Blueberry picking season is right around the corner here in Jacksonville. Typically the farms open in April and stay open through early July. Still, weather conditions and the amount of rainfall we receive during the year can always impact exactly when the crops will be ready. Lucky for us, there are several places where you can go blueberry picking right here in Jacksonville.
Before you set off on your blueberry picking adventure, there are a few things to remember to make your day a success. Apply sunscreen and bug spray before you go. Bring cash; almost none of the farms on our list take credit cards. Consider packing a snack and drink to keep little ones from getting cranky during the adventure. Plan to go early; lots of farms will only stay open as long as there are berries on the bushes. Lastly, and most importantly, contact the farm ahead of time to make sure there are berries available and to confirm their blueberry picking hours.
Farms In & Around Jax
Abshier Blueberry Farm
Abshier Blueberry Farm is located about two hours south of Jacksonville in Belleview, FL. Open Tuesday through Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Address: 3960 SE 115th Street, Belleview, FL
Contact: (352) 817-2660
Aunt Zelma’s Blueberries
Aunt Zelma’s is located in Island Grove, about 45 minutes from Jacksonville. There are seven varieties of blueberries and about 50,000 plants on the u-pick blueberry property. Large groups should call ahead for blueberry picking. Open seven days a week, but the focus on u-pick is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with the hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: 21209 U.S. 301, Island Grove, FL 32654
Payment: Cash or card
Contact: (352) 317-6110
Blu by U
Formerly Veterans Farm, Blu By U uses natural growing practices. Their blueberry picking season should open at the end of April and run through the summer. They are open Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Directions: 5571 Long Branch Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32234. From I-295, take Normandy Blvd west, approximately 15 miles. Take McClelland Road left and follow to Long Branch Road; take Long Branch right and follow until you see mailbox 5571. Take a left down the drive and follow through the tall gates.
Payment: Cash or card
Contact: (904) 465-1811 or [email protected]
Braddock Blueberry Farms
Braddock Blueberry Farm uses natural practices, but they are not certified organic. You might want to bring a small step stool to reach the berries. Call them to find out the exact hours for the week and if they will be open for picking. They are typically open from the end of May through June.
Directions: 4136 Thomas Mill Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218. Go north on Lem Turner Road to Braddock Road (4 miles north of I-295), turn west on Braddock Road, go 3/10 mile, turn south onto Thomas Mill Road, and proceed on the dirt road to the end. The field is through the metal farm gate on the right.
Payment: Cash
Contact: (904) 679-3880
Clay Ranch Berry Farm
Clay Ranch Berry Farm is open for u-pick or pre-picked blueberries until around the end of May. They are open every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., $3.50/lb. for u-pick and $20 for a 5 lb. bag of pre-picked. Please check the Facebook page Clay Ranch Berry Farm for weather updates.
Directions: 1307 SR 100, Florahome, FL. Located in Grandin, FL, off of State Road 100 between C.R. 315 and Savel Rd. You will see the signs.
Payment: Cash, check, Venmo, or PayPal
Contact: Chance Clay (386) 937-1140 for more information.
Congaree and Penn
Congaree and Penn is located in North Jacksonville on Old Kings Road. They started as a rice farm but have since planted over 5,000 Mayhaw trees. They are now offering u-pick blackberry days in June. When you arrive, blackberry baskets will be available to purchase in the farm store. From there, hop on a wagon ride to the blackberry field, or enjoy a leisurely walk to the berries. Farm lunch and refreshments will be available to enjoy on the quonset hut patio before or after your berry good time.
Directions: 295 North to Old Kings Road.
Payment: Cash or card
Contact: (904) 527-1945 or [email protected]
Far Reach Ranch
Far Reach Ranch is located in Tavares, FL, about 2.5 southwest of Jacksonville in central Florida. U-pick hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Directions: 295 North to Old Kings Road.
Payment: Cash or card
Contact: (352) 343-7389 or [email protected]
HNH Blueberry Farm
HNH Blueberry Farm is located in Bostwick, Florida, about an hour south of Jacksonville. This is a family farm with lots of blueberry bushes. They are typically open on the weekend, Saturday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., but check their Facebook page for updates on availability.
