Strawberry Picking in Ontario: The Best Berry Farms Near Caledon

If you're visiting Caledon or staying nearby, you’re perfectly positioned to explore some of the region’s best berry farms. From sweet early-season strawberries to late-summer raspberries and blueberries, here are some wonderful places to go strawberry and berry picking near Caledon.

Few summer traditions feel more nostalgic

Across Ontario, pick-your-own berry farms are a beloved seasonal activity, offering visitors the chance to enjoy fresh fruit, scenic farmland, and a relaxed day outdoors.

Strawberry Picking Near Caledon

Downey’s Strawberry & Apple Farm

One of the most well-known farms in the area, Downey’s is a classic summer destination for families and visitors alike. Located right in Caledon, the farm offers pick-your-own strawberries starting in mid-June, typically running through early July depending on the growing season. Visitors can fill baskets directly from the fields, often with wagon rides available to reach the strawberry patch.

Beyond strawberries, the farm also hosts seasonal events, a market with baked goods and local products, and a fun farmyard atmosphere.

Distance from The Liberty Inn: 20 minutes

Rock Garden Farms

A smaller and charming local farm, Rock Garden Farms has been serving the Caledon community for decades. During strawberry season the farm offers U-pick strawberries alongside fresh produce and flowers, making it an easy stop for anyone exploring the countryside around Caledon East.

It’s a quieter experience than some of the larger farms and a lovely option if you’re looking for a relaxed morning outing.

Distance from The Liberty Inn: 16 minutes

Berry’s 4 U

Located near Orangeville, this farm specializes in pick-your-own strawberries and raspberries, typically open during peak berry season from late June into summer. Visitors can pick fresh berries in the morning or purchase ready-picked fruit from the farm stand.

Because it’s a working berry farm, availability can change quickly depending on weather and crop conditions.

Distance from The Liberty Inn: 18 minutes

More Berry Picking Destinations in Southern Ontario

Brooks Farms — Mount Albert

Known for its variety of fruits including Saskatoon berries, raspberries, and strawberries, along with family activities and wagon rides.

These farms are slightly farther away but make for a lovely countryside excursion.

Barrie Hill Farms — Springwater

A larger farm north of the GTA where visitors can pick strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries throughout the summer season, often from June through August.

When Is Strawberry Season in Ontario?

Strawberry season in Ontario typically runs:

Berry Season

Strawberries - Mid-June to early July

Raspberries - July to August

Blueberries - July to September

Weather conditions can shift the timing slightly each year, so it’s always worth checking farm websites or social media before visiting.