2024 Northern Georgia Tomato U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Tomato U-Pick Orchards in Northern Georgia in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for tomatoes that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have tomatoes 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.

Gordon County

• 411 Pick-N-Pay - Uses natural growing practices, corn (sweet), peas, peppers, pumpkins, summer squash, tomatoes, other vegetables,
  864 highway 411 NE, Ranger, GA 30734. Phone: 770-608-7497. Open: Monday to Sunday, from 7 am to 9 pm, spring, summer, and fall as long as vegetables are available. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. 834284/?f411 Pick-N-Pay We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. You can get some great fresh tomatoes at a low price here, especially towards the end of the season in August! You do not have to call a head or make an appointment as long as it is daylight. all you have to do is pull up, get what you want, and leave the money in the pay box. (ADDED: February 23, 2016)
• Cedar Hill Farms - beans, cucumbers, peppers, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, and prepicked produce
  274 Cedar Hill Drive SW, Calhoun, GA 30701. Phone: 706-629-5400. Email: benmar519@aol.com. Open: Weds. Directions: national guard armory take hwy156 toward Rosedale, one mile on left New Zion church turn left, first road on left, look for long white fence on left.... . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. . Fax: 706-629-6151. . Crops are usually available in May, June, July, August, September, October, November. to Friday 830am to 700pm.Saturday 800am to 500pm Fax orders 24 hrs a day 706-629-6151 e-mail orders, questions, email request 24 hrs, mention Cedar Hill.
• Payne Farms - beans, cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, melons, peas, peppers, pumpkins, strawberries, tomatoes, daylilies in June; black-eyed peas, okra, cabbage, greens, collards, Honey from hives on the farm, and prepicked produce
  336 Salem Road, Calhoun, GA 30701. Phone: 770-878-2005. Email: Info@paynefarmandproduce.com. Open: Monday to Saturday 8am to 7pm; Sunday 10am to 5pm. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. . from the intersection of GA 53 and US Highway 41 in Calhoun, travel south o US 41 bout 2 miles and turn right on Salem Road Market is .2 miles on the left. From Adairsville, travel north o US Highway 41 to Salem Road and turn left Market is .2miles on the left. Some containers available. Several old-fashioned high-flavor varieties. Farmers Market offering locally grown & pick your own produce. Come "Fall Down on Payne Farm" Weekends in October! Fall Activities and Farmer's Market Haunted Hayrides, Pumpkins, Produce, and more!(UPDATED: July 20, 2020 JBS) (UPDATED: May 13, 2013)

