10 + U-Pick Farms for Blueberry Picking Near Knoxville TN

There’s no better way to soak in the peace of a lazy summer day than by meandering down the shaded paths of lush blueberry bushes at your local farm. From the thrill of the search to finally tasting those deliciously ripe berries, your perfect summer adventure is just a short drive away.

Not only is berry picking a fun way to spend the morning, but it’s a great way to teach the kiddos about farming and where their food comes from.

With 15 different spots for blueberry picking, Knoxville TN and the surrounding counties make it easy to support our local farmers.

Throughout the growing season, there are also a variety of other crops available for a fruit-picking adventure near Knoxville.

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Farms for Blueberry Picking Near Knoxville TN

Beauchene’s Berry Farm

9020 Bluegrass Road, Knoxville
(865) 693-4221
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Here you can pick blueberries, blackberries, and a variety of fresh vegetables.

Buffalo Trail Orchard

1890 Dodd Branch Rd., Greeneville
(423) 639-2297
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Buffalo Trail offers one of the most expansive pick-your-own selection in the area. Offerings include blueberries, blackberries, peaches, and apples.

Falls Blueberry Farm

111 Harmon Road, Maryville
(865) 982-3457
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This farm specializes in u-pick blueberries.

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Greenbriar Farm

101 Reservoir Rd, Norris
865-498-3276
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This farm offers blueberry picking. They advertise that they do not use chemicals on any of their crops. They are not opening for the 2020 season but may reopen in the future.

Honeys Blueberry Farm

4333 Kingston Hwy, Loudon
(865) 717-9596
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This farm offers pick-your-own blueberries, blackberries, and muscadine grapes. The farm advertises that they do not use chemicals on any of their crops.

Kelley Berries

352 Highway 309, Niota
(423) 507-7026
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This popular farm specializes in blueberries.

Mountain Meadows

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This farm is not opening for the 2020 season but will be selling their berries at farmers’ markets instead. They may reopen for pick-your-own next year.

Mountain Mist Farms

722 Caney Creek Rd, Pigeon Forge
(865) 258-3276
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Mountain Mist Farms offers a variety of u-pick crops, including blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, red and black currants, gooseberries, elderberries, and cherries. They also use their grapes for homemade wine!

In addition to all the pick-your-own goodies, they also produce local blackberry blossom honey and wildflower blossom honey, which they sell in their farm store.

Richesin Family Farm

6305 River Road, Loudon
(865) 680-3520 
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At this farm, you can pick your own blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries.

Seven Springs Farm

1474 Highway 61 East, Maynardville
(865) 745-2902
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This farm offers blueberry picking.

Still Waters Farm

7004 Fairview Road, Corryton 
(865) 281-0894
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This farm currently offers u-pick blueberries. They are also beginning to cultivate raspberries and elderberries.

Blueberry Picking Tips

1. Be sure to call ahead to make sure there are berries available. Sometimes popular farms have small periods where they are over-picked and are waiting for new berries to ripen.

2. The blueberry season typically runs from mid-June through late August, which is right at the height of summer heat. To stay cool during your adventure, try visiting the farm early in the morning when it first opens.

3. No matter what time you go, you are still going to be in the sun. Don’t forget those sunglasses, floppy hats, and mineral-based sunscreen.

4. Unlike many other fruits, ripe blueberries tend to be mixed in with lots of unripe berries. Be prepared for a treasure hunting adventure instead of a free-for-all.

5. If you have a spare basket or bag, be sure to bring it. Some farms charge extra if you have to take their baskets home.

Books to Share

These delightful books will make the perfect addition to your farm trip.

  • Blueberries for Sal (preschool) – In this classic tale, a girl and her mother are picking wild blueberries when she encounters a bear. Oh my! What will she do?
  • More Blueberries (babies) – In this fun board book for littles, a set of twin toddlers make a very berry mess!
  • Jamberry (preschool) – This beautifully illustrated classic follows a boy and his bear on their berry picking adventure. The cute rhymes are great for young learners.
  • Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (teens and adults) – This popular read follows an Appalachian family on their quest to ditch the processed foods and start growing their own food.
  • The Blueberry Years: A Memoir of Farm and Family (teens and adults) – Follow along as the Minick family realizes their dream of opening an organic pick-your-own blueberry farm.

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Erica Cardinal
Erica is a long-time resident of East TN and the founder of East TN Family Fun. She's also a sucker for a good adventure. Together with her hubs and kiddos, she spends her time exploring, homeschooling, and making memories.

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