2024 Central Indiana Blackberry U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Blackberry U-Pick Orchards in Central Indiana in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for blackberries that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have blackberries orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

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Clay County

• Scottish Acres - Blackberries, Red Raspberries, Yellow Raspberries
  487 S Co Rd 800 E, Bowling Green, IN 47833. Phone: 812-251-6480. Email: michael@scottishacres.com. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover . . June-September, by appointment only, call to see what's available and to set up a picking appointment; check website often for specific times once season starts.See their website for directionsblackberries : July; Red Raspberries : July and September; Yellow Raspberries : July and September

Decatur County

• Newpoint Berry Farm - blackberries, U-pick and already picked
  East County Road 150 South, Greensburg, IN 47240. Phone: 812-528-7479. Email: newpointberry@gmail.com. Open: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 9 am to 7 pm Saturday and Sunday, from 9 am to 6 pm June 25 to August 15. Directions: from Indianapolis, take 74 East to the New Point exit #143, turn left off the exit, cross over the interstate and turn right on County Road 150 South. The patch is about a quarter mile up on the left. There is parking by the building. from Cincinnati, take 74 West to the New Point exit #143, turn right off the exit, turn right on County Road 150 South. The patch is about a quarter mile up on the left. There is parking by the building. For a map to our farm, . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: July 06, 2016)

Franklin County

• Alpine Berry Farm - Uses natural growing practices, blackberries, blueberries, Honey from hives on the farm, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area you may bring your own food
  26185 Pocket Road, Batesville, IN 47006. Phone: (812) 934-6677. Email: kathrynscooley@gmail.com. Open: Typically Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8 am to noon; Check our Facebook page or website for up to date information If you are driving any distance, we recommend calling before leaving to make sure there are berries left to pick; We do not recommend wearing sandals in the blueberry patch. Directions: Take I74 to Batesville exit, turn south toward Batesville. Go to stoplight at highway 46. Turn right. Go approximately 1 mile to yellow flashing light \(Batesville High School is on the right\), Turn right on to Huntersville Road. Go 1 mile to first stop sign. Turn left onto Pocket Road. Go 1.8 miles to Alpine Berry Farm. Most of the road signs are missing, so follow the landmarks mentioned. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
  Alpine Berry Farm Facebook page. We are generally open Fathers Day to Labor Day, although this changes from year to yearTake I74 to Batesville exit, turn south toward Batesville. Go to stoplight at highway 46. Turn right. Go approximately 1 mile to yellow flashing light (Batesville High School is on the right), Turn right on to Huntersville Road. Go 1 mile to first stop sign. Turn left onto Pocket Road. Go 1.8 miles to. Most of the road signs are missing, so follow the landmarks mentionedBlueberries are seasonally available mid June to Mid August. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified OrganicWe have 8 varieties of blueberries. We raise our berries using organic principles, though we do not have organic certification. ( UPDATED: July 27, 2014)

Hancock County

• Sunnyside Greenhouses - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, blackberries, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (black), raspberries (Autumn, purple),
  3185 E 700 N, Greenfield, IN 46140. Phone: (317) 326-3129. Email: Sunnyside.greenhouses@sunnysidegreenhousesllc.com. Open: Hours vary considerably; please see our website or Facebook page for current availability and hours. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx, AndroidPay, ApplePay, SFMNP Vouchers.
  Sunnyside Greenhouses Facebook page. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals (ADDED: May 01, 2022)
• Tuttle Orchards - apples, blackberries, pumpkins, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  5717 North 300 West, Greenfield, IN 46140. Phone: 317-326-2278. Email: staff@tuttleorchards.com. Open: Pick your own apples is open Labor Day weekend through middle of October Monday through Wednesday from 9am to 6pm; Thursday through Saturday from 9am to 7pm; Closed Sunday Pick your own green beans are open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm during the season which is typically June and July; Pick your own blackberries are open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm during the season which is typically early to mid August. Directions: We are located three miles north and three miles east of the Mount Comfort Road Interstate 70 Exit. We are approximately 30 minutes from downtown Indianapolis, approximately 2o minutes from Lawrence, Geist, Fishers, Greenfield, and Fortville. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, WIC Vouchers.
  Tuttle Orchards Facebook page. Fax: 317-326-8674 Picking updates: Click here for picking updatesPick your own apples are available from Labor Day weekend until middle of October; Fall Festivities including corn maze, kid's ar Saturday, concessions, farm animals, and hayrides begin with kickoff Caramel Apple Festival Saturday in early September and run through October 31stWe offer year round farm activities for the whole family. Spring: Greenhouses and Bedding Plants Summer: Homegrown fruits and vegetables Fall: fall activities, apples, pumpkins, school tours Winter: Shipping of apples, Fruit Baskets.

