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This time of year, my daughter anxiously checks the blueberry bushes in our backyard, hoping for bursts of color peeking through the leaves. Our modest couple of plants can’t compare to the outstanding U-pick blueberry farms in the area, though. So we’ve made it a summer tradition to visit a nearby blueberry farm, buckets in hand, to stock up on berries for muffins, cakes, smoothies and more. Lucky for us, there are plenty of farms to choose from.
I’ve rounded up the best U-pick blueberry farms and organized them by region so you can plan a day at the farm for your family this summer, too.
Snohomish and Skagit County blueberry picking
Bow Hill, Bow
Location: 15628 Bow Hill Rd., Bow
When to pick blueberries: Bow Hill’s U-pick season typically opens in July and runs on weekends while berries last. During the season, the farm is open for weekend picking; check the current schedule before heading out.
Established in 1947, Bow Hill Blueberries is the site of the oldest family-run blueberry farm in Skagit Valley. The farm specializes in heirloom berries and has over 4,500 bushes that are a combination of Rubel, Stanley, Jersey and Bluecrop. The U-pick fields are Bluecrop — you can lightly comb the branches with your fingers and the ripe berries will fall right into your hands. The farm supplies buckets for picking and freezer bags so you can take your berries home. While you’re there, you can also pick up treats like blueberry ice cream and popsicles.
Carpenter Creek Farm, Mount Vernon
Location: 20177 E. Stackpole Rd., Mount Vernon
When to pick blueberries: Blueberries usually come in mid-July. Be sure to confirm picking availability on the farm’s website or Facebook page.
Owned by a family that lives in northeast Seattle, Carpenter Creek is a small blueberry farm located just south of Mount Vernon. Stop in for ready-picked blueberries as well as U-pick. Though the farm is not certified organic, it does not use any synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. Bonus: Keep your eyes peeled for red-tailed hawks, turkey vultures, bald eagles, tree frogs and other animals.
Bryant Blueberry Farm, Arlington
Location: 5628 Grandview Rd., Arlington
When to pick blueberries: The farm opens for the season in late June, with blueberry picking expected to continue into mid-September as different varieties ripen. Check the Facebook page or website for more information.
This farm couldn’t be more kid-friendly. It has a playground, jumping pillows and a train ride. Plus, there are farm animals! Bring lunch and you can sit, rest and eat at the picnic tables. The farm uses sustainable agricultural methods. Besides blueberries, Bryant Blueberry Farm offers currants, tayberries, raspberries, blackberries and many berry products.
Mountainview Blueberry Farm, Snohomish
Location: 7617 E. Lowell Larimer Rd., Snohomish
When to pick blueberries: U-pick opens with limited early picking July 1–3, with the full blueberry season running July 8–Aug. 30. Regular picking hours are Wednesday–Sunday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., while berries last. Check the website or Facebook page for updates. Buckets provided.
Mountainview Blueberry Farm is nestled against a hillside in the Snohomish River Valley, and on clear days you can see all the way to Mount Baker. Dating back to the 1940s, the farm grows eight varieties of blueberries on nine acres. Blueberry preserves and syrups are available as well. The farm also has a ticketed sunflower festival in August with 25 varieties of sunflowers, backdrops ideal for photos and scheduled butterfly releases.
Hazel Blue Acres, Silvana
Location: 430 Hevly Rd., Arlington
When to pick blueberries: The 2026 U-pick season is open, with current picking hours Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. The farm is closed on Sundays.
This local family farm offers up WSDA-certified organic blueberries for most of the summer, and families can choose to pick the blueberries themselves or purchase them pre-picked. The farm also sells salmon, hazelnuts, scones, eggs, salsa and more. Not sure what to do with your farm-fresh haul? Don’t miss the farm’s fantastic free recipes (with video tutorials!).
The Rodale Institute Pacific Northwest Organic Center, Skagit Valley
Location: 55931 State Rte. 20, Rockport
When to pick blueberries: The Pacific Northwest Organic Center hosts seasonal tours and educational events. Tour registration may include a small U-pick berry experience when berries are in season.
The Pacific Northwest Organic Center at Cascadian Farm sits on 90 acres in eastern Skagit Valley. The farm has been in continuous organic farming practices for over 50 years, and the Rodale Institute has made it the base of operations for researching best organic practices. It serves as a regional resource for farmers interested in using organic practices and advancing a regenerative organic future.
