Another season has arrived in Tampa which means there is yet another crop available for u-pick. It is very exciting, I know. So now that it is Spring you can go blueberry picking in Tampa! These are 13 blueberry u-pick fields that are open to the public so the whole family can enjoy picking some fresh fruit together.
My son’s favorite fruit right now is blueberries so he is very excited to eat fresh blueberries in oatmeal, pancakes and maybe even a cobbler. And of course plain as a refreshing snack in the afternoon.
**Quick note about the 2022 blueberry season, there was an uncharacteristically late frost this year that hurt many of the blueberry farms harvest this season. Some places have reduced their hours and days to accommodate this loss of crop. Try and support the farmers as best as you can by still going out and picking when they are open!
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Quick List of Blueberry U-Pick Farms in Tampa
- Keel Farms
- Church Lake Farms
- Starkey Blueberry Farm
- Albritton Fruit Farms
- Bob’s Blueberry Farm and U-Pick
- Upicktopia
- Nadler’s U-Pick Blueberry Farm
- Oponay Farms
- JG Ranch U-Pick
- Lutz Blueberry Farm
- Blueberry Blessings
- BellaBlue Berry Farm
- Bob’s Berries
Keel Farms
Schedule: Keel Farms is open 11am – 9pm Monday through Thursday. Fridays they are open 11am – 11pm, Saturdays from 10am – 11pm and Sundays 11am – 7pm.
Address: 5202 Thonotosassa Rd, Plant City, FL 33565
Phone: 813-752-9100
Price: $12 per bucket, each bucket holds 2 lbs of blueberries
Payments Accepted: Cash and Card
Attractions: There is a restaurant and winery, tours of the farm, plus live music on weekends.
Dogs: Keel Farms is pet friendly, all dogs must be leashed and under your control at all times.
Church Lake Farms
Schedule: While berries are ripe for picking, the farm’s hours are Tuesday & Thursday 8am – 12pm and then 5pm – 7pm. They are open again Saturday and Sundays 8am to 2pm. Hours can vary based on the availability of the blueberries so I recommend calling or checking their facebook before heading out.
Address: 16321 McGlamery Rd, Odessa, FL 33556
Phone: 813-926-3474
Price: $6 a pound
Attractions: There is a small patch of blackberries available for u-pick as well as the blueberries. Occasionally they have live music playing as well so you can bring a chair or blanket and have a picnic on the lawn to music.
Starkey Blueberry Farm
Schedule: Starkey is open Monday – Saturday from 7:30am – 7:30pm and Sunday 9am – 5pm.
Address: 10730 Lake Blanche Drive, New Port Richey, FL
Phone: 727-372-6440
Price: $5.25
Payments Accepted: Cash and cards are both accepted.
Attractions: Starkey Farms also offers strawberry u-pick to enjoy in late winter – early spring. They also run a market down the road that sells other fruits, vegetables, coffees, decor and more!
Dogs: No pets are allowed.
More Tampa U-Pick:
- Complete Guide to Farms in Tampa
- Strawberry U-Pick Farms in the Tampa Bay Area
- Peach and Sunflower Picking at Southern Hill Farms
- Orange Picking Near Tampa at Dooley Groves
- Flower Picking at Hunsader Farms in Bradenton, Florida
Albritton Fruit Farms
Schedule: Albritton Fruit Farm is open Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9am – 2pm.
Address: 9600 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241
Phone: 941-780-0888
Price: $6.50 per pound
Attractions: Sunflowers and zinnias are also available for u-pick and there is a fun play area for the kids.
Bob’s Blueberry Farm and U-Pick
Schedule: Open everyday from 8am – 5pm as long as the weather is good Bob’s Blueberry Farm is great for families. Although they do recommend calling before heading out.
Address: 14000 Edwards Rd, Hudson, FL 34669
Phone: 727-534-6480 or 727-237-4485
Price: $4.75 per pound
Payments Accepted: Cash, check and credit cards
Attractions: They also sell homemade jams, sauces, dressings and honey!
Dogs: They are pet friendly!
Upicktopia
Schedule: Upicktopia is open from 9 am to 5pm Friday through Sunday for u-pick.
Address: 19125 Phillips Rd, Masaryktown, FL 34604
Phone: 352-308-0110
Price: $4.50 per pound
Payments Accepted: Cash and Cards
Attractions: Along with blueberries there is a farm stand and many other u-pick items available such as bell peppers, oranges and strawberries. There is also a winery where adults can grab a drink.
Dogs: No pets allowed.
