Looking for a fun (and delicious) summer activity? Try blueberry picking!
There are several great spots around the Triangle where you can pick your own fresh blueberries, and it’s the perfect outing with kids: easy, outdoors, and oh-so-sweet. Most local farms open their blueberry fields in June, but timing can vary a bit depending on the weather, so it’s always a good idea to check before you go.
Here are some top blueberry picking farms around Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond!
Herndon Hills Farm – Durham
📍511 Scott King Rd, Durham, NC 27713
Located in South Durham, Herndon Hills Farm is a peaceful, pesticide-free farm offering blueberries (plus blackberries and muscadine grapes—yum!). This scenic farm is a great pick for a relaxing morning with kids.
Picking typically starts in June—watch their social for updates.
*Update – Opening 6/12/2025. “We will also be open Friday and Saturday (June 13 and 14). We will post additional picking days as the weather and crop allow. Our season lasts about 6 weeks.”
Mini Acres Farm – Raleigh
📍3328 Mid Pines Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
Mini Acres Farm offers a delightful pick-your-own blueberry experience just outside Raleigh. The farm features a charming setting with a wooden pavilion, a pond with a fountain, and friendly miniature donkeys and pygmy goats. Beyond blueberry picking, Mini Acres hosts events like outdoor movie nights and is available for private gatherings such as weddings and parties.
Note: Picking season usually begins in mid-June; check their website or social media for current updates.
Hours:
Monday 3pm-8pm
Wednesday 7am-12pm
Saturday 7am-12pm
Website | Instagram | Facebook
Wendell Blueberry Farm – Wendell
📍3160 NC-231, Wendell, NC 27591
Wendell Blueberry Farm is a family-run U-pick operation located about 20 minutes from Raleigh. They pride themselves on offering 100% all-natural blueberries grown without pesticides, herbicides, or chemicals. The farm’s season typically runs from June through August, with picking days varying based on berry ripeness.
Hours:
Mondays: OPEN 8am-6pm
Tuesdays: OPEN 8am – 6pm
Wednesdays: CLOSED
Thursdays: OPEN 8am – 6pm
Fridays: OPEN 8am – 6pm
Saturdays: OPEN 8am – 6pm
Sundays: OPEN 8am – 6pm
Please note that hours are subject to change based on availability of berries. Updates will be posted on Facebook, Instagram, & our website
Cedar Grove Blueberry Farm – Cedar Grove
📍105 Persimmon Hill Ln, Cedar Grove, NC 27231
Cedar Grove Blueberry Farm is a family-owned farm located northwest of Hillsborough in Orange County. They are also affiliated with the adjacent business Botanist and Barrel cidery.
U-Pick blueberries will open for the season at Cedar Grove on Saturday June 22nd.
Hours:
Open for the season sunup to sundown 7 days a week!
Bahama Bluebs – Bahama
📍6404 Amed Road, Bahama, NC 27503
This blueberry picking farm lies on the outskirts of Durham in the town of Bahama. A well-established one-acre field contains 5 varieties of delicious bluebs, ripe for the pickin’. Opening 6/18 for the 2025 season. Typically open mid-June through August.
Hours:
Saturday & Sunday 8am-noon
Wednesdays 5pm-8pm
Blueberry Hill U-Pick – Sanford
📍3250 White Hill Rd, Sanford, NC 27332
Opening Friday May 23rd! Blueberry Hill U-Pick is a family-owned farm offering a delightful berry-picking experience with multiple varieties.
Hours:
Tuesday–Saturday: 8am–5pm
Sunday: 1pm–5pm
Also open Memorial Day
Note: Fields may occasionally close for ripening; it’s best to check their Facebook page or call ahead to confirm availability.
Instagram | NC Farm Fresh Listing | Facebook Page
Neighbor Boy Farm & Country Store – Apex
📍1008 Davis Dr., Apex, NC 27523
Blueberry picking begins Mid-June. This is such a cute little farm in Apex. There’s even a play area for kids. We went here last year for Christmas trees!
Hours:
2025 SPRING HOURS
Monday 4-8
Tuesday through Friday 10:30-1:30 and 4-8
Saturdays 10:30-8
Sundays 11-5:30
Summer hours coming soon.
Smith’s Nursery – Benson
📍443 Sanders Rd, Benson, NC 27504
Just south of the Triangle, Smith’s Nursery is worth the short drive. They offer U-pick blueberries as well as blackberries and other summer fruits. Don’t miss the on-site ice cream and farm animals!
U-pick season for blueberries usually starts in early to mid-June.
Website | Instagram | Facebook
Dr. Young’s Pond Berry Farm – Angier
📍10865 NC 210 N, Angier, NC 27501
Dr. Young’s Pond Berry Farm has been offering pick-your-own berries since 1988. You’ll find blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries in a welcoming, family-friendly setting. They even have a petting zoo!
Don’t forget to try their blackberry cornbread!
Hours:
Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday: 8am–1pm during the season
Note: It’s a good idea to check their website or social media for updates on availability and hours.
Hawk Hill Berry Farm – Mebane
📍3009 Hawk Hill Rd, Mebane, NC 27302
This pesticide-free, family-friendly blueberry farm offers U-pick with provided buckets (you can also bring your own). A swing set and play area is available for the kids.
Hours:
Opening late June or early July; check their website or social media for exact dates and picking times.
Creekside Farm Berries – Selma
📍300 Pine Tree Rd, Selma, NC 27576
This family-owned farm in Johnston County offers U-pick blueberries and blackberries, along with honey, fresh produce, and homemade goodies like jams, jellies, salsa, syrup, and juice. You’ll also find Creekside Farm at the Clayton Farmer’s Market on Saturdays.
Hours:
Seasonal; check their website or social media for current picking times.
Hidden River Farm – Angier
📍774 Kirk Adams Rd, Angier, NC 27501
Hidden River Farm is a certified organic orchard with blueberries, apples, pears, and more. They use organic methods and materials to ensure top-quality produce, making this a fun family outing spot.
Hours:
June 13th through the end of the season; visit their website or call ahead for current picking times.
Ms. Mary’s Berries – Fuquay-Varina
📍7768-7898 Maude Stewart Rd, Fuquay-Varina 27526
This lovely spot operates on donations! A local, family-run farm, this is definitely worth checking out for delicious fresh blueberries.
Hours:
June-August, 7am-7pm, 7 days a week
You Might Also Like: