3 u-pick vineyards + farms for muscadines and scuppernongs in Central Alabama
BySarah Morgan Freeman
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Although the end of summer can be bittersweet, it also signals the start of muscadine and scuppernong season.
Read more to find out where you can pick the best muscadines and scuppernongs near Birmingham this season.
This guide was originally created in September 2019 and was last updated in September 2024.
What are muscadines + scuppernongs?
Muscadines and scuppernongs are large, seeded, thick-skinned grapes with a sweet, tangy taste native to the Southeast.
These delicious fruits are full of nutrition and can be used to make a variety of jams, jellies, fruit butter, pies and wine.
To fulfill my craving, I decided to find a few u-pick farms and vineyards around Central Alabama to visit and snag some of my favorite summer fruits.
Treat yourself to some fresh, homegrown muscadines and scuppernongs before the season comes to an end.
1. Morgan Creek Winery
Morgan Creek Winery, located 45 minutes southeast of Birmingham, has been producing some of Alabama’s sweetest grapes and wine for decades.
During the summer, you can pick muscadines and scuppernongs for $10 a gallon or $45 for five gallons. They also offer complimentary tours and tastings six days a week from 10AM-6PM.
Don’t forget to check out their full list of wines with Birmingham inspired names like Vulcan Red and Cahaba White.
- Where: 181 Morgan Creek Lane, Harpersville, AL
- Hours: Monday-Saturday 10AM-6PM | Closed Sunday
- Contact: (205) 672-2053
2. Petals from the Past
Petals from the Past, located 45 minutes south of Birmingham, has been growing some of Alabama’s finest muscadines since 1994.
From mid-August to late September, they offer u-pick deals for all patrons at $6 per pound.
Select the muscadines that catch your eye, then enjoy a complimentary guided tour through their gardens and lush fruit fields.
- Where: 16034 Co Rd 29, Jemison, AL 35085
- Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9AM-3PM | Sunday 1-3PM | Closed Monday
- Contact: (205) 646-0069
3. Sleepy Hollow Blueberry Farm
Contrary to their name, Sleepy Hollow Blueberry Farm grows much more than just blueberries.
Located about 40 minutes north of Birmingham, this farm takes muscadine and scuppernong season very seriously.
For a wonderful selection of fruit and even better company, be sure to check them out.
- Where: 877 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Hayden, Alabama
- Hours: Daily 7AM-8PM
- Contact: (205) 568-3513
Although the season usually lasts throughout the end of September, sometimes Mother Nature has other plans. Be sure to call ahead to each farm or vineyard to make sure there’s still plenty to be picked.
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Contributors to this guide include Hannah Chambley + Sarah Morgan Freeman.
