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Strawberry Picking in New Jersey: What You Need to Know
New Jersey offers plenty of options for strawberry picking, from well-known destinations to smaller family-run spots. Browse every listing below, or search your ZIP code to find the nearest one.
Strawberry Picking in the Mid-Atlantic
Strawberry farms across the Mid-Atlantic grow in fertile valley and coastal-plain soil, which sets the pace for a season that typically runs May through June. Farms here plant a mix of June-bearing varieties for a concentrated peak and day-neutral varieties that stretch picking out over a longer stretch of the season. Pick-your-own rows tend to open on short notice once the fruit is ready, so checking a farm's current status before visiting is worth the extra step.
Best Time for Strawberry Picking in New Jersey
May through June, with the earliest berries in Mid-Atlantic typically leading the harvest and the window closing quickly once temperatures rise.
Tips for Strawberry Picking in New Jersey
Before heading out for strawberry picking anywhere in New Jersey, a quick call or website check can save a wasted trip if conditions have changed. Early in the day tends to mean better selection and shorter lines.