Lumpkin County

• DO call before you go - Strawberries, beans, okra, corn, tomatoes and other vegetables
  2650 Highway 19 North, Dahlonega, GA 30533. Phone: 706-867-9794. Open: 8:30 am to 6:30 pm; Mondays to Saturdays; 11 am to 6 pm on Sundays. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, only. . Picking containers provided; bring your own take-home containers. (Ed Patton) Note: I have been to this farm in 2009 and years past - they have excellent tasting Chandler strawberries in a picturesque location just 2 miles outside of Dahlonega. But , as visitors below point out, there are no guarantees that they will have what you want or even allow picking on any given day! Blake
  Comments from a visitor on May 22, 2011: "Dahlonega Vegetable Farm Lumpkin County May 2011 Sunday we decided to go strawberry picking and found several ads on the internet for Dahlonega Vegetable Farm. I had read the info on your site so I was sure to call the number they provided to make sure they were open before we left. It was a little difficult to find and after turning around twice we finally came upon it. When we walked in the store the bins were barely filled with strawberries much less any other vegetables. I told the lady at the counter that we wanted to pick our own and she said they were not allowing people to pick today. I countered with but your phone line says that you are "open" today. She replied that the phone line was just for the store and maybe I should come back another day, possibly Wednesday but you never know. I was very irritated because we had come along way. I decided to buy some of their pre-picked berries even though they didn't look that great. To my dismay, once I got them home, most of the ones on the bottom of the gallon bucket I bought were rotten. I won't be back. They are not very customer friendly and it wasn't worth the trip. "
  Comments from a visitor on May 25, 2010: "We have been picking strawberries here for the past 5 years as a nice Spring tradition. We drive 35 miles to get there and normally it is worth it. Today we arrived about noon and they advised us that they had already picked that morning (which they always do) but didn't want anyone picking to let more berries ripen. Their recorded message says they are open for business and the farm hours but nothing about restricted pick-your-own berries. I complained about this never being a problem before, our long trip and no warning on their recording about any restrictions. The girl said she would tell the owner. This is our last visit to this farm with this kind of treatment of customers."
  Comments from a visitor on May 23, 2010: "We drove up to this farm and arrived around noon. The place was pretty empty of people and so we got to start picking without having to worry about waiting in line. They informed us that the Strawberry season started later do to our cold winter and they hope it lasts longer into the year. The plants were pretty empty by the time we arrived, but we were still able to pick about a gallon of berries between the two of us. They are not sure if they will have other veggies/fruits available for sale in the shop this year. Right now all they had was strawberries. They provide buckets to pick in and you can buy the bucket for $1. One bucket of BYO berries was $12. Checks and cash ONLY."
  Comments from a visitor on July 06, 2009: "This listing says to call first, but alas, there is just an answering machine..was there today (Monday, July 6th) at 4:30 pm and the place was closed..Fortunately I was already in the area so it was not a biggie..just very inconsiderate to not answer phones or have updated times on the answering machine. I also agree that the person talking on the answering machine is extremely difficult to understand. And if you go by the address listed, you will not drive far enough down the road..the mailbox is on the South side of the bridge and the market is just north of the bridge. "
  Comments from a visitor on July 03, 2009: "Very Disappointing. This farm listed many kinds of vegetables as well as blackberries, which we were looking for. We tried to call ahead more than once to see if the blackberries were ready, but NEVER got an answer, just a difficult-to-understand recording of a child's voice saying they were open and some of the things they had available. We decided to go anyway, called the morning we went, got the same indistinct voice mail saying they were open. We took the kids hoping for a fun morning of vegetable picking, only to be told when we got there that there was nothing left to pick in the fields, only produce in their market. And they Never had had blackberries in spite of their recently-updated listing on the web. We were very disappointed."
  Comments from a visitor on June 13, 2009: "We went yesterday (6/12/09) to this farm and they still have lots of Strawberries for picking. Beware that there are steep metal stairs that you have to go down to get to the strawberries. The people were friendly and the strawberries are delicious! We picked about 8 quarts of strawberries and it was $15. Our children were able to eat as they picked. The farm is maybe 10 minutes or less from downtown Dahlonega. Bring your own container to take the strawberries home. Also they have great vegetables and other fruits at good prices."

Pickens County

• 5 Sons Farm - blueberries, U-pick and already picked, and already picked tomatoes
  639 Hamrick Road, Talking Rock, GA 30175. Phone: 404 202-4709. Email: 5sonsfarm@gmail.com. Open: UPDATE: May 24, 2021: The owner tells me the PYO is closed until next season 2021, Spring freezes adversely affected the blueberry crop and U-Pick is canceled for summer 2021; Check back in with us in July for fresh picked heirloom tomato availability; daily from 10 am to 4 pm, June 15 to July 31. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  5 Sons Farm Facebook page. . . UPDATE: May 24, 2021: The owner tells me the PYO is closed until next season (2021), Spring freezes adversely affected the blueberry crop and U-Pick is canceled for summer 2021; Check back in with us in July for fresh picked heirloom tomato availability; daily from 10 am to 4 pm, June 15 to July 31. For 2019, our U-Pick prices are $16 per gallon. ($3.20 per pound/$2 per pint). And if you are looking for We only grow heirloom tomatoes, the quintessential taste of summer, the have them (already picked, no U-pick) but they sell out FAST! Our tomatoes are so popular that we only sell at the farm and to restaurants. Stock up on your heirloom tomatoes and if you are canning, ask about our "kitchen" tomatoes at a discount. Last year they grew Brandywine, Striped German and Cherokee Purple heirloom tomatoes, which all have amazing heirloom tomato flavor. . (UPDATED: May 24, 2021) (ADDED: July 04, 2016)

Rabun County

• Osage Farm - Strawberries, tomatoes and choose-and-cut Christmas trees
  5030 Hwy. 441 North, Rabun Gap, GA 30568. Phone: 706-746-6952. Click here for a map and directions. .

