Visiting a u-pick berry farm is quintessentially summer, and thank goodness for so many berry-picking options around Puget Sound. Typically, the strawberry season starts in early June, followed by blueberries, raspberries, tayberries, and blackberries in July and August. Blackberries don’t grow at a particular farm, but many find these yummy gems on neighborhood sidewalks or side streets (here are some tips on what to do with them once you’ve picked them).
Many of our region’s u-pick farms offer more than berries, including other crops, play areas, and farm animals! Look for festivals to celebrate the summer harvest season, like Vashon’s Strawberry Festival, happening in July. Enjoy jams, pies, lemonade, and strawberry shortcake. Don’t miss the parade, dancing, artists, and vendor booths, too.
[ More berries: Things to know and farms that host raspberry u-picks, and blueberry u-picks]
Here are a few tips to make the most of your berry-picking outing:
- Always check farm websites (or better yet, Facebook pages) on the day you plan to go to make sure they’re open. Some farms are open daily; others only on select days and times. Farms can be weather-dependent and will often close early if picked over.
- The early bird gets the … berry. Mornings are your best bet as fields can get picked over by lunchtime.
- U-pick fields mean lots of direct sun, so bring your sunscreen, hats and plenty of water.
- While most farms accept cards, do bring along cash or checks just in case.
- Many farms provide containers free of charge, but consider packing along a few extra pails of your own.
- If your berry picking doesn’t go as planned (we’ve all been there), no worries! Most farms sell boxes of fresh-picked berries (along with other must-try goodies).
Into the basket orrrr the mouth? (Photo by Molly White)
Snohomish and Skagit County
Blueberry Blossom Farm, Snohomish
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 8628 Fobes Rd., Snohomish
Visit this family owned, u-pick blueberry farm just outside of the city of Snohomish, WA with just over 2 acres. Their berries consist of four different varieties (in ripening order): Dukes, Spartans, Sierras, Bluecrop. Check facebook for updates closer to date range listed above.
Mountainview Blueberry Farm, Snohomish
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 7617 E Lowell-Larimer Rd., Snohomish
Visit 9 acres of blueberries at this blueberry U-pick farm located in Snohomish. The farm several varieties of blueberries including Earliblue, Concord, Duke, Stanley, Rancoccas, Collins, Blue Ray, and Bluecrop. Check Facebook for updates closer to date range listed above.
Bow Hill Blueberries, Bow
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 15628 Bow Hill Rd., Bow
Carpenter Creek Farm, Mount Vernon
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 20177 East Stackpole Road, Mount Vernon
This is a small blueberry farm located just south of Mount Vernon in Washington’s Skagit Valley. During the summer harvest season they are open with u-pick and pre-picked berries. Check facebook for updates closer to date range noted above.
Bolles Organic Berry Farm, Monroe
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: June 4, 2025
- 17930 Tualco Loop Road, Monroe
Bolles may not be as large as some of the other u-pick strawberry farms on this list, but as we know, good things often come in small packages. The farm is Washington state certified-organic, and offers varieties of strawberries. Pick up some organic honey on your way out. Dogs are welcome. Check the Facebook page for daily updates on what’s available.
Terra Valley Farms, Monroe
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: Thursday, June 5, 2025 (see details here)
- Raspberry U-Pick Opening Day: July/August 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- Blueberry U-Pick Opening Day: July/August 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 19501 Tualco Rd, Monroe, WA 98272
The farms u-pick season starts in June with strawberries, followed by blueberries and raspberries later in the summer (around July/August). They also have Mulberries in July and August. Check their Facebook and website closer to the above ranges to see specific dates.
Swan’s Trail Farm, Snohomish
- U-Pick Strawberries Opening Day: May 30
- Baby Animals & Berries Festival: $14+, and tax. 12 months and under FREE | Tickets
- 7301 Rivershore Road, Snohomish
Swan’s Trail Farm offers u-pick strawberries that will be perfect for your summer snacks, desserts and jams. Don’t miss their Baby Animals and Berries Festival (June 14-29, 2025) where families can interact with various animals including baby goats, lambs, calves and more, and enjoy over 30+ barnyard games and activities during the event. The farm is offering a Strawberry Learning Adventure field trip to explore the working farm and engage in early summer activities on select dates in June, learn more here.
