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Strawberry U-Pick Orchards in Coastal areas of Washington in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for strawberries that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have strawberries orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

Clallam County

  • Cameron Berry Farm - strawberries,
    Corner Of Wheeler And Woodcock Roads, Sequim, WA 98382. Phone: 360-683-5483. Email: cedbrook@olypen.com. Open: June and July on Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm and Mondays thru Saturdays from 8 am to 4 pm; Call for current information or prices on fresh u - pick, pre - picked or frozen. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . Click here for a news story and photos. A visitor writes on June 18, 2013: "Loved it! Friendly people and delicious fresh berries. . $1.75 u-pick. $2.25 pre-picked.," Cedarbrook Lavender and Herb Farm - Uses natural growing practices, flowers, herbs or spices, lavender, Honey from hives on the farm, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, weddings and wedding parties, events at your location (call for info)1345 S Sequim Avenue, Sequim, WA 98382. Phone: 360-683-7733. Alternate Phone: 800-470-8423. . Fall Farm Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm; Thursday to Saturday 10 am to 8 pm; See our website for current events and hours; Fall Cafe Hours: Thursday to Saturday 10 am to 8 pm. A variety of u-pick herbs are available year round; Lavender Festival the third weekend in July; U-pick lavender mid-June through end of August; U-pick garden flowers from spring until the first frost. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover. Visit historic Cedarbrook Lavender and Herb Farm, stroll our lovely gardens, pick fresh herbs and lavender, dine in the Herb Garden Cafe, shop in the farm gift shop, stay for the day or overnight in one of the farms fully furnished vacation rentals. Open year round. Established 1967. Dungeness Meadow Farm - CERTIFIED ORGANIC blueberries, and prepicked produce135 Meadowmeer Lane, Sequim, WA 98382. Phone: 360-582-1128. office@dungenessmeadowfarm.com. U-pick somewhere between mid- to late July; We update our phone message each morning at 7:00. We are not open every day, as our customers prefer that we open when more fruit is available. I Take Old Olympic Highway near Sequim to McComb Road, just east of the river. Follow McComb Road through the intersection, onto the gravel lane. We will see you in the berry field! Crops are usually available in July, August. f your schedule or time in our area prevents your coming during normal hours, leave a message and we will do our best to accommodate you. Prepicked berries are best obtained through telephone ordering, as we generally have a backlog of orders and cannot guarantee prepicked berries on a drop-in basis. Dungeness Meadow Farm facebook page. We are certified organic for all crops! Payment: Cash, Check. Graysmarsh Farm, Inc.Raspberries, Lavender, Loganberries, Blackberries, Blueberries6187 Woodcock Road, Sequim, WA 98382. Phone: (360) 683-5563. grysmrsh@olypen.com. Strawberries are ripe beginning early June, Raspberries ripen starting about the 4th of July through early August. U-Pick Lavender July through August. Loganberries are ripe in early July through early August. Blueberries are available from early July through mid-September. Our thornless Blackberries are ripe in early August through most of September. Graymarsh farm Facebook page. This is a U-pick berry and lavender farm growing lavender and a wide array of berries on a 1000 acre farm. Hydrangea Rangers - Uses natural growing practices, apples, grapes, U-pick and already picked394 Roupe Road, Sequim, WA 98382. Phone: 360-681-7632. marzec@olypen.com. Since we are a mom and pop operation we are open by appointment only call or e - mail us as we are in and out all the time; We will always make time for you and try to work with you on a timing issue. Traveling on Highway 101,turn south on Hooker Road Go 1/4 of a mile up the hill, turn left on to Roupe Road, the only way it goes, go in about 300 yards, road turns to gravel and curves to right sign says "End of County Road" we are 2nd driveway on the right 394 number on mailbox sign hydrangea rangers low on pole, go slow watch for animals.3 miles west of Sequim 10 miles east of Port Angeles. The ONLY pyo crops offered are: apples. Main product hydrangea flowers, all colors for all occasions available from mid June-first frost weather conditions permitting call/e-mail for availability; Why pay high prices come pick your own for $2 per stem; Over 30 varieties of hydrangea plants for sale; Orchard and vineyard products on site as well. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check. Our vineyard is now 5 years old and hopefully this fall we will be selling U-Pick grapes. All grapes are grown without pesticides or herbicides. ALso Cherries, Pears, Apples, Plums, Walnuts and Filberts. We are a small flower farm on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State. From Seattle, we are a ferry ride and an hour drive away. We have over 35 varieties of hydrangea plants. We feature a demonstration garden and sell hydrangea plants and fresh hydrangea flowers for weddings and occasions as well as dried hydrangea flowers. We are open to the public by appointment only. Jan's Country Garden - Uses natural growing practices, beans, broccoli, cucumbers, flowers, summer squash, winter squash, other vegetables, weddings and wedding parties344 O'Brien Road, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Phone: 360-452-8287. janscountrygarden@yahoo.com. Be sure to call; their website now (May 2018) ONLY talks about dahlias; by appointment for selecting dahlia tubers. See our website for photos and listing of prices. Please call for hours. When driving East or West on Highway 101, turn South onto O'Brien Road (The Washington State Patrol Office is located at that intersection) and drive 1/3 mile to 344 O'Brien Road. The farm is located on the right side of the road. Dahlias are our main crop. Crops are usually available in July, August, September, October. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Check. A flower stand is open during the Summer months when the garden is in full-bloom! Cutters and jars of water are provided. Arrangements can be made for special events such as weddings, church, funerals, etc. by calling and making arrangements. Flower Bouquets are $6.00, Dahlia tubers (500+ varieties) sell beginning at $3.00 and up during August, September and October (until first frost).

