Slow down your fast pace and stroll through the shade of an orchard, picking fruit as generations of families have done before. Irrigated since 1889, the Yakima Valley is a prime agricultural area with 5 distinct AVA’s (wine growing regions). Yakima Valley’s irrigated high desert volcanic soil produces both scenic beauty and bountiful crops with a harvest schedule stretching from April through November. The Yakima Valley has the largest variety of crops in the Pacific Northwest.
Become acquainted with our farming culture by planning your trip to the Yakima Valley today. Our farm families invite you to join them in the harvest!
Click the map to the right to view all our farms or scroll below to browse our U-Pick offerings.
Take part in a tradition that has occurred annually for over 150 years in the Yakima Valley; harvesting fruit and preparing it for market. This unique experience places you alongside the family of a four generation working orchard, picking tree-ripened fruit. Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity that includes lunch and day experiences available. Call the Barrett’s at (509) 966-1275.
When To Pick! Cherries: June 28 - July 10, Peaches: Aug. 15 - Sept. 2, White Peaches: Aug. 15, Nectarines: Sept. 5 - 15, Fuji Apples: Oct. 16 - 25
How to get there: Take exit 31 off I-82, 40th Avenue exit off Hwy. 12. Turn right on Powerhouse, left on Pecks Canyon Road to 1209 Pecks Canyon Road. Located ˝ mile from Fred Meyer.
Washington Fruit Place at Barrett Orchards
1209 Pecks Canyon Road • Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-1275 • www.treeripened.com
Imperial's Garden is a family run farm and produce stand that offers a large selection of the Yakima Valley's finest produce. Not only can people shop for farm fresh produce grown at Imperial's Garden but they can be part of the experience and u-pick during harvest season.
Families are welcome to spend the day playing around this traditional family farm. The farm is open 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. during harvest season, hours are subject to change.
How to get there: Get on 1-82 East/US 97 South. Merge onto US 97 South at Exit 37 toward Goldendale/Bend Oregon. Turn right on Lateral "A".
Imperial's Garden
2701 Lateral "A" • Wapato, WA 98951
(509) 877-2766
The Thompson Farm and Market opens their doors to families looking for gifts and fresh fruit during harvest time. The market is open from May 1 - November 1 and sells their own tree-ripened fruit as well as local produce, cider, jams and gifts. Visit their old fashioned soda fountain or enjoy wines from their tasting room. Ask about farm tours. Box lunches are also available.
Thompson's Farm Market is located in Naches on Hwy. 12 across from Slim’s Market.
The Family Farm is located on the Old Naches Hwy. From Hwy. 12 in Naches, turn North on Schafer Avenue, travel about ˝ mile to the Old Naches Hwy. Straight ahead is our driveway.
Thompson's Farm
9535 Old Naches Hwy. • Naches, WA 98937
(509) 653-2848 • thompsonsfarm.com
Come to Bella Terra Gardens and pick all of your favorite produce. Crisp lettuce, crunchy radishes, fresh sugar snap peas. Oh my, what about the berries, strawberries, black berries, raspberries and blueberries are available in their season. We are in the process of transitioning to becoming organic!. Stroll through our herb garden, bring a picnic; come play in the fresh air and sun. Did I mention our Heritage barn where you can purchase the wares of local craftspeople and artists. Find a cookbook, share a recipe, meet the "Garden Ladies". Yes, we have a farm animals too. Bring the kids to see the goats, Babydoll sheep and chickens.
By appointment during the week we provide hay rides, fruit packing warehouse tours, and tours for school children and clubs. Want to rent the barn for your family reunion or special summer event? Contact us at (509) 865-4554.
We are open every week-end
April thru November, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
How to get there: Take exit 50 off I-82 and head toward Buena. At the stop sign turn Right onto Old Yakima Valley Highway. Now turn left on Barbee Road and then left on Bella Terra Road. We are at the corner of Bella Terra Road and Highland Drive.
Bella Terra Gardens at Rosehill
660 Bella Terra Road • Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 865-4554.
Dagdagan Farm & Produce has a wide array of vegetables and fruit at their roadside stand along with U-pick opportunities. This large vegetable and fruit stand is located at 4640 Lateral A in Wapato. The Dagdagan Family invites you to “come visit us and experience the farming life.” For more information call (509) 877-2727.
Dagdagan Farm & Produce
4640 Lateral A • Wapato, WA 98951
(509) 877-2727
Harvest "U-pick" pumpkins off the vine. Meander down the spiral grass path through the sunflower garden. We offer seasonal produce and apples for sale as well as dried everlastings mid-summer through late fall. You will also find stationery and gifts available for purchase offered by Art Design Notecards, LLC. We are open from mid-August through late November between the hours of 10:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.
Mance Orchard
Tom and Monica Mance
7081 South Naches Road, Naches, WA 98937
(509) 653-2442
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