Eastside blueberry picking
Celebration Farms, Fall City
Location: 31022 Redmond-Fall City Rd SE, Fall City
When to pick blueberries: Early blueberries are available starting in June, and the U-pick blueberry season lasts through August.
Celebration Farms uses organic and sustainable farming practices to grow multiple varieties of blueberries, including Duke, O’Neal, Chandler, Legacy and Calypso. Containers are provided and blueberries are sold by the pound. During the U-pick season, families get to take a ride out to the fields on one of the farm’s classic tractors.
If you want to skip the picking, you’re in luck: Fresh-picked, chilled blueberries are available for purchase in the farm shop, along with cherries, melons, peaches and fresh flowers.
Larsen Lake Blueberry Farm, Bellevue
Location: 700 148th Ave. S.E., Bellevue
When to pick blueberries: The 2026 blueberry picking season starts July 8 and runs through the end of the season. U-pick hours are Tuesday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Monday. Check the website or call ahead for status. They accept checks, cash or Venmo.
Located in the lovely Lake Hills Greenbelt area, Larsen Lake is operated by the Bellevue Parks and Community Services Department in order to preserve Bellevue’s agricultural heritage. After filling your pails, stroll the trail near the lake or do some fishing. If it’s hot, head up to the shaded produce stand, where you can shop for reasonably priced fruit and veggies. Or just put your feet up on the porch swing.
Mercer Slough Blueberry Farm, Bellevue
Location: 2380 Bellevue Way S.E., Bellevue
When to pick blueberries: The 2026 blueberry picking season starts July 8 and runs through the end of the season. U-pick hours are Tuesday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Monday. Check the website or call ahead for status.
Located just off I-90 in Bellevue, this historic blueberry farm opened a new farmstand last summer. In addition to U-pick blueberries, farm visitors can now shop for cut flowers, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and frozen blueberries.
Henna Blueberry Farm, Carnation
Location: 32500 60th Street N.E., Carnation
When to pick blueberries: Blueberry picking begins in early July and continues while berries last. Check the farm’s Facebook page for updates before heading out.
Located in the Snoqualmie River Valley and surrounded by a nature slough, Henna Blueberry Farm grows several varieties of exceptionally sweet berries on 15 acres. They don’t use synthetic pesticides or chemicals. Frogs, turtles, beavers, cranes and other animals make their home in the slough, so pack a picnic and go “critter viewing.”
Fable Farm, Fall City
Location: 34301 S.E. 39th Pl., Fall City
When to pick blueberries: Blueberry picking opens July 8 for the 2026 season. Hours are Wednesday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; Friday, 3–7 p.m.; and Saturday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Check the website and Facebook page for details.
This small farm, started by a group of four families, focuses on blueberries and bees. The bees frequent the farm’s blueberry fields, in addition to the nearby blackberries, raspberries, clover and wildflowers, to make honey. While you’re there, stop by the farm stand to pick up some raw honey, jam or berry shrub.
Pearson’s Bees and Berries, Renton
Location: 1733 N.E. 20th St., Renton
When to pick blueberries: The 2026 U-pick season opens July 11, with picking planned for weekends and Wednesdays. Book your one-hour appointment time online. You can also find up-to-date info on Facebook.
Pearson’s got into the U-pick game after the Pearson family bought and began restoring the old Kennydale Blueberry Farm. Heirloom blueberries have been planted on top of peatland, and the farm does not use any herbicides or pesticides. Check out the raw, unfiltered honey the farm produces as well, and read up on the farm’s detailed list of tips and instructions for U-pick before you go.
South Sound and South King County blueberry picking
Canter-Berry Farms, Auburn
Location: 19102 S.E. Green Valley Rd., Auburn
When to pick blueberries: Blueberry season typically opens in late July and runs through Labor Day. Call or check the Facebook page before heading out to confirm that the farm is open when you want to pick.
Canter-Berry Farms grows eight different varieties of blueberries, boasting flavors from sweet to tart to (a little) spicy. Though not certified organic, the farm does not use sprays and limits chemical use. Buckets are provided to pick with, but bring your own to carry the berries home in. In the farm store, you’ll find chocolate-covered blueberries, raw honey, blueberry teas and hand-painted blueberry pottery. There is a nice area for a post-picking picnic too.
