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Wonderful morning picking cherries and blueberries with my husband. The weather was fantastic and the fruit is sweet and gorgeous! We come back every year!
My husband took me here for mother's day with my toddler and we had so much fun. We got so many blueberries and cherries. Also got a refreshing lemonade ($2) at the end. The price is really fair ($4 a pound with cash / $4.25 with card) and it's a great experience. Parking is easy and plentiful. We picked for about an hour and had a full bucket of cherries and a full bucket of blueberries. In total, we left with $33 of berries and made delicious pies with them and had plenty left to eat. Definitely going back sometime. Such a nice outdoor activity!
While driving between SF and Yosemite, we saw roadside signs for u-pick cherries and blueberries. Our kids love both and we can't pick those fruits out in Ohio where we live. So while we were staying overnight in Merced on our way back from Yosemite, I started searching for U-pick locations. Ott Farms popped up in my Google search and is conveniently located near Modesto along our route back to SF. And let me say that we are soooooo glad we found Ott Farms! The gentleman and lady at the entrance were very nice, the blueberries & cherries were PHENOMENAL, the fruit trees were still full of fruits and easy to pick, and the prices were super reasonable ($3.50/lb cash or $3.75/lb credit card) We loved our trip to Yosemite but I get the feeling any future trips to Yosemite won't feel complete with a stopover for some fruit picking.
This place is perfect for seasonal cherry and blueberry picking!! I'd give 5 stars, but one short for their "college beer fund", which I found slightly unpleasant to be encouraging underage drinking especially for a family environment. Otherwise, their fruit and service are always a pleasure. Stop by before the season ends if you can! 1.5 hours from San Francisco.
Nice Not so easy to find entrance Blueberry three types all good . Much more fun than expected
Ott Farms is a huge blueberry and cherry farm in Modesto, where you pick and pay. Blueberry season opened up in middle of May, and I was surprised to see so many rows and rows of blueberry bushes at the Ott Farms. Not all of the fruit is ripe, but you will likely find lots of round, plump, and juicy ones everywhere. Blueberry picking is actually fun and I highly recommend it! * Blueberries are super healthy and so delicious - eat them fresh, make pies or muffins, blend in yogurt, smoothies, compotes, etc. * Pricing is just $3/lb if you pay cash. $3.25/lb for card. * The bushes are mostly under 6-feet tall, so its really easy and relaxing to pick. No squatting in the open sun like strawberries, or practicing your vertical (jump ball) for cherries. * I found fruit picking actually relaxing and therapeutic. You can sample the product while you work and its just cool to hunt for the perfect shape or color of your berries. Just when you get some good ones there's more that you'll find! We had less luck with cherries. Either all the trees were picked bare a few weeks ago or maybe the professionals came in. There were no "low-hanging fruit" but after a few minutes we still managed to fill about 1.5 buckets between three families. Our total bill was $40 for 2 buckets of blueberries and a half-bucket of cherries.
There's a ton of blueberry when we went a few months ago.. it was a ton of fun, but there wasn't any cherries.
There are not a lot of shades but lots of blueberries. Call for hours before you come to make sure. It was fun and enjoyed staying away from the city life for a little bit. Bring your sunglasses, water, sunscreen, a hat, and your smile.
As of 5/28/2018: * Cherry and Blueberry Picking At Ott Farms, there are blueberries and cherries. It is a pretty nice farm to pick blueberries and cherries, and at a pretty good price ($3.00 Cash $3.25 Credit). But, there are no decent restrooms, and a lot of dust flying around. There a lot of blueberry and cherry trees. Blueberry trees have many ripe blueberries. Meanwhile, cherry trees have very few cherries, unless you go to the end of the rows. Coming to Ott Farms, you don't need to bring your own bags and buckets - Ott Farms provides it. Cherry and Blueberry Picking - 4 stars * Parking Parking at Ott Farms is very easy. There are staff members guiding you into a parking spot. Although it might be kind of far to walk to the entrance, but it's very easy to park. Parking - 5 stars * Theft Lining up in line to pay, they check everyone's personal items to see if you have stolen their blueberries and cherries. I feel like I have no privacy, even if it is a very small bag; they check it. Also, they have staff members around the farm to make sure no one "escapes" the farm with their cherries and blueberries. If you stole their fruit, they would take away the blueberries/cherries that you've picked; not letting you buy it. They would tell you to leave and never come back. Honestly, the staff at Ott Farms are pretty kind about theft. But, they should trust their customers. Theft - 2 stars * Service We lined up and asked for two separate bags. But, they ignored us. I understand how it's hard to take care of all the customers during rush hour, but you should still listen. We asked many times, until they "slammed" a bag at us; not helping us separate it. Honestly, I don't think their staff members are very kind; although most of their staff are probably students. Service - 1 star Conclusion: If you like picking blueberries and cherries, Ott Farms is a great option. But, there are many other farms near Modesto that are also very decent.
