Farmers Market scaled e1687803975955 Fulfill your summer blueberry and blackberry picking dreams at these 5 patches near Birmingham — Freshly picked blueberries at the Farmers Market at Pepper Place (Grace Brindley / Bham Now)

June is the perfect time to pick blueberries and blackberries. Not only are these berries in season and superbly ripe, but gathering them is a fun summertime activity to do with your friends. Fortunately, Alabama has a variety of great options where you can go. Whether you are a blueberry or blackberry fan, we have you covered. Here are some spots near Birmingham where you can pick both kinds of berries.

1. Bagwell Blueberry Farm in Cullman

pile of mulberries and blueberries — Photo by Kateryna Moskalova on Unsplash

This longstanding berry picking farm has not yet opened for summer, but check out their Facebook to stay updated. Bagwell also includes hiking and picnicking,

Hours: Monday-Saturday 8AM-5PM
Location: 228 Co Rd 721, Cullman, AL 35055
Website | Facebook | Instagram

2. Dry Valley Vineyard

Jams and Jellies Fulfill your summer blueberry and blackberry picking dreams at these 5 patches near Birmingham — Homemade jams and jellies at Pepper Place (Grace Brindley / Bham Now)

Dry Valley Vineyard describes their berries as as ideal for jams and jellies. BONUS: Your kids can pick free of charge.

Hours: Sunday 1-5:30PM | Monday-Saturday 8AM-6PM
Location: 1280 Highway 89 Montevallo, AL, 35115 US
Website

3. Holmestead Farm

Do you enjoy a variety of fruits? With pick-your-own produce that change daily, Homestead has an assortment of options. In addition to fresh blueberries and blackberries, choose from Montmorency Tart Cherries, Yellow Peaches and more.

Hours: Sunday 1-5PM | Monday-Saturday 8AM-5PM
Location: 6582 Clay, Co Rd 7, Waldo, AL 35160
Website | Facebook | Instagram

4. Mountain Meadows Farm

variety of fruits — Photo by Kamala Bright on Unsplash

Along with blueberries and blackberries, the crop at Mountain Meadows this season includes plums, peaches, nectarines, grapes, Asian pears, pears and apples.

Hours: Sunday-Saturday 6AM-noon | Call ahead to make sure the farm is open
Location: 1824 Co Rd 30, Columbiana, AL 35051
Website | Facebook | Instagram

5. Pocahontas Produce in McCalla

7c5ada1b 4c77 4003 b151 7b2c743cd686 Fulfill your summer blueberry and blackberry picking dreams at these 5 patches near Birmingham — “Blueberry Picking Season” by Melinda Young Stuart is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Slather on some sunscreen, pack your best basket and head to Pocahontas Produce this weekend to pick for only $15.00 per gallon!

Hours: Saturdays and Sundays, 7AM-6PM | To pick during the week make an appointment
Location: 6146 Pocahontas Road, Bessemer, AL 35022
Website

Get updates like this delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for Bham Now’s free newsletter today.