Towns County

• Enota Mountain Retreat Organic Farm - ORGANIC, White Sweetcorn, asparagus, red and green okra, swiss chard, basil, squash, zucchini, pumpkins, watermelons, cantaloupe, purple potatoes, regular potatoes, carrots, pickled cucumbers, cucumbers, romain lettuce, sweet potatoes, heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, roma tomatoes, field peas, sugar pod peas, green beans, blueberries, gooseberries, restrooms, gift shop, picnic area, pumpkins (brought in from the field), pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
  1000 hwy 180, Hiawassee, GA 30546. Phone: 706-896-9966. Email: enota@enota.com. Open: 8 am to 5 Pm winter season 8 am to 9 pm spring through fall. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, AmEx . Enota also operates as a certified organic farm and has over 300 family friendly animals \(chickens, bunnies, goats, cows, horses, and more\) on our farm. Adults and children are welcome to help with our daily feedings. The duck pond in front of the lodge is extremely popular and everyone has fun feeding the ducks. Help feed the animals, milk the cows, and gather the eggs - fun for the kids! Meet at the farm at 4 pm daily. As part of Enota charter, we are also an educational and charitable facility. Adults and children can visit our organic garden, hydroelectric power plant, Cherokee ceremonial area and animal sanctuary to learn more about the heritage of this land and sustainability. Enota is based on shared ecological and social values and Rudolph Steiners biodynamic agricultural principals. Working with the principle of not taking more from the Earth than one gives back. Special Fun Enota Activities March 15 - November 30 Meals Healthy & freshly prepared with products from our organic garden Breakfast - Sundays 8:30 am - 10 am \(please sign-up for dinners at the Lodge\) Goats, Ducks, Doves, Chickens, Horses & Bunnies Feeding Daily 4 pm. at farm - No charge Feed available for purchase at the Lodge Organic Farm Tour Daily 4 pm. at farm - No charge Milk our cows & goats and pick fresh eggs Campfire & Marshmallow Roast \(weather permitting\) Fridays 8:30 pm in front of the Lodge - No charge Bring your musical instruments and good stories. Marshmallows Provided! Our camp store has chocolate & graham crackers for S\'mores Hayrides \(weather permitting\) Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm - $1.00 per person Meet at the Lodge & pick ups all around the park Bonfire \(weather permitting\) Saturdays 9 pm Meet at the Big Circle in the family tenting area Organic Produce Freshly picked from our garden For sale at the Lodge. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, AmEx .
  Enota Mountain Retreat Organic Farm Facebook page. . . See their website for directions. Enota also operates as a certified organic farm and has over 300 family friendly animals (chickens, bunnies, goats, cows, horses, and more) on our farm. Adults and children are welcome to help with our daily feedings. The duck pond in front of the lodge is extremely popular and everyone has fun feeding the ducks. Help feed the animals, milk the cows, and gather the eggs - fun for the kids! Meet at the farm at 4 pm daily. As part of Enota charter, we are also an educational and charitable facility. Adults and children can visit our organic garden, hydroelectric power plant, Cherokee ceremonial area and animal sanctuary to learn more about the heritage of this land and sustainability. Enota is based on shared ecological and social values and Rudolph Steiners biodynamic agricultural principals. Working with the principle of not taking more from the Earth than one gives back. Special Fun Enota Activities March 15 - November 30 Meals Healthy & freshly prepared with products from our organic garden Breakfast - Sundays 8:30 am - 10 am (please sign-up for dinners at the Lodge) Goats, Ducks, Doves, Chickens, Horses & Bunnies Feeding Daily 4 pm. at farm - No charge Feed available for purchase at the Lodge Organic Farm Tour Daily 4 pm. at farm - No charge Milk our cows & goats and pick fresh eggs Campfire & Marshmallow Roast (weather permitting) Fridays 8:30 pm in front of the Lodge - No charge Bring your musical instruments and good stories. Marshmallows Provided! Our camp store has chocolate & graham crackers for S'mores Hayrides (weather permitting) Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm - $1.00 per person Meet at the Lodge & pick ups all around the park Bonfire (weather permitting) Saturdays 9 pm Meet at the Big Circle in the family tenting area Organic Produce Freshly picked from our garden For sale at the Lodge. Enota Mountain Retreat Facebook page. (Updated by a visitor, ADDED: February 07, 2011)

 

Tomato Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Pick tomatoes that are firm and free of blemishes. Cracking is common in very hot weather, especially after a rain, and if you intend to use the tomatoes within 1 day, that will be ok.

