Across the Willamette Valley, hundreds of growers produce berries, apples, flowers, and dozens of other crops throughout the year. Many of those growers invite visitors to get in on the fun at numerous u-pick farms.
The growing season typically gets going around Memorial Day—and continues until the final apples are harvested and the last pumpkins are picked in October.
If you'd like to pick your own produce and sample some of the region's freshest flavors, keep reading for a few local favorite u-pick farms—and check out the Oregon Farm Bureau's Bounty Farm Stand Guide for more inspiration.
Just outside Dayton, near the banks of the Yamhill River, Jeff and Jen's U-Pick invites visitors to pick Hood strawberries, beloved for their sweetness, in late May and June—with raspberries and blueberries following in late June and July.
The family farm accepts cash and check, but not debit or credit cards.
Between June and October, Morning Shade Farm offers a variety of produce available for u-pick just outside of Canby. The farm's extensive selection includes several types of blueberries, raspberries, Asian pears, apples, marionberries, and rare offerings (such as kiwis and quince) throughout the season.
Check the Morning Shade Farm website to see what's fresh and in-season ahead of your visit.
Just outside Aurora, Fir Point Farms offers plenty to love throughout the year—filling deli sandwiches, decadent baked goods, locally grown goods (such as jams and jellies) in an on-site market, and the chance to feed miniature horses, miniature goats, and other animals.
Every October, the farm hosts its popular Harvest Festival—giving visitors the chance to pick their own pumpkins. Other fun Harvest Festival activities include a corn maze, hay wagon ride, and mini pumpkin painting. Learn more about other harvest festivals in the Willamette Valley.
Just east of Corvallis, Peoria Road Farm Market is open between April and November. In late summer, visitors are invited to pick their own vibrant sunflowers, zinnias, and statice.
Peoria's on-site market, meanwhile, sells an ever-changing selection of fresh-picked produce—including cherry and grape tomatoes, green beans, and carrots. If it's not grown on the farm, Peoria typically shares where the produce came from—helping visitors build a deeper connection with the local food scene.
While you're in the area, learn more about other farm country experiences near Corvallis.
Pick loganberries, boysenberries, and two varieties of peaches at Meyer Peach Orchard—a fourth-generation family farm that dates back 100 years near Salem.
Loganberries can be picked as early as mid-June, boysenberries follow soon after in late June and early July, and peaches take center stage between late July and mid-August. Choose among red haven and veteran peaches; bagged, pre-picked peaches (weighing about five pounds) may also be available.
Around the Willamette Valley, u-pick farms are one of many ways to connect with the bounty of the region. Savor one-of-a-kind culinary experiences, get the skinny on visiting our farmers markets, and learn all about wine tasting with these inspiring stories.
Here in the Willamette Valley, “farm-to-table” isn’t just an expression; it's how we connect with the land and honor the region's passionate producers.
Bring your appetite to restaurants that prepare menus with seasonal ingredients, peruse local markets, go behind-the-scenes with farm tours, and more. Learn more with our look at farm-to-table experiences in the Willamette Valley.
There's no wrong way to connect with the flavors of the Willamette Valley. Start planning your visit with our guide to farms, markets, and farm stands.
You'll learn about putting together the perfect itinerary, see what different farms and farm stands offer across the region, get the skinny on when farms generally open their barn doors to the public, and more.
The Willamette Valley's Oregon Wine Country is home to more than 700 wineries and tasting rooms that offer locally sourced pours all year long.
If you'd like to sample our top varietals but aren't sure where to begin, browse our beginner's guide to wine tasting in the Willamette Valley—complete with tips for planning, booking tours, overnight stays, and etiquette.
