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Strawberry Picking Near Los Angeles

Discover strawberry farms to go picking within 100 miles of Los Angeles. These farms offer fresh strawberry picking experiences perfect for families.

Blueberry Picking Near Los Angeles

Find the best blueberry farms within 100 miles of Los Angeles. Enjoy picking fresh blueberries with your family during the harvest season.

Year-Round Growing Paradise

Los Angeles enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers around 84°F and mild winters rarely below 48°F. The surrounding valleys and coastal plains have some of America's most fertile soil, from Ventura County's rich volcanic earth to the Inland Empire's deep alluvial deposits. With almost no frost and 284 sunny days annually, farms can grow food year-round.

Los Angeles's Farming History

Before Hollywood, LA was America's agricultural capital, with vast orange groves covering the San Fernando Valley and strawberry fields in Orange County. The region pioneered commercial avocado growing in the 1900s. Today's urban farms and historic ranches preserve this legacy while introducing exotic crops from LA's diverse communities.

What Grows near Los Angeles

Strawberries grow nearly year-round here, with peak sweetness from March through June when the jacaranda trees bloom purple. Summer brings stone fruits like peaches and apricots, while avocados ripen from spring through fall. Citrus season runs November through April, perfect for fresh oranges during the Rose Parade. Many farms specialize in Asian vegetables and tropical fruits that thrive in the mild climate.

Planning Your Farm Visit

Farms cluster in Ventura County (45 minutes via US-101), the Inland Empire (1 hour via I-10), and north Orange County (45 minutes via I-5). Morning picking avoids afternoon heat and traffic. The famous LA traffic is lightest before 7 AM on weekends. Many farms are near popular destinations like Malibu or Big Bear, making great combo trips. Check for Santa Ana wind warnings in fall, which can affect farm hours.