🍂 Pick your own
Celebrate autumn with crisp apples, golden pumpkins, and vibrant local flavors. Here’s your go-to guide for what to pick—and when to pick it—across the Shore.
🧺 What to Pick (Late August through October)
| Crop | Peak Picking Time |
|---|---|
| 🍎 Apples | Sept 1 – Oct 25 |
| 🍐 Pears | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| 🍇 Grapes | Sept 10 – Sept 20 |
| 🍓 Fall Raspberries | Sept 1 – Sept 20 |
| 🎃 Pumpkins | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| 🍅 Tomatoes | Until Oct 15 |
| 🌶️ Peppers | Until Nov 5 |
| 🥦 Broccoli & Cabbage | Until Nov |
🌾 Where to Pick
- Hill Creek Farms (Mullica Hill)
- (856) 223-0028
- Hallock’s U-Pick Farm & Greenhouse LLC (New Egypt)
- (609) 758-8847
- Duffield’s Farm (Sewell) – (856) 589-7090
- Champion U-Pick Blueberry Farm (Whiting) – (732) 350-4467
- Battleview Orchards (Freehold) – (732) 462-0756
- Silverton Farms (Toms River) – (732) 244-2621
- Daydream Farm (Wall) – (732) 618-9535
- Delicious Orchards (Colts Neck) – (732) 462-1989
- Argos Farm (Forked River) – (609) 693-3513
🍁 Tips for a Perfect Harvest Day
- 📞 Call ahead – Weather can shift ripening dates by 1–2 weeks
- 🧺 Bring your own containers or check farm policies
- 📸 Capture the moment – Sunflower fields and scenic backdrops abound
- 🎃 Plan for extras – Hayrides, corn mazes, cider tastings, and local folklore events often run alongside harvest weekends
