8 Blackberry Picking Virginia - PYO Farms Updated 2025

Blackberry season is almost here in Virginia, and I can't wait to head out for some fresh picking. Whether you've done it before or you're thinking about trying it for the first time with your family, visiting a pick-your-own farm is such a fun and tasty way to enjoy summer. I put together all the details for 8 great blackberry farms in Virginia, along with a few tips on what to expect this season and some of my favorite recipes to try after you bring your berries home.

Table of Contents for Blackberry Picking in Maryland

Blackberry Season
Fauquier County (3)
Spotsylvania County (1)
Virginia Beach and Chesapeake (2)
Mathews and Nelson Counties (2)
Blackberry Recipes

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Blackberry Season Near Me In Virginia

Blackberry season in Virginia typically runs from late June through August, offering a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy fresh, locally-grown blackberries. One tips is to pick blackberries when they are fully ripe. This usually means they are a deep black color and come off the vine easily with a slight tug. Unripe berries will be red or purple and won't ripen after picking. Below are 10 of the best farms, complete with addresses, seasonal hours, and amenities for each.

Fauquier County Blackberry Picking Virginia

1) Great Country Farms - Virginia Thornless Blackberry Picking

Great Country Farms' Blackberry Bonanza are their most popular berry and grow on thornless canes which are on trellises making it easier for picking.

Address: 18780 Foggy Bottom Road, Bluemont, VA 20135
2025 Status: "Hoping for blackberries mid to late July" but not sure yet as of mid- July.
Distance from DC: Approximately 60 miles (about 1 hour 20 minutes drive)
Season Hours: Peak season is the last week of July and the first week of August.
Amenities: Farm market, bakery, cider, play area, wagon rides, ninja center, petting zoo, splash pad
Website: Great Country Farms
Nearby Attractions: Bluemont Vineyard and Dirt Farm Brewing Company are both kid-friendly and located right across the road!

2) Green Truck Farm

Address: 3015 Hartland Lane, Markham, VA 22643
Distance from DC: Approximately 55 miles (about 1 hour drive)
2025 Update: "Hi folks! Blackberries have come back and are ready to be picked
We'll be open Wednesday thru Saturday, 9 - 2.
Veggies and red raspberries are just about a week away right now." - July 16, 2025
Season Hours: July to August daily from 8 am to 6 pm, check the website for daily harvest updates.
Amenities: Farm market, picnic areas, petting zoo, seasonal events
Website: Green Truck Farm

3) Hartland Orchard Virginia Peach and Blackberry Picking

Address: 3064 Hartland Lane, Markham, VA 22643
Distance from DC: Approximately 55 miles (about 1 hour drive)
2025 Updates: No blackberries this year but Peaches are available in mid-July!
Season Hours: July and August but check their website and Facebook page for up-to-date info.
Amenities: Farm market, picnic areas
Website: Hartland Orchard

Spotsylvania County Virginia Blackberry Picking

4) Braehead Farm - (Famous for strawberries but great for blackberries too!)

Address: 1130 Tyler Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Distance from DC: Approximately 55 miles (about 1 hour drive)
2025 Update:
- Raspberries, Golden raspberries and a small amount of Black Raspberries – Pick your own is $2.99 per 1/4 pound (about a 1/2 pint container). Prepicked in the market is $3.99 per 1/4 pound.
- Blueberries and Blackberries are – Pick your own is $3.99 per 1/2 pound (about a pint container). Pre-picked in the market – $4.99 per 1/2 pound.
Season Hours: Usually July and August but their website updates for daily picking.
Amenities: Farm market, picnic areas, playground, restrooms
Website: Braehead Farm

Blackberry Picking Near the Virginia Beaches!

5) Virginia Beach (City) - Blackberry Picking Henley Farm and Henley Farm Market

Address: 3484 Charity Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Distance from DC: Approximately 220 miles (about 3 hours 30 minutes drive)
Season Hours: June to August, open daily from 8 am to 6 pm
Amenities: Fresh produce market, picnic areas, seasonal events
Website: Henley Farm
2025 Update: Check Facebook page. Current Update as of July 16: We are open daily from 7am-6pm. Sweet White Corn- Already Picked is $7.50/dozen or $0.75/ear Place your orders for 5 dozen or more. The blackberries are slowing down. Come get them while you still can. $4.19/pound or $6.50/pint. Sunflowers are $1.00/stem or 6 for $5.00

6) Chesapeake (City) - Mount Pleasant Farms Blackberry Picking

In addition to berry picking, families can enjoy the farm store, which offers local produce, baked goods, and honey. A small petting zoo adds extra fun for little ones.

Address: 2201 Mount Pleasant Road, Chesapeake, VA
Website: mtpleasantfarms.com
2025 Status: Check Facebook page before you go! Update as of July 16, 2025:
Peaches and blackberries will be closed for u-pick today and Wednesday. We’ll reassess Thursday and keep you posted on any updates!

Fresh & local produce, eggs, and honey inside. The play ground petting zoo are open. Winston and Pinto are always happy to see you, and even happier when snacks are involved! (Feed cups available inside the store.)

Come see us 10am-5pm!

Blackberry Picking in Matthews & Nelson Counties

7) Mathews County Lew Bristow's Blackberry Farm

Address: 21394 John Clayton Memorial Hwy, North, VA 23128

Distance from DC: Approximately 130 miles (about 2 hours 30 minutes drive)
Season Hours: July to August, daily from 8 am to 5 pm
Amenities: Picnic areas, restrooms
Website: Lew Bristow's Blackberry Farm

8) Nelson County Critzer Family Farm

Address: 9388 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, VA 22920
Distance from DC: Approximately 145 miles (about 2 hours 30 minutes drive)
Season Hours: July to August, Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 6 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 6 pm
Amenities: Farm market, picnic areas, seasonal events
Website: Critzer Family Farm
2025: Update as of July 16, closed for the season.

My Kids' Favorite Blackberry Recipes for After Your Picking

Disclaimer: These are Canva Pro photos of pro recipes but my kids fav with 2 ingredients is below too :)

One of my fondest summer childhood memories involves a simple yet delightful treat: blackberries in a bowl with milk and a dustin of sugar. This "recipe," if you can call it that, was my go-to comfort food in the summer .

Now, my children have taken this beloved tradition and added their own creative twist. They call it "Blackberry Cereal," which involves mixing blackberries with milk and a little sugar, just like I used to do. However, they've found a way to elevate this treat into something even more special. They place their concoction in the freezer until it’s partially frozen, then they smash it up to create what they fondly refer to as "Blackberry Ice Cream."