Pick Your Own Strawberries {2015}
There’s nothing quite like the sweet taste of a strawberry picked fresh off the vine. Gather the family up and head out for a fun adventure to your nearest U-pick strawberry farm! We’ve rounded-up a list of U-pick strawberry locations within driving distance from anywhere in the Lake County area. Many can be found in nearby McHenry County, as well as over the border in Southern Wisconsin. You have a just few short weeks to pick them, so make plans today for a visit to the farm.
Mother Nature can be fickle, so always remember to call ahead for picking conditions before you make the drive. Many farms only accept cash; call ahead or go prepared. Typically, strawberry season starts mid-June and lasts 2-4 weeks, and some farms harvest a second round in late-summer.
Stade’s Farm and Market
2709 W. Miller Road McHenry, IL | 815-675-6396
Stade’s projects June 15th as the starting date for picking.
Picking daily from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Check Stade’s Facebook Page for updates and picking conditions. Read our detailed Stade’s Review of Stade’s Farm.
Strawberry U-Pick Pricing for 2015
• $3 for a 1-quart basket
• $6 for a 2-quart basket
• $11 for a 4-quart basket
• $10 each for five or more 4-quart baskets.
• $20 for tray that holds up to 15 pounds
Note: There is a $3 minimum purchase per person required to enter the strawberry patch. Baskets are included in the price. You can only pick into Stade’s containers.
The Farmtractions area will be open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. during the U-pick strawberry season. The admission price allows you unlimited access to all available attractions, until 5 p.m. (approximately 12 attractions). Admission fee is $8; seniors $5; children under age 3 are admitted free.
Cody’s Farm
19502 River Road Marengo, IL | 815-482-4125
Picking daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Watch their website and Facebook page for strawberry availability.
U-pick strawberries were $1.90/lb in 2014, 2015 pricing is not yet posted.
Strawberry Festival dates will be announced soon. The festival offers crafts, food, family fun and, of course, U-pick strawberries.
McCann Berry Farm
18110 Kishwaukee Valley Road Woodstock, IL | 815-568-8810
Currently, the farm is projecting June 10-14 as the start of their picking season.
Picking daily 8 a.m. -4 p.m.
U-pick strawberries were $1.85/lb in 2014, 2015 pricing is not yet posted.
Heider’s Berry Farm
1106 N. Queen Anne Road Woodstock, IL | 815-338-0301
Picking daily 8 a.m.to 5 p.m. Check their Facebook page for updates and picking conditions.
Currently, the farm is projecting June 15 or 20 as the start of their picking season.
U-pick strawberries were $2.50/qt in 2014, 2015 pricing is not yet posted.
Berryville Farm
424 13th Avenue Racine, WI | 262-498-6648
Currently, the farm is projecting mid-June as the start of their picking season. Check their Facebook page for updates and picking conditions.
Picking daily from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. (4 p.m. on Sundays)
L. Thomas | littlelakecounty.com | 2011
Thompson’s Strawberry Farm
14000 75th Street Bristol, WI | 262-857-2353
Currently, the farm is projecting mid-June as the start of their picking season. Check their Facebook page for updates and picking conditions.
Loralie visited the farm in 2011, read her detailed review.
Open for strawberry picking Monday though Friday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
$8.00 per 4 qt basket
When you pick six baskets, only pay for five baskets.
Also, $0.25 off when you re-use your baskets the next time you stop by!
Tom’s Farm Market
0214 Algonquin Road, Huntley, IL | 847-669-3421
Currently, the farm is projecting mid-June as the start of their picking season. Check their website for updates and picking conditions.
If you’re looking to go farther afield, you’ll find more options at PickYourOwn.org.
