Few things are as synonymous with summer as picking berries and other delicious fruits. As we prepare for the summer season, Westchester and surrounding counties will be full of places to find the freshest produce. So, whether you add them to your breakfast or use them to make a refreshing smoothie, here are some of the best places to pick your own berries in and around Westchester County.
Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard
North Salem
Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard is a family-owned farm right here in Westchester County. Apples are the main crop, but, beginning in June, visitors will have the opportunity to pick strawberries as well. Blueberry picking begins in July. Tickets are made available based on crop conditions, so it’s important to check frequently. Admission is $15 per person and quart. Children five and under pick for free. In addition to the pick-your-own experience, check out the kitchen, which makes a menu full of dishes sourced from the farm. Plus, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program members pick for free. CSA 2025 applications are now open, and the farm is accepting new members. Sign up here.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm
Yorktown Heights
This farm has been around since the 1780s and offers educational programs and hiking trails. Hilltop also has a Farm Stand that is open from Thursday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be open until Thanksgiving. The farm offers a 50% discount on produce and 30% discount on sourced goods for customers paying with SNAP, FreshConnect, WIC, and FMNP. Hilltop’s dedicated team is committed to growing high quality produce. For specific inquiries about the Farm Stand, call 914.862.5034 during their hours of operation.
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Jones Family Farms
Shelton, CT
Across the state line into Connecticut, you will find Jones Family Farm. Make the trip to pick your own strawberries on the farm that’s over 160 years old. Strawberries are the first fruit of the summer and will last just about four weeks, so get on the move for the freshest batch. The farm also harvests blueberries. A blueberry picking pro tip is to select blueberries that are blue all around. Additionally, roll the berry off the stem and into your palm to keep it in good condition.
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Silverman’s Farm
Easton, CT
Silverman’s Farm is a great spot to pick many different fruits this summer. Raspberries and peaches are ready for picking in mid-July. The 25 varieties of apples usually begin harvesting in mid-August all the way through early November. In addition to the various berries, Silverman’s operates an animal farm where kids and adults can pet and feed buffalo, llamas, and alpacas, to name a few.
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Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm
Yorktown Heights
Wilkens Fruit & Fir, celebrating its 109th year of harvest, is another great option for pick-your-own produce up in northern Westchester. Open from August through mid-December, it’s an ideal spot to pick apples, peaches, and pumpkins as well. As the seasons shift toward the holidays, you can also choose and cut your own Christmas tree. Be sure not to miss out on the winery, three markets, and bakery, the latter which is home to famous apple cider donuts. For exact harvest dates, email wilkensfruitfarm@gmail.com or call 914.245.4099 as they vary every year.
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Outhouse Orchards
North Salem
Outhouse Orchards is one to save on your list for September until October, when you’ll be able to pick apples, pears, peaches, and even flowers at your own pace. Come fall time, there will be corn mazes, hayrides, and pumpkin picking to enjoy. You can also pre-pay for a small bag of fruit for $30, or $45 for a large bag. Plus, enjoy the stunning orchard views during your stay. View the detailed ripening schedule here.
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