Grays Harbor County

  • Juels Unique Nursery - apples, beans, beets, blueberries, broccoli, carrots, corn (sweet), cucumbers, flowers, grapes, loganberries, marionberries, melons, nectarines, onions, other berries, pears, peas, peaches, peppers, plums, pumpkins, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tayberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, watermelons, U-pick and already picked, picnic area you may bring your own food
    350 E Satsop Road, Elma, WA 98541. Phone: 360-482-2441. Email: Juels101@comcast.net. Open: Monday to Sunday 7 days a week 9 am to 6 February 1st - September 30th Open by appointment October 1st - January 31st. Directions: For a map to our farm, . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard.
    Juels Unique Nursery Facebook page. . . Monday to Sunday (7 days a week) 9 am to 6 (February 1st - September 30th) Open by appointment October 1st - January 31st. (ADDED: August 19, 2016) Lily Lane - flowers6 John Wayne Lane, Aberdeen, WA. Phone: (360) 648-0044. lilylane@comcast.net. Thousands of day lilies, Oriental & Asiatic lilies in a wide range of colors & varieties. Potted plants, bouquets, U-pick flower garden, retail garden/gift shop. Lily bulbs available in the fall. Memorial Day through October, Thursday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. 9 miles west of Grays Harbor College on Hwy. 105. Look for sign on right just past S. Arbor Rd. Shaffner Farms - blueberries, raspberries158 Geissler Road,. Montesano, WA. Phone: (360) 249-6722. info@shaffnerfarm.com. Farm-fresh vegetables (A-Z), flowers, blueberries & raspberries (we/U pick). Preserves, butters, canned vegetables & dressings. Eastern WA produce when in season. Japanese maples, hanging baskets, bamboo & more. Pumpkin patch with hayrides & mazes opens October 1st. Summer hours: Tues.-Sat. 9 am-6 pm; Sun. 11 am-4 pm. from Aberdeen eastbound Hwy. 12, left on West Wynoochee Rd. Go 2.5 mi., turn right on Geissler; go 1/2 mile. Farm is on the left.

 

Strawberry Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

strawberry pick-your-own field

In the U.S. strawberries typically peak during April in Florida and Texas, May in the deep South, and in early June in middle sections and later June in the far North and Canada. Keep in mind that crops are ready at various times of the month depending on which part of the state you are located. In order to produce good local strawberries, producers depend on ideal spring weather conditions. 

Before you leave to go to the farm:

  1. Always call before you go to the farm - strawberries are affected by weather (both rain and cooler temperature) more than most crops. And when they are in season, a large turnout can pick a field clean before noon, so CALL first!
  2. Leave early.  On weekends, then fields may be picked clean by NOON!
     
  3. strawberry picking bucket from Washington FarmsMost growers furnish picking containers designed for strawberries, but they may charge you for them; be sure to call before you go to see if you need to bring containers.


    strawberries, just picked from the fieldIf you use your own containers, remember that heaping strawberries more than 5 inches deep will bruise the lower berries. Plastic dishpans, metal oven pans with 3 inch tall sides and large pots make good containers. I like the Glad storage containers like the one at right.
  4. Bring something to drink and a few snacks; you'd be surprised how you can work up a thirst and appetite! And don't forget hats and sunscreen for the sun. Bugs usually aren't a problem, but some deet might be good to bring along if it has been rainy.Sttawberry bush with ripe strawberries, up close

Tips on How to Pick Strawberries

  1. Grasp the stem just above the berry between the forefinger and the thumbnail and pull with a slight twisting motion.

  2. With the stem broken about one-half inch from the berry, allow it to roll into the palm of your hand.how to pick strawberries

  3. Repeat these operations using both hands until each holds 3 or 4 berries. 

  4. Carefully place - don't throw - the fruit into your containers. Repeat the picking process with both hands.

  5. Don't overfill your containers or try to pack the berries down.

General Picking Tips

close-up of the rows in a strawberry patch at at PYO strawberry fieldWhether you pick strawberries from your garden or at a Pick-Your-Own farm, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

  1. Be careful that your feet and knees do not damage plants or fruit in or along the edge of the row.
  2. Pick only the berries that are fully red. Part the leaves with your hands to look for hidden berries ready for harvest.
  3. To help the farmers, also remove from the plants berries showing rot, sunburn, insect injury or other defects and place them between the rows behind you. If they are left in the plants, the rot will quickly spread to other berries.
  4. Berries to be used immediately may be picked any time, but if you plan to hold the fruit for a few days, try to pick in the early morning or on cool, cloudy days. Berries picked during the heat of the day become soft, are easily bruised and will not keep well.
  5. Avoid placing the picked berries in the sunshine any longer than necessary. It is better to put them in the shade of a tree or shed than in the car trunk or on the car seat. Cool them as soon as possible after picking. Strawberries may be kept fresh in the refrigerator for two or three, depending upon the initial quality of the berry. After a few days in storage, however, the fruit loses its bright color and fresh flavor and tends to shrivel.
  6. For interesting and fun strawberry facts and trivia from the California Strawberry Commission, click here!

