Charlotte Pick Your Own Farm Opening Dates for 2016

Nothing screams summer’s almost here more than a sunny day spent picking fresh fruit at a farm close to home. Luckily for us, there are plenty of options in and near the Queen City. Use our guide to ” pick your own ” produce farms in Charlotte to start planning your outings now.  It’s not too soon ~ strawberry picking season starts as early as mid-April and runs through May.

Hall Family Farm
10713 Providence Road West
Charlotte, NC  28277
704-562-4021

Opening date: Hall Family Farm is estimating an April 15 opening. Stay tuned to their Facebook page for updates.
What’s in season: Fresh, plump strawberries
Know before you go: Spring season on the farm features pre-picked and u-pick sweet strawberries, musical hayride, kids activities, school tours, group tours, and refreshments available in our sales tent. There is no admission charge. Does not accept American Express.

Huntersville Berry Farm
15504 Hugh McCauley Road
Huntersville, NC  28078
980-422-1150

Opening date: Blackberries will be ready for picking June through July.
What’s in season: Pick-your-own blackberries.
Know before you go: In addition to berries, you can find fresh veggies for sale at the farm. Cash only!

Black’s Peaches
1800 Black Highway
York, SC  29745
803-684-2333

Opening date: The bakery is open year round and open for you-pick fruit while in season.
What’s in season: Strawberries in May, Peaches June 1-September 1 and blackberries in July.
Know before you go: Black’s Peaches is a one-stop shop with you-pick berries, fresh local produce and a full service bakery serving daily lunch specials.

Carrigan Farms
1261 Oak Ridge Farm Highway
Mooresville, NC  28115
704-664-1450

Opening date: Open year-round depending on activity. You-pick starts in May.
What’s in season: Strawberries in May
Know before you go: Get the rest of your grocery list on your trip to Carrigans. They have fresh asparagus and more for sale on-site.

McCurry’s Blueberry Farm
735 Wise Road Lincolnton, NC  28092
704-732-1802

Opening date: Late June through August.
What’s in season: Blueberries.
Know before you go: Simple and to the point blueberry farm located near Lincolnton High School. Call before you go!

Springs Farm
1010 Springfield Parkway
Fort Mill, SC  29715
803-548-3939

Opening date: Mid-April for strawberries, peaches in summer and July 1-August 15 for blackberries.
What’s in season: Strawberries, available for you-pick and by the carton. Peaches and blackberries in summer months.
Know before you go: Heading out with a group? Consider a customized group tour. More information here.

Lineberger’s Maple Springs Farm
906 Dallas Stanley Hwy
Dallas, North Carolina
704-922-8688

Opening date: Mid-April
What’s in season: Strawberries beginning in April, and peaches in June and July
Know before you go: Enjoy a leisurely day at Lineberger’s Maple Springs Farm with you-pick fruit, a produce stand, playing areas for the kids and picnic spots.

Cotton Hills Farm
2309 Wilson Road
Chester, South Carolina 29706
803-581-4545

Opening date: Mid to late April
What’s in season: Strawberries
Know before you go: Cotton Hills is more than just you-pick strawberries. They have wholesale produce available in their market as well as farm tours and an ice cream shop.

Knob Creek Orchards
6471 Fallston Rd
Lawndale NC 28090
704-538-1405

Opening date: Store is open year-round, and you-pick strawberries and blackberries start in May
What’s in season: Strawberries: May-June, Blackberries: June-October
Know before you go: Call them before you go to check picking conditions. Don’t leave without some of their homemade strawberry bread and blackberry ice cream. If you come in the month of June, you can also pick up some fresh picked NC peaches.

The Hunter Farm
13624 Providence Road
Weddington, NC 28104

Opening date: Strawberry you-pick will begin mid-April and run through May. Stay tuned to their Facebook page for day to day updates.
What’s in season: Pesticide-free strawberries.
Know before you go: You-pick hours are Monday-Saturday ,​ 8 am-8pm​ and Sunday 1 pm-6 pm. New this year is their community garden. Click here for more information.