Local U-Pick Farms | Southwest Michigan

June 6, 2022

While you can visit a farmer's market for produce, you can shorten the supply chain even further: grab a basket and venture into the fields at a U-Pick Farm. Here are some of the many DIY farms nearest to Garden Grove Inn.

If you'd rather, check out our listing of local farmer's markets where you can make a quick pick-up of some fresh produce without all the work! 

Local U-Pick Farms | Southwest Michigan, Garden Grove Inn Bed & Breakfast

Sherer’s 5118 Hollywood Rd. St. Joseph | 22 minute drive

Sherer’s grows four varieties of strawberries: Allstars, Wendys, Jewels, Flavor Fest. Their two locations are open during the month of June from 8AM-5PM daily. 

 

Lemon Creek – 533 E. Lemon Creek Rd. Berrien Springs | 21 minute drive

Lemon Creek has a market and a U-Pick option for in-season fruits. Pick raspberries, grapes or apples, or grab a few already-picked peaches and cherries. You might also stay for some wine and amazing live music after a fruity afternoon!

 

Klug Blueberries11984 Landon Rd. Baroda | 16 minute drive

There are six varieties of blueberries you can find on this 4th generation family farm.

 

Berry Lucky3542 Lemon Creek Rd. Bridgman | 15 minute drive

Opening on National Blueberry Day, July 8, Berry Lucky Farm has run a U-Pick farm for generations. Their beautiful 6 acres tends to be less busy for a peaceful outing. 

 

Stover’s 7837 M-139, Berrien Springs | 27 minute drive

Running for 30 years, Stover’s U-Pick and farm market is a family tradition for many. They grow apples, blackberries, grapes, nectarines, peaches, plums, raspberries, sour cherries, and strawberries. Open June-October, Monday-Saturday, 9AM-5PM.

 

Bixby’s 5745 Pokagon Rd. Berrien Springs | 30 minute drive

Bixby’s will have you pie-ready with fresh rhubarb and strawberries. You’ll also find asparagus, ramps, radishes, and more. Open 10-4 Fridays and 10-6 Saturdays.

 

Williams Orchard9456 N 500 E, Rolling Prairie, IN | 15 minute drive

Although Williams Orchard is a wedding venue, their 135 acre farm also offers U-Pick for apples on Sundays starting in September.

 

Dinges Fall Harvest - 15219 Mill Rd, Three Oaks, MI 49128 | 12 minute drive

This family farm transforms into a Halloween Haven every fall, offering more gourds and pumpkins varieties than you've ever seen! They also bring the holiday to life with corn mazes, hayrides, games and other Halloween-inspired activities. Open daily in season (September/October)

 

With all farms, call ahead to check pricing and the availability of produce. And, no need to BYOB: they will supply you with a basket! For more on what is in season when, check out this handy graphic from CultivateMichigan.org 

Local U-Pick Farms | Southwest Michigan, Garden Grove Inn Bed & Breakfast
Source: https://www.cultivatemichigan.org/

Local U-Pick Farms | Southwest Michigan, Garden Grove Inn Bed & BreakfastLocal U-Pick Farms | Southwest Michigan, Garden Grove Inn Bed & Breakfast