Where to Go Berry Picking In Whatcom County, Bellingham, Wa.

Are you looking for a local, pick-your-own farm in Whatcom County, Washington State? U-pick farms are a big part of summer, and Whatcom County has some of the best strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry picking in the nation. There are many kid-friendly u-pick berry farms along with u-pick apple farms and pumpkin patches. We also have quite a few u-cut Christmas tree farms, making it easy to create holiday traditions with your family.

Since it’s not an activity causing huge groups and outdoors, it’s the right choice for families.  Not only will you get to support local farms, but you’ll also get plenty of fresh berries to head home with after leaving Lynden. These are all a short drive from the Farmstead.

Here on the Farmstead, we do have 55 acres of raspberries you can roam through and pick. If you are looking for large quantities, we ask that you go to one of the u-pick farms located a short drive from the Farmstead. 

When can you find berry picking in Whatcom County: 

Early summer into late summer is best for most berries. Strawberries will be best during mid to late June, while raspberries will be better in July and August.
Blackberries are usually best during June and July, but you will want to wait until late July or early August for the best blueberries. It’s always a good idea to contact the farm ahead of time to find out what’s ripe before you head out. 

We truly live in the land of plentiful berries. Whatcom County, on its own, produces 75% of our nation’s raspberries. We may not be quite as famous for our blueberries and strawberries, but locals know these tasty summer delicacies are just as impressive. So get out there and snag yourself some u-pick berries. And, only in case your summer weekends are already booked solid, farmers will be ready for fall for all the apple and pumpkin goodness you could hope for.

Berry Picking in Whatcom County has so many farms open to the public that there is something for everyone – organic, no-spray, conventional, farm stand, u-pick, family-friendly, business and restaurant on-site, rustic DIY Style, and everything in between. To narrow it down a bit, I’ve chosen to focus on a few smaller, perhaps less well-known, no-spray and organic farms.

There is something special to me about finding a farm that none of my guests know about, getting an excellent deal on ultra-fresh berries, and one of these off-the-beaten-path adventures is just up the road from us. A friend of ours has No-Spray blueberries. Another hidden gem is Home Farm Family, and I consider it a one-stop-shop with a farmstand. You can find the details below.

What makes a beautiful Lynden afternoon even better? A trip to pick your strawberries!  Just a short drive from the Farmstead is a very popular U-pick called Barbies Berries. Be prepared to pick a bunch because it’s hard to pass any up once you start picking. Take a deep breath when you arrive on the field because the air smells like strawberries!

Here are some of my favorite U pick Farms in Whatcom County.