1 hour from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: Our land has been farmed by Heiders for five generations, starting as a typical Midwestern farm with dairy, hogs, sheep, chickens, corn, oats and hay. From 1972 to 1986, we operated the largest berry farm in Illinois. After 25 years of landscaping, we're back as Heider's Berry Farm, on a smaller scale, to provide quality fruit and friendly service. We invite you to spend time on our farm in Woodstock, IL. Wander into our fields to enjoy a true farm experience, all natural with no admission or parking fee. Check our Facebook page for availability updates!
Strawberries | Beginning mid-June
Raspberries | Early July
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
woodstock, IL
Tom's Farm Market
10214 W. Algonquin Road, Huntley, IL
HOURS: Monday - Saturday: 8:00am - 6:00pm | Sunday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
DISTANCE: 45 minutes from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: Nothing compares to Midwest grown strawberries! Their signature bright red color, petite size & big sweet taste sets them apart. Harvest happens only once a year in June! Don’t miss it! Check back for updates on opening dates. Strawberry pies are made fresh in our Bakery with our own berries when in season. We also have Strawberry Donuts, Shakes, Cakes & Smoothies.
Strawberries | Beginning June
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
huntlEy, IL
olive berry acres
2575 West Mine Road, Mazon, IL
HOURS: Opens Wednesday, June 2, 2021. Hours are generally Wednesday - Friday, 9:00a - 2:00p | Saturday - Sunday 9:00a - 4:00p, but check Facebook page for updates on hours and availability before you go!
DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: Olive Berry Acres was established in May 2005 by berry enthusiasts Nik and Michelle Weber. We are pleased to offer strawberries, raspberries, asparagus and rhubarb. Fields may close to allow berries to ripen. Please check our Facebook page (linked below) for most up to date hours and offerings, or call before heading out.
Strawberries | Beginning June
Raspberries | Early July
Asparagus | Check FB Page for availability and season
Rhubarb | Check FB Page for availability and season
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
mazon, IL
johnson's farm produce
8960 East Ridge Road, Hobart, IN | (219) 962-1383
HOURS: U-Pick opens June 12th! Monday-Saturday, 8:00am-7:00pm | Sundays, 8:00am-6:00pm
DISTANCE: 1 hour 30 minutes from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: For nearly three-quarters of a century, our family has grown fresh vegetables, strawberries, plants and flowers with tender loving care. We love knowing that what we grow isn’t shipped across the country, but bought and enjoyed by our own neighbors and friends. Stop by and see the family! Always call ahead to confirm hours and availability.
Strawberries | Early Summer
Watermelon
Raspberries
Blueberries
Blackberries
Several other vegetables
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
hobart, IN
garwood orchards
5911 W 50 South, LaPorte, IN | (219) 362-4385
HOURS: 8:30am - 6:00pm DAILY
DISTANCE: 2 hours from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: The Garwood family has been farming the same land for over 180 years. For 6 generations, we've maintained a focus on farming, family, and community.Come visit! We know you'll want to make our family farm your family tradition. Call for info on what's available:
Strawberries | Early June - Mid July
Raspberries | Late June - Mid October
Cherries | Late June - Late July
Blueberries | July
Blackberries | Late July - Mid October
Cabbages | Late July - Mid October
...Several other vegetables in the Fall
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
LaPorte, IN
stateline blueberries
9957 North Frontage Road, Michigan City, IN | (219) 874-7721
HOURS: U-Pick season TBA | Monday-Friday, 7:00am- 6:00pm | Saturday & Sunday, 7:00am - 6:00pm
DISTANCE: 2 hours from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: Our varieties of blueberries ripen at different times throughout the season! Check webpage for updates or call before you visit the farm.
Blueberries
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
michigan city, IN
thompson strawberry farm
14000 75th St., Bristol, WI | (262) 857-2353
HOURS: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm | Saturday - Sunday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
DISTANCE: 1 hour 30 minutes from Tri-Cities
FEATURES: Our new strawberry farm is located only 1 mile west of our home farm. We will only have one location open per day. We will have signs up indicating which field will be open.
Strawberries | Mid June - Early July
Raspberries | September - October
Sunflowers | July - October
*Always confirm availability before traveling to the farm.
bristol, WI
