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Blueberry Picking in New York: What You Need to Know
Looking for blueberry picking in New York? Below is every location mapped across the state, filterable by city or ZIP code so you can find the one closest to you.
Mid-Atlantic Blueberry Country
New Jersey anchors the mid-Atlantic's blueberry identity, with Hammonton in the Pine Barrens calling itself the Blueberry Capital of the World on the strength of enormous highbush production that supplies fresh and processed berries nationwide. Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore share the same favorable sandy, acidic Delmarva soil, while Pennsylvania and Virginia contribute their own smaller commercial farms. The season here generally runs from late June through July, often overlapping with the region's peach harvest at the same farms.
Best Time for Blueberry Picking in New York
July in the Hudson Valley, just ahead of the region's much larger apple harvest.
Tips for Blueberry Picking in New York
Conditions for blueberry picking in New York can shift quickly with the weather, so it's worth checking a location's current status before making the drive. Bring cash, since smaller family-run spots aren't always set up to take cards.