Arrived @ 10 AM Sunday (05/20/2018) Stayed for 2ish hours -plenty of ripe blueberries to pick. Not as much cherries though Ott Farms has blueberry and cherry picking. Cherry trees provide great shade from the sun, while blueberry bushes do not. I believe they have different types of blueberry grown here. -i saw a group having a picnic underneath the cherry trees which is a pretty neat idea The process -grab [a] bucket(s) [set out on a table when you enter]-they provide buckets for you -fill bucket with any blueberries (ripe when dark blue black shade) and/or cherries (make sure to pick the big,red ones) -bring bucket back to the front area to pay. They pour your bucket contents into a plastic bag and weigh them. -fyi: if you carry a larger bag inside, they will ask to search it when you exit. They searched my backpack Price: $3.00/ lb with cash or $3.25/ lb with credit card -ended up buying $37 (cash) worth of blueberries and cherries (two full buckets of blueberries and one 2/3rds full bucket of cherries) Bathrooms = Porta potties (portable toilets) -i think they had 7 or 8? at the front. The one i went to was decently clean. No hand sanitizer, but there is a water faucet station near the front to the left of the porta potties. This was my first time picking fruits and I had a fun time at Ott Farms. Makes you realize just how much work it takes to pick fruits. The blueberries are sweet and big, and the cherries are mildly sweet. *didn't have any problems with the parking nor did I have any unpleasant experiences with the staff Definitely recommend coming here, especially for the blueberries!!! -bring a hat/ wear sunscreen
I have been here in the past years with my family and they keep improving their parking and how organized it is. This was an enjoyable experience for my children. We found blueberries very easily. Cherries were not plentiful, you have to look at the trees way in the back far corner and most cherries are too high up. You grab a bucket at entrance and pick blueberries from different colored ribbon areas. At the Exit, They transfer your berries unto a plastic bag, then weigh it on the way out, you pay $3 per pound. So I usually pay around $12 for mostly blueberries and a few cherries. Great rate for delicious fresh blueberries. Tip: 1: Wear a hat and comfortable walking shoes 2: Only pick the dark red or almost burgundy cherries. Those are sweet. 3: Collect blueberries that are ripe, dark blue and larger, the ones with green hue are tart. 4. Come well before they close (Sunday they close by 3pm) The earlier in the day, the cooler is it. *The employee also taught us that if the cherries get picked before they are ready, they never ripen.
We started coming here in May since a few years ago. They have a big parking lot. The cherries and blueberries were a lot to pick because the farm was big. The staff were very friendly. They gave you bucket and bag to pick the berries. Nice place to bring kids for a family day. Definitely come back. It's cheaper when you pay cash. read more
We came here to do some blueberry and cherry picking. I really love this place. They had plenty of blueberries and cherries and you don't have to walk too far from the parking lot. They provide you buckets with bags to make it easy to collect the fruits. It was such a fun experience! And they sell lemonade too if you're thirsty. As of this post, the fruits are $4 a pound with cash. read more
5 months ago
This is a very good place to bring the whole family out here to pick some of the finest Blueberries & Cherry. We come here every year just to pick them. It that time again opening this weekend. The price are very reasonable. read more
4 months ago
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2 years ago
Wonderful morning picking cherries and blueberries with my husband. The weather was fantastic and the fruit is sweet and gorgeous! We come back every year! read more
2 years ago
My husband took me here for mother's day with my toddler and we had so much fun. We got so many blueberries and cherries. Also got a refreshing lemonade ($2) at the end. The price is really fair ($4 a pound with cash / $4.25 with card) and it's a great experience. Parking is easy and plentiful. We picked for about an hour and had a full bucket of cherries and a full bucket of blueberries. In total, we left with $33 of berries and made delicious pies with them and had plenty left to eat. Definitely going back sometime. Such a nice outdoor activity! read more
While driving between SF and Yosemite, we saw roadside signs for u-pick cherries and blueberries. Our kids love both and we can't pick those fruits out in Ohio where we live. So while we were staying overnight in Merced on our way back from Yosemite, I started searching for U-pick locations. Ott Farms popped up in my Google search and is conveniently located near Modesto along our route back to SF. And let me say that we are soooooo glad we found Ott Farms! The gentleman and lady at the entrance were very nice, the blueberries & cherries were PHENOMENAL, the fruit trees were still full of fruits and easy to pick, and the prices were super reasonable ($3.50/lb cash or $3.75/lb credit card) We loved our trip to Yosemite but I get the feeling any future trips to Yosemite won't feel complete with a stopover for some fruit picking. read more
3 years ago
