Northern Indiana U-Pick Farms - 2024 PickYourOwn.ORG

Looking for a local, pick-your-own farm in Northern Indiana? Scroll down this page and you will see the U-Pick farms in Northern Indiana, sorted by county. Those that offer organic or sustainably grown produce are identified by the words "organic" and/or "sustainable" in Green, next to their name  (see "What does Organic mean?"). The U-pick crops they offer follow the name of the farm. To search the page for a specific crop, use Ctrl-F (or on an ipad or Mac, use their "search on this page" function) If they have a website, the name will be in blue and underlined; click on it and it will open their website. If you find anything outdated or inaccurate, see the customer and farmer menus (as appropriate) at the top menu bar to submit updates and corrections and help me keep each current!

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New! Road tripping and camping is a great way to have a fun, safe and inexpensive family trip. The national and state parks and monuments are open, and campgrounds usually cost between $10 and $40 per night. September to November is the best camping weather.  See our new website Road Tripping and Camping.com for tips, tricks, guides, checklists and info about parks, monuments and other places to visit.

New! We just went live with our latest website, FunFactoryTours.com - As they name implies, you can find a fun factory tour, including chocolate, automobiles, historical forts and sites, famous buildings, Active Federal facilities even fun geology: like fossils and volcanic areas

Note: Beware the copycat websites like the one that stole our name and uses .farm extension: they copied my work and do NOT even update the info! I make updates EVERY day. They use tech tricks to get higher rankings, but have many more inaccuracies and out-dated info. Obviously, I cannot check every farm every day, but I do check as many as I can every day, and respond to all requests.  They don't. Don't support the scammers!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! And if you know of any farms I missed and want to add a farm, please let me know!   I'm making updates for this year as fast as I can - if you find anything out-of-date, wrong or not working - please let me know! This website is supported by purchases you make through the links to products on Amazon. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This allows me to continue to maintain the website and make improvements!

What's in season in December 2024, and other timely information:

Notes for December 2024: Crop growth is slowing down, except for Christmas tree farms and if you live in southern California, southern Texas, Florida or along the Gulf coast where citrus are starting, and believe it or not, the blueberry and strawberry season in those areas is about to begin. See your state harvest calendar . This year, much of the country is still seeing mild weather, so lettuce, peas, broccoli, cabbage  and other greens are thriving.  And this is a good time to get a canner and  learn how to preserve foods for the winter, like canning some applesauce, apple butter or jam, which make great gifts. As do your own homemade specialty liqueurs! How about homemade cranberry sauce or a pumpkin pie made from a real pumpkin for the holidays? See our comprehensive list of easy home canning, jam and jelly making, preserving, drying and freezing directions. You can access recipes and other resources from the drop down menus at the top of the page or the site search. A fun winter activity is to make your own ice cream, even gelato, or low fat or low sugar ice cream - see this page. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to write me!

Valentine's Day - February 14 - See this website for Valentines Day history, facts and Amazon's top picks for fast, easy, inexpensive gifts for the man, woman or children in your life!

Easter will be April 4, 2021 - if you want to take your children to a free Easter egg hunt - see our companion website to find a local Easter Egg hunt!

 

Children's Consignment Sales occur in both the Spring and Fall  See our companion website to find a local community or church kid's consignment sale!