During hot summer weather, pick the tomatoes when they have a healthy pink/red (or yellow or orange depending on the variety) color and let them finish the last day or two of ripening indoors. Tomatoes do not need to be in the sunlight in order to ripen. If you have green fruit on the plants in the fall when frost is approaching, pick the tomatoes and store them in a cool, dark place to ripen.

Tomato Varieties

In general paste or Roma-type tomatoes are the best to using for canning, as they have thicker, meatier walls and far less water. And cherry tomatoes are the worst to use, as they are mostly water.  But you can use any type you can get hold of.  You may just have to cook them down longer to boil off excess water.  See our Master list of tomato varieties

Growing tomatoes

• Master list of tomato varieties
• Master List of Heirloom Tomato Varieties
• How to Grow Tomatoes in Your Yard or Patio - Everything you need to know
• Detailed directions to starting tomatoes from seed
• Master List of Roma and Paste Tomato Varieties for the Home Garden
• Master list of disease-resistant tomato varieties
• Tomato plant diseases

Canning, Freezing, Drying, Preserving Tomatoes and more!

Below are links to pages with easy and reliable directions about how to can, preserve, freeze and make other goodies from tomatoes.  Some of these require a Pressure Canner to prevent potential spoilage and food poisoning, due to the low acid content of the food.  For others, you can use a water bath canner OR a Pressure Canner.  I've noted what's required for each, below, following each entry, with
W for water bath,
P for Pressure canner, and
W, P for either may be used!

And don't miss: Answers to common tomato canning problems and see this page about what to do with your unripe green tomatoes!

Prepping tomatoes

• How to quickly and easily remove tomato skins

Canning tomatoes (in water bath canners )

• How to can tomatoes using a water bath canner - W
• Diced, chopped or crushed tomatoes - W
• Bruschetta - W
• Tomato sauce - W
• Tomato paste - W
• Barbecue sauce (BBQ sauce) - W
• Chili sauce from your own tomatoes and peppers - W
• Diced, chopped or crushed tomatoes - W
• Tomato Preserves- W
• Tomato salsa - W
• Spaghetti sauce - without meat - W, P
• Spiced Green tomatoes- W
• Pickled Green Tomatoes - W - another pickled green tomato recipe, this one sweet
• Ketchup.. or if you prefer... How to make catsup - W, P
• NEW! SUPER-EASY homemade ketchup recipe - W
• Salsa from your unripe, GREEN tomatoes! - W
• Tomatillo salsa - W
• How to make roasted tomatoes, boiling water bath canner version - W

Canning Tomatoes in Pressure canners

• Canned tomatoes using a Pressure Canner - P
• Baked  Beans With Tomato or Molasses Sauce - P
• Canning your own chili con carne (with meat) - P
• How to make roasted tomatoes, pressure canner version - P
• Spaghetti sauce - with meat  - P
• Stewed tomatoes - P
• Tomato soup or tomato-basil soup - P
• Tomato sauce - P
• Tomato juice - P
• Tomato juice, like V8 - P

Freezing Tomatoes

• How to freeze tomatoes from you garden or the farm; for that fresh taste this winter!
• Space-saving prepping and freezing extra tomatoes from your garden to can later

Drying tomatoes

• NEW! How to make Sun-Dried Tomatoes
• Food drying basics and principles
• How to dry your own herbs
• Food Dehydrators - models, specs and pricing information

Ripening green tomatoes in your garage or basement

If you want to bring your green tomatoes indoors before a freeze in the Fall, and ripen them, see:

• How to ripen your green garden tomatoes indoors in the Fall and Winter.

And if you'd like to start you own tomatoes from seed (you can save a small fortune and grow the heirloom varieties you like) see this page for easy directions for growing your own tomato plants from seed.

Frequently Asked Questions About Canning, Freezing and Preserving Tomatoes

• See this page for answers to many common questions about tomatoes.

 

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