Blueberry Farms in Georgia: 13+ Delicious U-Pick Farms
When the temps warm up, you know it's time to go blueberry picking, Georgia! You may be asking, "Is there a blueberry farm near me?" Short answer? Yes!
Georgia is a great place to go blueberry picking, and we've gathered up a list of some of the best places to find fresh berries, from Watkinsville and Gainesville to McDonough and Blue Ridge!
Favorite U-Pick Blueberry Farms in Georgia
Did you know that Georgia is one of the leading states in the United States for growing blueberries? It's true! Some websites even list Georgia s #1! (Michigan and Washington State are up there, too.)
What we're saying is ... Georgia's got a lot of blueberries.
Generally speaking, the best time to go blueberry picking in Georgia is mid-June through early August, but weather has a lot to do with when berries are ripe enough to pick. You'll find that some of the blueberry farms in south Georgia open earlier ... think mid-April.
Your best bet is to call the blueberry farm or check their Facebook pages before you head out, to ensure picking conditions are optimal and the patch is open. Sometimes farms will close for a few days to allow berries to flourish. We've included numbers and links to the farms below for easy checking.
1. Southern Belle Farm (McDonough)
1658 Turner Church Road | 770-288-2582 | Facebook
Southern Belle Farm in McDonough, just south of Atlanta, offers U-pick blueberries when they are in season, usually from late May through June. They have more than 700 bushes with six different varieties of sweet blueberries on two acres.
If you don't want to pick, they typically have pre-picked berries in their Country Market.
In addition, you'll also find blackberries, peaches, muscadines, and flowers growing here in the summer months. Southern Belle is well-known for their kid-friendly farm activities, too.
2. Beak and Berry Farm (Senoia)
27759 Hwy. 85, Senoia | 609-932-8112 or 734-730-0395 | Facebook
Pick your own blueberries June to August. Open Thursday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This farm is veteran-owned and -operated.
3. The Blueberry Farm (LaFayette)
1363 Highway 151 | 706-638-0908 | Facebook
The Blueberry Farm in LaFayette, GA is the place to go for blueberry picking in northwest Georgia. Their berries are sold by the gallon. The farm provides containers to use in their fields, but you should bring a container or box to carry your berries home.
The Blueberry Farm has approximately 1,000 plants of various varieties. Their blueberry season usually starts in July and continues through August.
4. Buffalo Creek Berry Farm (Lexington)
810 Stevens Grove Church Road | 706-201-5553
Blueberries, blackberries, and mulberries can be found at Buffalo Creek Berry Farm near Athens. Buffalo Creek Berry Farm has over 2,500 blueberry bushes, and the season here is usually early June to late July.
U-pick berries here are $5/lb., and they ask that you bring your own containers to bring your berries home.
If you can't make it out to their farm for picking, you can find them year-round at their home base farmers market on Saturdays at the Freedom Farmers Market (Jimmy Carter Library in Atlanta).
5. CJ Orchards (Rutledge)
1251 Old Mill Road | 706-318-9462 | Facebook
CJ Orchards grows a variety of produce, including, you guessed it, blueberries! You can either buy them already picked, or you can pick your own. Farmer’s tip: blueberries do not ripen after they are picked.
6. Cool Springs Blueberry Farm (Gainesville)
5975 Smith Mill Road | 770-535-7350 | Facebook
Cool Springs Blueberry Farm is a country oasis nestled on 5 acres in Gainesville, GA. This fun farm is home to hundreds of blueberry bushes that provide the most perfect blueberries.
The U-pick blueberry season here usually runs from late June through mid-August. Their prices are $4/pint, $7/quart, and $19/gallon.
7. DJ's U-Pick Blueberry Farm (Lawrenceville)
1839 Prospect Road | 678-442-7853 | Facebook
DJ’s U-pick Blueberry Farm is a locally run U-pick blueberry farm in Lawrenceville. All of the berries here are sold by the gallon, and they supply the containers you use for picking, as well as a bag for you to take your berries home.
Blueberry season usually begins here in June and lasts through the end of July. Early morning and early evening picking available. Berries here are $5/lb. Cash or check only.
8. Hadden Estate at DGD Farms (Watkinsville)
1112 Cliff Dawson Road, Watkinsville | 706-705-6132 | Facebook
Hadden Estate at DGD Farms in Watkinsville near Athens is a beautiful wedding venue and blueberry farm that offers berry picking each summer. Confession: I take my kids here every summer, and we just love it.