This place is perfect for seasonal cherry and blueberry picking!! I'd give 5 stars, but one short for their "college beer fund", which I found slightly unpleasant to be encouraging underage drinking especially for a family environment. Otherwise, their fruit and service are always a pleasure. Stop by before the season ends if you can! 1.5 hours from San Francisco. read more
4 years ago
Nice Not so easy to find entrance Blueberry three types all good . Much more fun than expected read more
Ott Farms is a huge blueberry and cherry farm in Modesto, where you pick and pay. Blueberry season opened up in middle of May, and I was surprised to see so many rows and rows of blueberry bushes at the Ott Farms. Not all of the fruit is ripe, but you will likely find lots of round, plump, and juicy ones everywhere. Blueberry picking is actually fun and I highly recommend it! * Blueberries are super healthy and so delicious - eat them fresh, make pies or muffins, blend in yogurt, smoothies, compotes, etc. * Pricing is just $3/lb if you pay cash. $3.25/lb for card. * The bushes are mostly under 6-feet tall, so its really easy and relaxing to pick. No squatting in the open sun like strawberries, or practicing your vertical (jump ball) for cherries. * I found fruit picking actually relaxing and therapeutic. You can sample the product while you work and its just cool to hunt for the perfect shape or color of your berries. Just when you get some good ones there's more that you'll find! We had less luck with cherries. Either all the trees were picked bare a few weeks ago or maybe the professionals came in. There were no "low-hanging fruit" but after a few minutes we still managed to fill about 1.5 buckets between three families. Our total bill was $40 for 2 buckets of blueberries and a half-bucket of cherries. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
There's a ton of blueberry when we went a few months ago.. it was a ton of fun, but there wasn't any cherries. read more
6 years ago
There are not a lot of shades but lots of blueberries. Call for hours before you come to make sure. It was fun and enjoyed staying away from the city life for a little bit. Bring your sunglasses, water, sunscreen, a hat, and your smile. read more
8 years ago
As of 5/28/2018: * Cherry and Blueberry Picking At Ott Farms, there are blueberries and cherries. It is a pretty nice farm to pick blueberries and cherries, and at a pretty good price ($3.00 Cash $3.25 Credit). But, there are no decent restrooms, and a lot of dust flying around. There a lot of blueberry and cherry trees. Blueberry trees have many ripe blueberries. Meanwhile, cherry trees have very few cherries, unless you go to the end of the rows. Coming to Ott Farms, you don't need to bring your own bags and buckets - Ott Farms provides it. Cherry and Blueberry Picking - 4 stars * Parking Parking at Ott Farms is very easy. There are staff members guiding you into a parking spot. Although it might be kind of far to walk to the entrance, but it's very easy to park. Parking - 5 stars * Theft Lining up in line to pay, they check everyone's personal items to see if you have stolen their blueberries and cherries. I feel like I have no privacy, even if it is a very small bag; they check it. Also, they have staff members around the farm to make sure no one "escapes" the farm with their cherries and blueberries. If you stole their fruit, they would take away the blueberries/cherries that you've picked; not letting you buy it. They would tell you to leave and never come back. Honestly, the staff at Ott Farms are pretty kind about theft. But, they should trust their customers. Theft - 2 stars * Service We lined up and asked for two separate bags. But, they ignored us. I understand how it's hard to take care of all the customers during rush hour, but you should still listen. We asked many times, until they "slammed" a bag at us; not helping us separate it. Honestly, I don't think their staff members are very kind; although most of their staff are probably students. Service - 1 star Conclusion: If you like picking blueberries and cherries, Ott Farms is a great option. But, there are many other farms near Modesto that are also very decent. read more
Arrived @ 10 AM Sunday (05/20/2018) Stayed for 2ish hours -plenty of ripe blueberries to pick. Not as much cherries though Ott Farms has blueberry and cherry picking. Cherry trees provide great shade from the sun, while blueberry bushes do not. I believe they have different types of blueberry grown here. -i saw a group having a picnic underneath the cherry trees which is a pretty neat idea The process -grab [a] bucket(s) [set out on a table when you enter]-they provide buckets for you -fill bucket with any blueberries (ripe when dark blue black shade) and/or cherries (make sure to pick the big,red ones) -bring bucket back to the front area to pay. They pour your bucket contents into a plastic bag and weigh them. -fyi: if you carry a larger bag inside, they will ask to search it when you exit. They searched my backpack Price: $3.00/ lb with cash or $3.25/ lb with credit card -ended up buying $37 (cash) worth of blueberries and cherries (two full buckets of blueberries and one 2/3rds full bucket of cherries) Bathrooms = Porta potties (portable toilets) -i think they had 7 or 8? at the front. The one i went to was decently clean. No hand sanitizer, but there is a water faucet station near the front to the left of the porta potties. This was my first time picking fruits and I had a fun time at Ott Farms. Makes you realize just how much work it takes to pick fruits. The blueberries are sweet and big, and the cherries are mildly sweet. *didn't have any problems with the parking nor did I have any unpleasant experiences with the staff Definitely recommend coming here, especially for the blueberries!!! -bring a hat/ wear sunscreen read more