Madison County

• Wild Blackberry Farms - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, blackberries, Honey from hives on the farm, Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, farm market, restrooms, picnic area you may bring your own food, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
  10728 S 700 W, Fortville, IN 46040. Phone: (317) 502-1210. Email: hello@wildblackberryfarms.com. Open: Call for current hours. Directions: 12 mile south of Ingalls post office on 700 West \(South Alfonte Street\). We will also be having our Second Annual Blackberry Festival at Wild Blackberry Farms on Saturday typically in late July from 8 am to 8 pm. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Venmo, PayPal, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Venmo, PayPal, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  Wild Blackberry Farms Facebook page. 1/2 mile south of Ingalls post office on 700 West (South Alfonte Street). We will also be having our Second Annual Blackberry Festival at on Saturday typically in late July from 8 am to 8 pm. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicalsWe are a family-owned blackberry farm and wedding and event venue located on 40 wooded, rolling acres in Fortville, Indiana, just 10 minutes northeast of Fishers. We are conveniently located to Carmel, Greenfield, Noblesville, Westfield, Indianapolis and the surrounding communities and within approximately 10 miles of Interstate 70 and State Road 9 and within 5 miles Interstate 69 and State Road 13. (UPDATED: June 08, 2022)

Marion County

• Driving Wind Blueberry Farm - strawberries, blueberries, blackberries
  Michigan Rd & W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46268. Phone: 317-257-3001. Open: by appointment, call for an appointment. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. See their website for directionsThey offer U-pick blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, fall mums, local honey, fruit dressings, preserves, local produce and more.

Morgan County

• Zink Berry Farm - Uses natural growing practices, blackberries, blueberries, currants (red and black), blue plums, chestnuts, raspberries (Spring, red), raspberries (Autumn, red), Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, farm market, restrooms, petting zoo, farm animals, school tours
  5878 S. Skinner Road, Morgantown, IN 46160. Phone: 765-346-9813. Email: planecrazypilot2002@yahoo.com. Open: Raspberries are ready the first week of June; Currants are usually ready by the second week of June; Blueberries are usually starting to ripen by June 15th to September; Blackberries are usually ready in July and last until September. Directions: Take Marion Street off State Road 135 \(in Morgantown\) to the T and turn right onto Lick Creek Road. Go to the first road to the left which is Skinner Road. Turn left onto Skinner Road and go approximately one mile to Zink Berry Farm located on the right hand side at 5878 South Skinner Road. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
  Zink Berry Farm Facebook page. Take Marion Street off State Road 135 (in Morgantown) to the T and turn right onto Lick Creek Road. Go to the first road to the left which is Skinner Road. Turn left onto Skinner Road and go approximately one mile to located on the right hand side at 5878 South Skinner RoadWe are hoping to have a berry fest in October with sack races for all ages, pie eating contests, horseshoe pitching contest, a dunk tank, goat milking demonstration, goat foot trimming demonstration, goat packing demonstration, petting zoo and many fun things to do for all ages. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. and Kiko Goats Facebook page

Parke County

• Ditzler Farm (formerly Cherrywood Farm) - apples, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, U-pick and already picked, picnic area
  8184 South, 625 West, Rosedale, IN 47874. Phone: 765-548-0582. Email: cherrywoodfarm@gmail.com. Open: Strawberry U - Pick begins in late May and runs for about 5 weeks; Picking hours begin at 7:30 am , Monday through Saturday; Sunday 9 am; U-pick - May to November. Directions: Located just 1 mile east of US 41 near Lyford, Indiana. From the north, follow US41 south from Rockville for about 10 miles to CR900 South. Turn left and continue for 1 mile to crossroad 625 West and follow the signs. From the south, follow US41 north for about 11 miles from Terre Haute center. Turn right at CR900 South, after railroad overpass, and continue to crossroad 625 West and follow the signs. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
  Ditzler Farm (formerly Cherrywood Farm) Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: 765-376-0138Fresh apple cider - all natural. Scoop shop featuring Glover's Ice Cream. Jams, apple butter, fruit ciders. Locally owned since 1970. Blueberry U - Pick begins in late June and continues for 3 weeks; Blackberry U - pick begins Mid - July and continues for 5 weeks; Picking hours for blueberries and blackberries begin at 9 am Strawberries are usually in good supply. Blueberries and Blackberries are often picked out early as our supply had not yet met our demand. Please call the number listed for updates during the season or text 765-376-0138. Cherrywood farm offers a lovely, quiet setting the whole family will enjoy. Access assistance is available. Picked berries are sold at Ditzler Orchard, 8902 South, 625 West, and at the field. We are the u-pick berries for Ditzler Orchard. We also offer u-pick apples at the orchard. (UPDATED: June 20, 2019)