You can come out and pick your blueberries here in June and July. They offer different varieties to choose from, so you're sure to find ones perfect for you - whether you just want to eat them, or you want to use them for cooking and baking.
U-pick berries are $3.50 a pound, and pre-picked berries are $9 a pound. Make sure to get some homemade ice cream before you leave!
9. Hemi Blueberry Farm (Greensboro)
1861 Bramlett Road | 770-403-7018
Visit this family-owned and -operated farm for certified naturally grown blueberries grown without pesticides. Take your pick from the farm's six varieties of blueberries, four types of muscadine grapes and blackberries. Pick your own blueberries and blackberries late May through mid-July, and return for muscadines mid-August through mid-September.
10. Horne Legacy Farms (Valdosta)
4380 Ezelle Road | 229-560-6107 | Facebook
This family-owned and -operated blueberry farm in Valdosta offers u-pick on weekends for a limited time starting in April. Check their Facebook page for updates.
11. Mercier Orchards (Blue Ridge)
8660 Blue Ridge Drive | 706-632-3411 | Facebook
Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge is not just for apple picking in the fall -- we love their summer berries, too!
Their season for blueberries usually begins in June. In addition to picking berries, you and your family can enjoy plenty of fun farm activities, including a tractor ride. You can also find more fruit, freshly baked goods, cider, and specialty items from the market when you visit. Their market is open 7 days a week.
12. Miller's Blueberry Farm (Watkinsville)
1371 Union Church Road | 706-765-3076 | Facebook
With eight varieties of irrigated blueberries at $2.75 a pound, Miller's Blueberry Farm in Watkinsville near Athens is a great place for your family to pick their fill. This farm is a certified bee-friendly farm, with no pesticides used on their berries.
The farm is open from mid-June to late July, and opens at 7:30 a.m. on picking days. Their closing times vary depending on weather and crop conditions, but they keep a calendar updated on their website and post updates on Facebook, too. They’re closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Buckets with liners are provided for picking, and the liner can be removed so you can transport your berries home. Checks, cash, and Venmo accepted.
13. Morning Belle Farms (Woodbine)
762 Pine Drive | 912-577-7123 | Facebook
Morning Belle Farms is an organic blueberry farm located just 40 minutes north of Jacksonville, Florida, and 30 minutes from Brunswick, making it a great place to stop during your coastal Georgia road trip.
The blueberry picking season at Morning Belle usually begins in mid-April and runs through July. The farm is open for U-picking on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
14. Ottawa Farms (Bloomingdale)
702 Bloomingdale Road | 912-748-3035 | Facebook
Ottawa Farms is a third-generation, family-owned farm near Savannah. U-pick strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries are available in the spring and summer months, with blueberry season usually starting in June and going through July. U-pick berries here are $4/lb, and they update their Facebook page regularly.
15. Roberts Family Blueberry Farm (Clermont)
5517 Clarksbridge Road | 678-316-3598 | Facebook
Roberts Family Blueberry Farm offers 17 varieties of organically grown blueberries in Clermont, about 20 minutes north of Gainesville, GA. In addition to U-pick berries, the farm also offers a selection of syrups, soaps, and other items made from their blueberries.
Their blueberries are usually available for picking starting in June and running through mid-July. They ask for U-pickers to call them to make an appointment.
They offer plenty of fresh veggies here, too, and you'll find frequent crop updates on their Facebook page.
16. Rutland Farms (Tifton)
5641 Union Rd., Tifton | 229-386-5111 | Facebook
Rutland Farms in Tifton has all the summer U-picks you could ask for — including blueberries! Their blueberry season usually begins in April and runs through June — but their dates are weather-dependent, of course. They’ve also got other fruits and vegetables for sale, so you can pick up some okra, onions, corn, tomatoes, and more while you’re there. This is one farm that's full of family fun.
17. Scottsdale Farms (Milton)
15639 Birmingham Highway | 770-777-5875 | Facebook
Scottsdale Farms in Milton is located on 65 acres in north Fulton County. Here, you’ll find a landscaping center, cafe, and store.
In the summer, you'll find blueberries here! The blueberry picking season usually begins in early June and runs through mid-July. They announce their events and U-pick dates on their Facebook page.