8 years ago
3 years ago
8 years ago
I have been here in the past years with my family and they keep improving their parking and how organized it is. This was an enjoyable experience for my children. We found blueberries very easily. Cherries were not plentiful, you have to look at the trees way in the back far corner and most cherries are too high up. You grab a bucket at entrance and pick blueberries from different colored ribbon areas. At the Exit, They transfer your berries unto a plastic bag, then weigh it on the way out, you pay $3 per pound. So I usually pay around $12 for mostly blueberries and a few cherries. Great rate for delicious fresh blueberries. Tip: 1: Wear a hat and comfortable walking shoes 2: Only pick the dark red or almost burgundy cherries. Those are sweet. 3: Collect blueberries that are ripe, dark blue and larger, the ones with green hue are tart. 4. Come well before they close (Sunday they close by 3pm) The earlier in the day, the cooler is it. *The employee also taught us that if the cherries get picked before they are ready, they never ripen. read more
3 years ago
9 years ago
Blueberries and cherries were both $3/lb by cash. No cherries to pick, however. Blueberries were ripe but not that large. Staff were unwelcoming. Looked people up and down as the entered especially those entering with small bags. I get it, you don't want people to steal, but you could still kindly greet people. Tips: wear sunscreen/hat, long pants if you don't want bug bites or scratches, make sure it's clothes you don't mind getting dusty and dirty. read more
11 years ago
This is a little hidden gem of the Central Valley. A great place to bring the whole family and grab a bucket to pick fresh cherries and blueberries. Upon arriving, you get a plastic bucket and directed to the areas where you may pick your own fruit. The farm staff will weigh it for you and you pay for what you picked. Trust me! It adds up fast! Bring cash- they only take cash. It's a farm, so it's perfectly dusty, unpaved, & sunny & hot. There are different varieties of blueberries. We came home with about 10 lbs of fruit for about $30. The taste was awesome! Overall it was quite a drive out here, but it was so worth it. The kids love picking (and eating) the fruit. The staff working there was very friendly. I think next time I'll bring a little blanket and eat lunch in the cherry orchard with the kiddos. read more
7 years ago
I went to Ott farm last Sunday . That was the first time I pick blueberries . Never seem blueberry trees before . Totally in love with this farm , the blueberries are so sweet and the cherries so crispy and crunchy . Will definitely go back again ! read more
3 years ago
6 years ago
I never knew blueberry picking existed! What's great about this farm is that they have cherries at the farm too. I thought I would be focusing on all the blueberries but it gets sorta boring and the hunt is more fun with cherries. They are $3 a pound for either if you pay cash and more if you credit. There is no picnic area but I did see people bring blankets and get shaded under the cherry trees. I spent about 2 hours there picking and was quite exhausted and hungry. Somehow people got buckets and buckets and I was struggling until I found some good trees. Overall a great fun experience. I went middle of May and there are probably still goods for another few weeks. read more
9 years ago
10 years ago
Cash, cash, cash. They only take cash. If you forget cash the next atm is like 10 mins drive into the city. Came with my kids and they love it. My 3 year daughter loves picking it cause it's at her height level. We stayed like 30 mins cause Eventhough it was cloudy that day, I was hot and sweaty. There's a place where u can wash your blueberries. Don't drink the water cause it's has a stench. If you get a small tour as well read more
11 years ago
It's a Great farm! I enjoyed picking blueberries under the sun! You want to bring water and a hat . Unfortunately the cherry season is over but lots lots of blue berries ! $2.75 per pound for both berries and cherries. Will come back in next year! read more
9 years ago
11 years ago
The first time I come here , this is wonderful place ! A Big farm !The kids can pick because blueberries are low. I'm really love it ! My son , he pick and eat a lot of blueberry that him favorite! That's beautiful place ! Take ur family come here ! read more
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3083 Shiloh Rd
Modesto, CA 95358
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When will blueberry be open this year? The website is down...
It's open now. Address: 3083 Shiloh Rd., Modesto CA 95358
Is dog allow? Does it open on Memorial day?
I have never seen a dog there so my answer would be no. Have no idea if they are open on Memorial day but the drive is short from Modesto so it would be worth your while to show up. Look up the farm on their website and ask them the question.
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