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Bailey Family Farm, Snohomish
- U-Pick Strawberries Opening Day: Monday, June 2, 2025
- 12968 Springhetti Road, Snohomish
Bailey’s is a fifth-generation family farm in the Snohomish Valley, offering acres of veggies, fruit, pumpkins and more. U-pick strawberries begin June 2, and raspberries around July.
Berry picking. (Image: Allison Holm)
Biringer Farm, Arlington
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: Early to mid June 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- Raspberry U-Pick Opening Day: Around Late June/July (Exact day has not been announced)
- Blackberry u-pick: August
- 21412 59th Ave. NE, Arlington
Biringer Farm has been delighting families since 1938. Kids can get their post-picking wiggles out on the little playground, or take a spin on the Jolly Trolley. Blackberry u-pick available in August. Strawberries, raspberries, and tayberries, are available for u-pick in June and July. Check their Facebook closer to the above ranges to see specific dates.
Valentina Farm (Formerly Bryant Blueberry Farm), Arlington
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 5628 Grandview Rd., Arlington
This is a family-owned, child, adult and family-friendly farm in Arlington, about 45 minutes from Seattle. They offer a u-pick and we-pick berry farm. Kids will have fun picking berries and playing on their playground, as well as barn animals. Check facebook for updates closer to date range noted above.
Raspberry haul (Image: Allison Holm)
Schuh Farms, Mount Vernon
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: Early to mid June 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- Blueberry U-Pick Opening Day: Around July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 15565 WA-536, Mount Vernon
This Skagit Valley family farm has been serving fresh-baked pies, berry milkshakes, canned goods, and local produce (including berries!) for years. The farm is represented at many Seattle-area farmers markets, and you can gather berries straight from the vine at the farm’s U-picks for strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. Strawberry U-pick is typically available early to mid June. Check their Facebook closer to the above ranges to see specific dates.
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The Rodale Institute Pacific Northwest Organic Center at Cascadia Farm
- Opening Day for Raspberry U-Pick: Around July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- Blueberries U-Pick: July to August
- 55749 State Route 20, in Rockport
The Pacific Northwest Organic Center at Cascadian Farm is located in eastern Skagit Valley. The farm offers raspberries and blueberries for U-Pick summer 2025. Blueberries typically open from July to August.
Eastside
Blueberry Glen, Duvall
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 14355 Kelly Road NE, Duvall
This blueberry u-pick farm is located in Duvall, an 11 acre family farm. It has u-pick flower garden, as well as other local goods, drinks and snacks you can purchase during your visit. Don’t miss out on their special date night events for couples to enjoy an evening picnic on the farm. Check their facebook for updates closer to date range noted above.
Larsen Lake Blueberry Farm, Bellevue
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 700 148th Ave SE, Bellevue
Located in the Lake Hills Greenbelt area, Larsen Lake is operated by the Bellevue Parks and Community Services Department. Products include cut flowers, a variety of fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, u-pick and frozen blueberries.
Mercer Slough Blueberry Farm, Bellevue
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 2220 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue
Products include cut flowers, a variety of fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, U-pick and frozen blueberries. U-pick blueberries typically opens around mid July. Stay updated and check website closer to date range listed above.
Remlinger Farms, Carnation
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: Monday, June 2, 2025 (head to north field)
- Raspberry U-Pick Opening Day: July to early August 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 32610 NE 32nd St., Carnation
Remlinger Farms is the Disneyland of Carnation, attracting families with its Family Fun Park, farm animals, steam train and – of course — berries. Strawberries kick off the picking season around June, followed by raspberries (July, early August) and then come the pumpkins! Check their Facebook closer to the above ranges to see specific dates.