Northern Indiana U-Pick Farms and Orchards in 2024, by county

Click on the resources drop-down above, if you need a county map

Benton County

Carroll County

Fountain County

Tippecanoe County

• Annie's Orchard - U-pick Strawberries, blueberries, cherries, apples, peaches, and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms
  9624 W 75 S , West Lafayette, IN 47906. Phone: 765-583-2425. Email: abrummet@msn.com. Open: Call for dates, times, and conditions. Directions: From Lafayette IN. Take South River Road 10 miles to the Ravines Golf Course. Turn left and follow signs. One quarter mile past the Ross Camp. Click here for a map and directions. Crops are usually available: Sweet Cherries June 5-22 Blueberries June 25-July 20th Peaches and apples July 27-Aug 20th. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for a link to our Facebook page.
• Exploration Acres - Sunflowers, pumpkin patch, restrooms, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, corn maze, pumpkin patch (pick in the field where they grow), pumpkins (in a market, stand or shop), birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties
  6042 Newcastle Road, Lafayette, IN 47905. Phone: (765) 296-2863. Email: mary@explorationacres.com. Open: mid - September until late October Thu 6pm to 10pm Fri 6pm to 10pm Sat 10am to 10pm Sun 12pm to 07pm Admission: Adults 13 and older ($15), Children ages 6 to 12 ($11); Discounts available.. Directions: See their website for directions. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard . Sunflower maze, u-pick U-pick pumpkin patch Hay Rides NW Indiana's largest corn maze (with scavenger hunt rewards/coupons) Playground and games (children only) Extra fee activities: corn cannon, gem mine, laser tag, fire pits Barn rentals for weddings/events Country store with food, Kona Ice truck, popcorn stand Occasional live music or trunk-n-treat Click here for our Facebook page. pick your own crops, farm market, pumpkin patch, Farm venue, . (ADDED: July 05, 2024, Suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on July 05, 2024: "Good for families with children and large groups. Can be overrun on weekends. Fire pits are fairly close to each other. Corn maze is huge and easy to get lost, families should stick together. Very popular with local teenagers. Feels more commercial than other fall farm fun. "
• Flint Creek Orchard - Strawberries, raspberries, apples, blackberries, pumpkins (harvested and laid out on the ground or lawn)
  5405 W 500 S, Westpoint, IN 47992. Phone: (765) 572-1135. Email: paulhoward117@hotmail.com. Open: Varies based on fruit/vegetable availability, generally mornings or evenings, check Facebook page or call for hours and produce in season.. Directions: See their website for directions. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check . Not sure about organic, you can contact the farm. Really just pick-your-own operation. I have seen families hang out and have small picnics there. Click here for our Facebook page. pick your own crops, farm market, . (ADDED: July 05, 2024, Suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on July 05, 2024: "I love it, very friendly and generous owners, great selection and good quality. Very peaceful setting, near horse farms. I have been picking there for several years now. They have a lot of pumpkins, squashes that they grow but I can't remember if you can pick yourself. ,"
• Historic Prophetstown - currants (red and black), eggplants, tomatoes, other vegetables, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
  3549 Prophetstown Trail, West Lafayette, IN 47906. Phone: 765-567-4700. Email: farmatprophetstown@gmail.com. Open: 7 days a week, 8 am to 5 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page.
• Huffman Berry Farm - Strawberries,
  7910 E 300 N, Lafayette, IN 47905. Phone: (765) 491-2715. Email: rhuffman@hhfarms.com. Open: Only during strawberry season (beginning mid - May/early June), generally Monday to Saturday 9a - 3pm but consult Facebook page for exact days/hours; Not open on Sundays.. Directions: See their website for directions. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard . Can order pre-pick via phone/text. No pets allowed. Containers provided. Sometimes has honey available from Wildcat Creek Apiary. 3% fee added for credit card purchases Click here for our Facebook page. pick your own crops, , . (ADDED: July 05, 2024, Suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on July 05, 2024: "Popular family-run farm, they also grow commercial crops (tomatoes and peppers)"
• Martin Acres - Blueberries
  4840 Hawthorne Ridge Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47906. Phone: 765-463-4215. Open: Monday to Friday 5:30 pm to 9 pm and Saturday 8 am until 1 pm, in July and August. Directions: Go north on Salisbury Street in West Lafayette, Indiana to the city limits and then one mile north or about one half mile south of Harrison High School on County Farm Road. Follow the white blueberry signs to the farm and the parking area.
• Prairie View Farms Battle Ground - Uses natural growing practices, pumpkins, tomatoes,
  4604 Pretty Prairie Rd, Battle Ground, IN 47920. Phone: 765-567-2750. Email: okos@purdue.edu. Open: Sweet corn Monday to Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm July 1 to August 30 Pumpkins and vegetables call for open times. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, only.
• Prelock Blueberry Farm - UPDATE for 2018: They are permanently closed
  9632 E. 350 S., Lafayette, IN 47905.
• Wea Creek Orchard - Apples, Peaches, Pumpkins, pumpkin patch in the field, pumpkins brought in from the field, weddings and wedding parties, tours of the operation, group tours
  5618 South County Road 200 East, Lafayette, IN 47909. Phone: 765-807-6142. Email: management@weacreekorchard.com. Open: Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard . Wea Creek Orchard Facebook page. (ADDED: September 13, 2013, suggested by a visitor)
  A visitor writes on September 13, 2013: "They are Supper accommodating and my kids LOVE to go there!! They encourage you to pick fruit right off the trees and eat it!! "

Warren County

White County

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

• PYO farms in central Indiana, including Indianapolis
• PYO farms in southern Indiana