Vigo County

• Fresh on Cypress - blackberries, U-pick and already picked, farm market, porta-potties
  15200 S Cypress Street, Terre Haute, IN 47802. Phone: (812) 512-1610. Email: freshoncypress@gmail.com. Open: Our season is expected to run mid June - early September; Sunday: 10am to 5pm Monday: CLOSED Tuesday: 8am to 7pm Wednesday: 8am to 7pm Thursday: CLOSED Friday: 8am to 7pm Saturday: 8am to 7pm Hours and season are subject to change; Please check our website for the most current information. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard.
  Fresh on Cypress Facebook page. Summer Berry Bash usually in JulyWe started our family-owned and operated blackberry farm in 2016 and officially opened to the public in 2017. Our blackberries are available pre-picked, or u-pick (picked by you!). Our blackberries are sold by weight, with one pound averaging a quart-sized container.(UPDATED: June 22, 2018) (ADDED: May 22, 2017)

Wayne County

• Bell's Strawberry Farm - asparagus, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries
  16447 State Road 38, Hagerstown, IN 47346. Phone: 765-489-5753. Email: edbell@ruraltek.com. Open: May, June, July. Directions: It is easy to find us. We are located one mile west of Hagerstown, IN on State Road 38. Half way between Indianapolis Indiana and Dayton Ohio. From Interstate 70 take exit north to State Road 1. Follow State Road 1 north to the first flashing four way stop. Turn west \(left\) and go through Hagerstown. From the western edge of Hagerstown go exactly one mile. Watch for the strawberry signs \(in season\). Our drive way is on the south side of the State Road 38. . Click here for a map and directions. Fax: 765 489 6136 It is easy to find us. We are located one mile west of Hagerstown, IN on State Road 38. Half way between Indianapolis Indiana and Dayton Ohio. From Interstate 70 take exit north to State Road 1. Follow State Road 1 north to the first flashing four way stop. Turn west (left) and go through Hagerstown. From the western edge of Hagerstown go exactly one mile. Watch for the strawberry signs (in season). Our drive way is on the south side of the State Road 38. Click here for a map to our farm. We are open Our hours are: Monday to Saturday 8 AM to 7 PM Closed Sundays Asparagus: Starts around Tax Day or April 15 Strawberries: Memorial Day to Father's Day Raspberries and Blackberries: Start around the Fourth of July Please see our website for more information.

 

Blackberry

Blackberry Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Blackberries typically peak during June in the South of the U.S., and in July in the north and in Canada. Crops are ready at various times of the month depending on which part of the state you are located. In order to produce good local Blackberries, producers depend on ideal spring and early summer weather conditions. See this page for a list of blackberry festivals around the U.S.

Before you leave to go to the farm:

1. Always call before you go to the farm - And when they are in season, a large turnout can pick a field clean before noon, so CALL first!
2. Leave early.  On weekends, then fields may be picked clean by NOON!
    
3. Most growers furnish picking containers designed for Blackberries, but they may charge you for them; be sure to call before you go to see if you need to bring containers.
   If you use your own containers, remember that heaping Blackberries more than 5 inches deep will bruise the lower berries. Plastic dishpans, metal oven pans with 3 inch tall sides and large pots make good containers. I like the Glad storage containers like the one at right.
4. Bring something to drink and a few snacks; you'd be surprised how you can work up a thirst and appetite! And don't forget hats and sunscreen for the sun. Bugs usually aren't a problem, but some deet might be good to bring along if it has been rainy.