Remlinger Farms (Photo by Allison Holm)
Harvold Berry Farms, Carnation
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: June 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- Raspberry U-Pick Opening Day: July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 5207 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation
This Carnation Berry Farm is a family favorite for U-pick strawberries and raspberries. Strawberry U-pick is available from early to mid-June, and raspberry U-pick is around July. Check their Facebook closer to the above ranges to make sure the fields are open.
Bybee Farms, North Bend
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Check closer to date)
- 42930 SE 92nd St. North Bend, WA
Take a small trip to North Bend and visit this family farm! They offer u-pick blueberries for the summer season and it typically begins around July. Check their facebook for updates closer to date range noted above.
Terra Valley Farms, Monroe
- Opening Day Raspberry U-Pick: Around July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 19501 Tualco Rd, Monroe, WA 98272
Make a trip to Monroe for a u-pick experience at this beautiful farm. They offer raspberry, strawberry, mulberry and blueberry u-pick. Check their facebook for updates.
Snacking on strawberries. (Photo by Allison Holm)
South Sound / South King County
Canter-Berry Farms, Auburn
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 19102 SE Green Valley Rd, Auburn
Canter-Berry Farms is a small friendly blueberry farm just southeast of Auburn in the upper Green River Valley in the shadow of Mount Rainier. They raise 8 different blueberry varieties that offer unique flavors. Check facebook for updates closer to date range listed above.
Blue Dot Farm, Enumclaw
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 21010 SE 416th St., Enumclaw
This blueberry farm has nine primary varieties with at least fifty bushes each: Spartan, Patriot, Blue Ray, Toro, Chandler and more. There are another seven varieties with a few bushes. The blueberry u-pick season begins around early July. You must make an appointment by calling or texting the number below. Check website for updates closer to date range noted above.
Duris Farm, Kent
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: Friday, June 6, 2025
- Kent location: 25175 Frager Rd S, Kent
- Note: There is a Puyallup location, however there’s no U-pick there
Since 1955, Duris Cucumber Farm has grown from harvesting, well, cucumbers to producing green beans, zucchini, squash, and lots of sweet strawberries and raspberries. Get your fill of U-pick strawberries at the Kent location in June. Check their Facebook closer to the above ranges to make sure fields are open.
Picha’s Berry Farm, Puyallup
- Strawberry U-Pick Opening Day: June 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- Puyallup location: 6502 52nd St. E., Puyallup
- Tacoma location: 7233 S Tyler St, Tacoma
This family farm has been in operation since 1904 growing strawberries and raspberries. Pick up cartons of pre-picked berries at both the Puyallup and Tacoma locations; U-pick strawberry is only available at the Puyallup location and is open around early to mid June. Check their Facebook closer to the above ranges to make sure fields are open.
(Image: Molly White)
Linbo Blueberry Farm, Puyallup
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 1201 S Fruitland, Puyallup
Over 3 acres of 20 different heirloom blueberry varieties at this family owned u-pick farm located south of Seattle in Puyallup. Check facebook for updates closer to date range noted above.
Spooner Farms, Puyallup
- Opening Day for Raspberry U-Pick: Early July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 1200 Orting Kapowsin Hwy E, Orting, WA 98360
Spooner Farms offers u-pick for blackberries and raspberries.
Pearson’s Bees and Berries, Renton
- Opening Day for Blueberry U-Pick: Typically around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 1733 NE 20th St., Renton
Their two main types of blueberries at the farm are called Concord and Jersey Blueberries, good for eating, baking and freezing. This u-pick blueberry farm requires appointments prior to your visit. Check Facebook for updates closer to date range listed above.
West of Seattle
Bainbridge Island Blueberry Co., Bainbridge Island
- Opening Day Blueberry U-Pick: Around late June/July 2025 (Exact day has not been announced)
- 11054 Madison Ave NE, Bainbridge Island
Take a short ferry ride to Bainbridge Island and stop by this U-pick blueberry farm. Check facebook for updates closer to date range noted above.