Nadler’s U-Pick Blueberry Farm
Schedule: ** Closed for the 2022 Season ** Nadler’s is open on Saturdays from 8am – 4pm and Sundays 8am to 6pm.
Address: 12834 Kitten Trail, Hudson, FL 34669
Phone: 727-869-3311
Price: $4.00 per pound
Oponay Farms
Schedule: Oponay Farms is open on Fridays and Saturdays from 9am to 4pm.
Address: 5129 Hancock Lake Rd, Lakeland, FL 33812
Phone: 863-698-7994
Price: $4.00 per pound
Payments Accepted: Cash and credit is accepted.
Attractions: Oponay Farms also offers u-pick peaches, blackberries and strawberries. Plus there is homemade honey for sale.
JG Ranch U-Pick
Schedule: JG Ranch is open Thursday through Sunday from 9am – 4pm.
Address: 17200 Wiscon Rd, Brooksville, FL 34601
Phone: 352-799-0556
Price: $6.00 per pound
Payments Accepted: Cash, check and credit cards are accepted.
Attractions: JG Ranch also offers u-pick blackberries and strawberries in addition to blueberries.
Dogs: No animals are allowed.
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Lutz Blueberry Farm
Schedule: The Lutz Blueberry Farm is open everyday from 8am till sunset during blueberry season.
Address: 17807 HWY 41, Lutz, FL 33549
Phone: 813-924-0642
Price: $5.00 per pound
Payments Accepted: Cash or card is accepted although they prefer cash.
Blueberry Blessings
Schedule: Blueberry Blessings is open Tuesday through Friday from 8am – 4pm. As well as Saturday and Sundays from 8am – 5pm.
Address: 14320 Family Trail, Hudson, FL 34669
Phone: 727-207-1758
Price: $4.50 per pound
Payments Accepted: Cash is preferred but both cash and cards are accepted.
Attractions: As well as blueberry picking there are several photo opportunities to stop and take pictures by. The kids will love running around the lawn enjoying the games that are set out to play. There is chess, an egg walk, a water pump duck race and more! They provide a shaded picnic area, restrooms and hand washing stations for everyone to use. In the barn there are drinks and jams available for purchase.
Read More: Everything You Need to Know for Blueberry Picking at Blueberry Blessings
BellaBlue Berry Farm
Schedule: The farm is open select days for u-pick. Please follow along on Facebook to find out exact dates as they change yearly and even weekly. When they are open the hours are usually 9am – 4pm.
Address: 43405 SR 64 E. Myakka Head, FL 34251
Phone: 727-364-4899
Price: $5.50 per pound
Bob’s Berries
Schedule: Bob’s Berries is open for u-pick by appointment only. You can book a time on their website.
Address: 11501 Winn Rd, Riverview, FL 33569
Phone: 813-586-3262
Price: $8 per pound
Payments Accepted: Cash and card are accepted.
Attractions: Organic practices are used on Bob’s Berries Farm. They are a u-pick farm and nursery where you can buy your own plants to take home as well. As well as blueberries they also have blackberries available for u-pick when it is in season.
Dogs: No pets allowed.
When is Blueberry Picking Season in Tampa?
Blueberry season in Tampa is from April to May, usually for a 6-8 week period. Make sure you follow along a few farms social media accounts so that you are alerted to the best time to go blueberry picking in Tampa each year.
Tips for U-Pick Blueberries
- Mother nature is not always predictable so exact dates will vary from year to year. I recommend always checking online before you go.
- Along a similar vein, weather and being “picked out” can affect availability. Follow the farms you’re interested in on social media for last minute updates about rain and running out of ripe fruit.
- Dress appropriately to be outdoors in the Florida heat. Lightweight layers that protect you from the sun, dirt and bugs are a good idea.
- Bring water!
- Don’t forget to bring sun protection. A hat and some sunscreen are a good place to start. The sun is strong in the middle of the day while the farms are open and sunburns are not enjoyable in my experience lol.
- These are real working farms and the ground can be dusty or even muddy. Wear shoes that can get dirty or be easily cleaned off.
- Most importantly: HAVE FUN! Enjoy the time you get to spend together outside in the sun!
Blueberry Picking in Tampa
Tampa, Florida is lucky enough to have so many opportunities for u-pick very close by. Make sure you take advantage by visiting one of these great places to go blueberry picking in Tampa with the whole family. From oranges to strawberries to peaches it feels like we can have fresh fruit nearly all year round. These 13 blueberry u-pick fields in Tampa are the perfect way to spend a warm spring day.