When you get home

  1. DON'T wash the berries until you are ready to use them.  Washing makes them more prone to spoiling.
  2. Pour them out into shallow pans and remove any mushed, soft or rotting berries
  3. Put a couple of days supply into the fridge, wash and cut the caps (green tops) off the others and freeze them up! (Unless you're going to make jam right away) See this page about how to freeze strawberries.
  4. If you like the strawberries you picked, ask the farm what variety they planted, and not the weather conditions the week or two before. The flavor of a strawberry is affected by the variety, the weather and the degree of ripeness when picked.
  5. Now, get ready to make strawberry jam. It is VERY easy - especially with our free strawberry jam instructions - they're illustrated and easy.

Strawberry Recipes, Canning and Freezing Strawberries

Strawberry Facts, Measurements and Tips

  • Picking the best strawberries: Select firm, fully red berries. Strawberries DO NOT continue ripen after they are picked! In the photo, only the berry onstrawberries shown in different stages of ripeness the far right is completely ripe.
  • Strawberry festivals: Most areas that grow strawberries have a strawberry festival, at which you can taste all kinds of fresh strawberry foods, pies, jams, cakes - and most commonly, fresh strawberry shortcake.  To find out where and when there is one near you, see this page for a list of strawberry festivals, sorted by state!
  • Strawberries measurements: government agriculture websites tell us that
    1 quart = 2 pints = 4 cups and is about the same as 1 liter and
    1 quart of fresh strawberries weighs 1 lbs to 1.25 lbs (or 450 to 600 g). Of course, the weight varies on variety and weather conditions. 
    1 quart is normally enough for 4 servings, although I'll admit my son can eat 1 pint by himself!
  • How much to pick? In general, 1 quart of fresh, whole, just-picked strawberries = approximately 3.5 cups hulled, whole berries. In other words, removing the caps/hulls and the occasional mushy berry means you lose 1/4 cup to 1/2 (it depends how much fruit you remove with the hull) or about 7 to 12% of every quart you pick.
  • One cup of strawberries contains only about 50 calories
  • U-pick strawberries are much healthier than store-bought.  Consumer reports says store bought strawberries have so many pesticide and fungicide residues on they, that they don't recommend you eat them at all!
  • U-pick strawberry farms typically sell berries by the pound. 1 lbs of fresh strawberries is about 2/3 of a quart.
  • It takes about  10 to 15 minutes to pick a quart, if the berries are reasonably plentiful
  • The strawberry plant adapts to wide variety of soil conditions, but does not tolerate drought well, and the berries quickly rot if the weather is rainy. For this reason, the plants are usually grown on raised beds through plastic mulch!
  • Cultivation of strawberries began in Europe in the 1300's, but the berry only became very popular in the early 1900's in California.
  • Do the math and be careful not to over-purchase as strawberries quickly mold when left at room temperature, and only last a couple of days in the refrigerator.
  • You can easily freeze berries that you cannot use right away - just wash, cut the hulls off and pop them into a ziplock bag, removing as much air as possible.  Those vacuum food sealers REALLY do a good job of this! The berries will keep for many months frozen without air.crowded parking at a Strawberry u-pick field
  • Want to grow your own strawberries?  Here's an article about how to: Strawberries are an Excellent Fruit for the Home Garden, HYG-1424-98!
  • See this page for many more fun and interesting strawberry facts, nutritional information and trivia

Other weird strawberry facts

  • Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside.
  • Strawberries were originally called strewberries because the fruit was 'strewn' amongst the leaves of the plant.
  • California is king of strawberry productions because: California produces 75 percent of the nation's strawberry crops; one billion pounds of strawberries each year.  If all the strawberries produced in California in one year were laid berry to berry, they would go around the world 15 times. Each acre of land in California in strawberry production produces an average of 21 tons of strawberries annually, with a total of 23,000 acres of strawberries planted in California each year.

More conversions

1 pint (2 cups)  of fresh whole strawberries

  • = about 8 oz (1/2 lb) of strawberries
  • = 2.25 cups of sliced strawberries
  • = 1 cup pureed strawberries
  • = 12-14 large strawberries

2 quarts of fresh strawberries are needed for a 9" pie

A 10 oz package of frozen berries is about the same as 1 cup of sliced fresh strawberries

References:

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