Linbo Blueberry Farm, Puyallup
Location: 1201 S. Fruitland, Puyallup
When to pick blueberries: Blueberry U-pick runs on select Thursday–Sunday dates in late July and early August, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Check the Facebook page for updates and open hours.
Linbo Farm cultivates 20 varieties of blueberries, all of which are grown pesticide-free. Richard Linbo purchased the farm in 1998, and today his legacy continues with his son and daughter-in-law, Tor and Tiffany Linbo, overseeing the U-pick operations. Head to nearby Decoursey Park afterward to have a picnic or play on the playground.
Charlotte’s Blueberry Park, Tacoma
Location: 7402 E. D St., Tacoma
When to pick blueberries: Picking season is typically July to September, depending on the weather. You can pick five varieties of blueberries, all free and first come, first served.
Looking for free blueberry picking and food foraging? We have you covered. There are more than 3,000 blueberry bushes in this city park, which has been farmed since 1929. Charlotte’s Blueberry Park expanded last year, doubling its food forest supply and offering visitors access to gooseberries, plums, cherries, persimmons, figs and more, in addition to blueberries. There is also a playground and plenty of spots for a picnic.
The park is named after Charlotte Valbert, founder of Friends of Blueberry Park. Metro Parks does not use any pesticides or fertilizers on the blueberry bushes, which are maintained by volunteers. Volunteer opportunities are posted on the park’s website.
Rusty Plow Farm, Enumclaw
Location: 23206 S.E. 448th St., Enumclaw
When to pick blueberries: U-pick opens the second week of July and typically runs through August, but be sure to check the website or the Facebook page for hours and updates before heading out. Open fields feature a mix of early- and mid-season blueberry varieties.
Rusty Plow is a farm on the Enumclaw Plateau that specializes in blueberries. This farm has some 5,000 blueberry plants with six varieties to choose from. Although the farm is not certified organic, they use many of the same sustainable practices organic farms use. They cater to U-pick customers and provide buckets for picking and containers to take your berries home. If you are looking for a quick fix, you can call ahead or stop by for pre-picked berries. The farm also charges a small entrance fee, so check current pricing before you go.
Spooner Berry Farms, Olympia
Location: 3327 Yelm Hwy. S.E., Olympia
When to pick blueberries: Spooner Berry Farms plans to offer blueberry picking at its Olympia location starting July 17.
This family farm is beloved for its berries. The farm will announce U-pick details on its Facebook page, so follow along to learn when you need to pounce on the picking. You can also find already-picked Spooner berries at a dozen locations throughout the Puget Sound area.
Tips for picking blueberries with kids
Preparation is the key to a successful day picking blueberries with kids. We’ve learned from experience and found these tips help make the day go smoothly:
- Check with the farm first: Before you head out to your farm of choice, double-check the farm website or Facebook page to confirm U-pick availability and location.
- Arrive early: For the best selection of berries at smaller farms, you’ll want to be among the first to the farm in the morning. Larger farms have more berries for picking, meaning you can show up later and miss the crowds and direct sun.
- Dress for full sun: Blueberries need sunshine to grow, so these farms have little to no shade in the fields. On a sunny summer day, you’ll want to make sure you have hats, sunscreen, water and snacks. Closed-toe shoes (even rain boots!) are best for farms.
- Pack a bag: Bring cash (or confirm that the farm takes credit cards). You may want to bring your own pail or box, though most farms supply those. And if you have a long drive home, consider bringing a cooler to keep your hard-earned blueberries fresh.
- Leave the pets at home: Most blueberry farms do not allow pets, so it’s best to leave the family dog at home.
- Check before sampling: Some farms allow kids to sample the berries as they pick, but double-check the sampling policy before giving kids free rein. And keep a water bottle on hand to rinse any residue from the blueberries first.
- Set realistic expectations: Blueberries can be easier to pick than strawberries since you don’t have to crouch down to the ground. But berry picking is still hard work, and kids may tire of it before you have a full bucket. Luckily, many farms sell pre-picked berries so you don’t go home empty-handed!
Editor’s note: Every year, ParentMap’s editorial team updates this guide to reflect the latest seasonal U-pick berry details. This article was originally published in 2017, and has been updated for the 2026 blueberry picking season. Allison Holm contributed to this article.
