Fulfill your summer blueberry and blackberry picking dreams at these 5 patches near Birmingham

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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

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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,

2. Dry Valley Vineyard

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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.

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.

4. Mountain Meadows Farm

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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.

5. Pocahontas Produce in McCalla

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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!

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