Directions: 130 Bostwick Park Dr, Bostwick, Florida. HNH Blueberry Farm is south of Green Cove Springs off of Highway 17.
Price & Payment: $3.25 per pound u-pick, $4 per pound already picked, cash
Contact: (386) 937-5246
Kent’s U-Pick Fresh Blueberry Farm
Kent’s U-Pick Fresh Blueberry Farm uses no pesticides on the blueberry bushes. They try to estimate how plentiful the berries will be to accommodate and if weather permits. The season usually lasts six weeks. Mid-May to end of June. During blueberry season, the blueberries do not ripen all at the same time. There are no restroom facilities. They are open two or three days during the week 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., call ahead to see what days and to make sure blueberries are available for picking.
Directions: Blueberry field is located at the end of Thomas Mill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32218. Starting at Lem Turner Road and Highway I – 295, head out north on Lem Turner Road (SR-115) toward Callahan, go 4 miles to Braddock Road. Turn left onto Braddock Road, go one block and turn left onto Thomas Mill Road (the first part is short and paved). Continue straight onto the dirt part a short distance and look for the windmill. Turn right at the windmill for the entrance and parking. The parking area can accommodate 30 vehicles at a time. For more detailed directions: Go to Google and search for Kent’s Blueberry Farm for a map and pictures.
Payment: Cash
Contact: (904) 768-3484 Home (904) 868-7822 Cell
Morning Belle Farms
Morning Belle Farms is located in Woodbine, Georgia, about 45 minutes north of Jacksonville. They boast four acres of blueberry plants with almost 5,000 plants. There is a port-o-potty bathroom available for use while visiting the farm. They are open Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Directions: 762 Pine Dr. Woodbine, GA 31569. Go north on I-95 to Exit 7 (Harrietts Bluff Road). Turn right onto Harrietts Bluff Road. You will be going east, and after about three miles, you will cross a saltwater creek. Then take your first left on Pine Dr. Go to the end of Pine Dr. (about one mile). The farm will be on your right.
Payment: Cash or check
Contact: (404) 735-7527 or [email protected]
The Blueberry Ranch
The Blueberry Ranch is located north of Jacksonville, off Highway 17 in Yulee, Florida. The u-pick season usually begins around the end of May and typically lasts until the beginning of July. They will be open Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for picking, but double-check and ensure berries are available before heading out.
Directions: 852042 US Highway 17, Yulee, Florida. Take 95 north past Yulee, and take exit 380 to Highway 17 south.
Payment: Cash
Contact: (904) 415-0337
Towers Farms
Towers Family Farms has been family-owned and operated since 2013. In 2014 they planted 10 acres of blueberries, which has since grown to 20 acres, all USDA certified. In 2020, they added a small u-pick strawberry patch to the farm and are in the process of building a brand new 6,000 sq. ft. event venue. Please check out the events page for the latest information about u-picks and local availability in Jacksonville. They are open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Monday and Thursday.
Directions: 487 Millican Rd., Palatka, FL 32177. About 20 minutes south of Green Cove Springs in Bostwick or about 15 minutes north of Palatka.
Payment: Cash
Contact: [email protected] or call us at (904)955-FARM from 10 am to 4 pm
Williams Blueberry Farm
Williams Blueberry Farms boasts a very nice manicured blueberry patch in the middle of a residential area that is easy to reach from I-10. Be sure to go early for the best berries and call to ensure some are available.
Directions: 2595 Stratton Road, Jacksonville, FL 32221. I-295 to Normandy Blvd; go west approximately 0.4 miles to Stratton Road. Turn left, and go until you see a Blueberry sign on the left. Follow the signs.
Payment: Cash
Contact: (904) 866-2647 or [email protected]
Thank you for this guide!
Do any of these blueberry farms sell blueberry honey?
Flavored like Blueberry or natural honey from the blueberry plants? The natural, yes!
Thank for all the valuable information you publish.
Let me know when The blueberries are ready to pick, I would like to bring my grandkids to pick some blueberries during the summer
Will any farms be open on Saturday, April 26?
You can click on the links and see the schedules for each farm.
Another good one is Towers Family Farms.
http://www.towersjax.com
https://facebook.com/towersfarms
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