Tips on How to Pick Blackberries

1. There are two types of blackberries to know about: thorny and thornless! Obviously, the thornless are easier to pick, but some people claim the thorny varieties are sweeter. With the thorny plants, you want to reach into the plant in the gaps, so you don't need to touch anything but the berry you're after, avoiding the thorns.
2. A ripe blackberry is deep black with a plump, full feel. It will pull free from the plant with only a slight tug.  If the berry is red or purple, it's not ripe yet.
3. Repeat these operations using both hands until each holds 3 or 4 berries. Unlike strawberries, blackberries are usually pretty tough, I dump mine into the bucket. Repeat the picking process with both hands.
4. Don't overfill your containers or try to pack the berries down.

General Picking Tips

Whether you pick Blackberries from your garden or at a Pick-Your-Own farm, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

1. Pick only the berries that are fully black. Reach in between the stems to grab for hidden berries ready for harvest. Bend down and look up into the plant and you will find loads of berries that other people missed!
2. Avoid placing the picked berries in the sunlight any longer than necessary. It is better to put them in the shade of a tree or shed than in the car trunk or on the car seat. Cool them as soon as possible after picking. Blackberries may be kept fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week, depending upon the initial quality of the berry. After a few days in storage, however, the fruit loses its bright color and fresh flavor and tends to shrivel.

When you get home

1. DON'T wash the berries until you are ready to use them or freeze them.  Washing makes them more prone to spoiling.
2. Pour them out into shallow pans and remove any mushed, soft or rotting berries
3. Put a couple of days supply into the fridge, wash  off the others, drain them and freeze them up! (Unless you're going to make jam right away) Blackberries are less perishable than blueberries or strawberries, but refrigerate them as soon as possible after picking. Temperatures between 34 F and 38 F are best, but, be careful not to freeze the blackberries (while they are in the fridge)!
4. Even under ideal conditions blackberries will only keep for a week in a refrigerator, so for best flavor and texture, use them as soon as possible after purchase

Blackberry Recipes, Freezing and Jam directions

1. How to make Blackberry jam - It is VERY easy - especially with our free Blackberry jam directions - very easy!
2. How to make Blackberry jelly
3. How to freeze berries
4. Blackberry syrup, make and can it! 
5. Seedless blackberry pie!
6. Blackberry Festivals: Where, When and More to Find an Blackberry Festival Near You this year:

Blackberry Facts and Tips

• Black Raspberries, also known as "black caps" are a very healthy food; packed with anthocyanins!
• The USDA says 1 cup of blackberries has about 62 calories.
• 1 cup of blackberries, not packed down weighs about 140 grams.
• Select plump, firm, fully blackberries. Unripe berries will not ripen once picked.
• Ohio State University's Article Regarding Their Prevention of Cancer
• Oregon Berry Black Raspberry Brochure
• Blackberry tea was said to be a cure for dysentery during the Civil War. During outbreaks of dysentery, temporary truces were declared to allow both Union and Confederate soldiers to "go blackberrying" to forage for blackberries to ward off the disease.
• Blackberries were enjoyed by the ancient Greeks, who believed them to be a cure for diseases of the mouth and throat, as well as a preventative against many ailments, including gout.
• The blackberry leaf was also used as an early hair dye, having been recommended by Culpeper, the English herbalist, to be boiled in a lye solution in order to "maketh the hair black".
• Guide to blackberry varieties
• Researchers have known for quite some time that berries contain antioxidants which help to fight cancer causing free radicals.  A study at the University of Ohio has found that blackberries are the most potent cancer fighting berries of them all, by nearly 40 percent!
• U-pick Blackberry farms typically sell berries by the pound. A quart equals 1 and 1/2 pounds of fresh berries.
• Do the math and be careful not to over-purchase as Blackberries quickly mold when left at room temperature, and only last a couple of days in the refrigerator.
• You can easily freeze berries that you cannot use right away - just wash, cut the hulls off and pop them into a ziplock bag, removing as much air as possible.  Those vacuum food sealers REALLY do a good job of this! The berries will keep for many months frozen without air.
• Want to go to a blackberry festival? See this page for a list!

 

 

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

• Farm markets and roadside stands
• Local Honey Finder
• Local Meat, Milk and Eggs
• Venues: Farms, Wineries, Orchards for your event, wedding or party
• Easter egg hunts
• Children"s consignment sales
• Fruit and vegetable festivals
• Winery tours and wine tastings
• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
• Corn mazes
• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
• Environmental resources
• Consumer fraud information
• Wholesale food sources
• Resources for Farmers