Fresh Picks: The Best Strawberry Farms Near Howard County, MD And Beyond
Strawberry picking near Howard County, MD just might be our favorite summer tradition! Nothing beats local farms, fresh berries, and a morning outside with the kids.
If you know me, you know I LOVE taking my kids to the farm any chance we can get outside. Especially when it’s strawberry picking season – which runs from late May to early June! I’ve put together a list of some of the most praised strawberry picking farms in the Maryland region (Howard County and beyond)… plus a BONUS – a few farms on the Eastern Shore! Check out my list below:
Close to Home
Larriland Farm
ADDRESS: 2415 Woodbine Road, Woodbine, MD 21797
ABOUT: Larriland Farm is a local favorite! They are open from early June through the first Sunday in November. Their first crop to ripen in late May is “pick your own strawberries.” You can check their Today’s Harvest page for details on current picking conditions!
Gorman Farms (temporarily closed)
ADDRESS: 12570 Scaggsville Road, Highland, MD 20777
ABOUT: Gorman Farms is primarily a CSA farm, but in the past they have offered “Pick Your Own Strawberries” from Mid-May through Early June. However, they did not open the strawberry fields in 2025, and it doens’t look like they are open again this year. We’re keeping them on the list though in the hope that strawberry picking is available Once again at this Howard County farm!
A Short Drive Away
Baugher’s Farm
ADDRESS: 1015 Baugher Road, Westminster, MD 21158
ABOUT: Baugher’s “Pick-Your-Own Strawberries” is already open and ready for PYO visitors! They recommend calling (410) 848-5541 first, before coming out, to make sure their harvest is ready. Once the harvest is ready, they’ll be open for picking every day from 9 AM to 5 PM. Reservations for your picking day and time are required, and can easily be done on their website.
UPick Berries at Pearlstone
ADDRESS: 5425 Mt. Gilead Road, Reisterstown, MD 21136
ABOUT: Pearlstone is a FANTASTIC spot for strawberry picking with your family! They supply picking buckets (no need to bring your own). Make sure you pack lunches and a blanket! They have a large covered pavilion with picnic tables, public bathrooms, and grassy areas. Their weekends are the busiest, so I recommend a weekday visit – if possible! Pre-picked berries may also be available at the Farm Stand, based on inventory. You can sign up for their UPICK text alerts by texting UPICK to (410) 541-5868. When you do, you’ll be the first to know when berries are ripe and ready for picking! If you visit on Wednesdays in July and August, add on a pool pass for a chance to cool off after a hot morning in the berry fields!
Weber’s PeachBerry Farm
ADDRESS: 11425 Harford Road, Glen Arm, MD 21057
ABOUT: This Baltimore County favorite farm is an easy drive from Howard County, and offers PYO strawberries starting in Mid-May and lasting through June. Visiting the fields is by appointment only, but its easy to do that through their website. Field conditions, hours, and closures can be found daily on their Instagram and Facebook pages. And if you’re look to squeeze the most out of local strawberry season, there’s an annual Strawberry Festival featuring fresh strawberry treats, food trucks, live music, farm animals and more!
Butler’s Orchard
ADDRESS: 22222 Davis Mill Road, Germantown, MD 20876
ABOUT: Butler’s Orchard has it all! This farm is family-centered with pick-your-own patches, a kids' play area and hayrides, plus their own “Farm Market” and cafe. Their Crop Calendar shows the months that strawberries are expected to be available. All of their dates are approximate. Weather conditions and demand determine the supply of the strawberries. You can check this page or call 301-428-0444 for daily availability and conditions before you travel!
Hybridoma Farm
ADDRESS: 13734 Baldwin Mill Road, Baldwin, MD 21013
ABOUT: Ok, hear me out. There aren’t any actual strawberries at this farm. BUT Hybridoma Farm does offer 21 different varieties of Pick Your Own blueberries! Located in Baltimore County, this farm is all about the blueberry, but also offers PYO blackberries and raspberries too. Blueberry season is a little later than strawberries, and starts in June. Hours and field conditions are announced on Instagram and Facebook, and you’re encouraged to enjoy all the farm has to offer when you visit!
Worth the Drive!
Swann Farms
ADDRESS: 7740 Swan Lane, Owings, MD, 20736
ABOUT: If you’re venturing down to Calvert County, Swann Farms is the place to go! They offer Pick Your Own strawberries in May and June, and other fruits and flowers well into October. The farm is open 7 days a week from 9 AM to 2 pm, but you’re encouraged to check the pink announcement bar on their website for day of information before visiting. No tickets or reservations are required before visiting, and their are picnic tables available while you are visiting the farm!
Parson’s Farm
ADDRESS: 30381 Armory Road, Dagsboro, DE 19939
ABOUT: This farm is one of my favorite Eastern Shore gems! Parson’s offers seasonal u-picks including: strawberries, blueberries, peaches, and pumpkins. They also have free range eggs, fresh baked goods, and their super popular Goat Mountain. This farm is the perfect spot for kids to feed and pet animals too! Their picking season begins with ripe strawberries. They recommend calling them at (302) 732-3336 to make sure their harvest is ready before visiting.
ADDRESS: 34857 Lighthouse Road, Selbyville, DE 19975
ABOUT: Magee Farms has been growing strawberries for over 25 years, making them the longest strawberry growers in the state of Delaware! This Eastern Shore spot offer U-Pick strawberries sold by the pound and picked strawberries sold by the quart! They supply the containers for picking. Magee Farms recommends calling them at (302) 519-6881 for harvest availability before venturing out with the family.
Remember – strawberry season doesn’t last long (only about 6 weeks) from the beginning of May through mid-June. So, make sure to set aside time for this refreshing and sweet opportunity to spend quality time outdoors with your favorite people. It’s a perfect experience to add to your family fun bucket list this summer!
