Strawberry season rolls around in Miami every winter and spring, making a day at a strawberry farm the perfect activity with family and friends. After all, there’s nothing quite like picking your own berries to take home, and luckily for us, the city is spoiled when it comes to u-pick farms. That’s why we’ve put together this list so that you can take your pick of the lot and enjoy some very tasty treats! Plus, many of these charming locations have other outdoor activities like hay rides, farm animals and sunflower fields to enjoy.
Happy picking!
1. Knaus Berry Farm, Homestead
People don’t just line up for gooey cinnamon rolls and milkshakes at Knaus Berry Farm — they go strawberry picking too! The family-owned farm grows its own strawberries to make delicious shakes and you can also pick your own to take home. Keep in mind that they open seasonally from November through mid-April and only accept cash!
Where: 15980 SW 248th St, Homestead, FL 33031
2. The Berry Farms, Redland
It’s all in the name, but there’s also so much to see and experience here. On this farm’s 30 acres of land, you’ll find a sprawling field of sunflowers, fun hay rides, finger-licking barbecue, tasty smoothies and sweet berries that are ripe for picking, of course! They’re usually open from September to May, and don’t forget to try their hearty strawberry treats like strawberry milkshakes and strawberry shortcake!
Where: 13720 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33170
3. Strawberry Fields of Kendall, multiple locations
With different locations in Kendall, West Kendall, Princeton and just off the Turnpike, Strawberry Fields of Kendall is one of the best and most accessible when it comes to strawberry picking in the winter months. This farm grows its strawberries every year to give visitors a true u-pick experience and, as a plus, sells some of the freshest produce in town!
Find all Strawberry Fields of Kendall locations here.
4. Martha’s U-Pick, Redland
This spacious full market and farm makes for the perfect pit stop into Homestead when it comes to selecting fresh berries and other produce like kale, eggplants, zucchini and tomatoes that you can also pick out!
Where: 15701 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33187
5. Family Farms, Davie
Family Farms is found just outside of Fort Lauderdale and is a popular spot for those wanting to get a taste of the countryside! Admission is free, but you do have to pay for what you pick. In addition to strawberries, you can also purchase other produce, visit their petting zoo, take a hay ride and enjoy live music and roasted marshmallows around a bonfire on weekends.
Where: 14950 SW 14th St, Davie, FL 33326
6. Bedner’s Farm, Boynton Beach
If you’re up for a drive, you can head to Palm Beach County from December through April to get your hands on some of the most radiant strawberries at Bedner’s Farm. Afterwards, grab a bite from the farm fresh market, pick out some zinnias and sunflowers, as well as take a tractor ride through the fields!
Where: 10066 Lee Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33473
So there you have it, Miami! These are the best berry-picking options around the city. Just be sure to double check with the farms for updated hours and the status of their strawberries before you head out!