Who else has gone strawberry picking this year? We kicked off our picking season in early May with a trip to Pecan Creek Strawberry Farm in Pilot Point, TX! It was such a fun, family-friendly experience—our little guy had a blast, and our sweet girl was just along for the ride, her usual “whatever you say, Mommy” attitude in full effect.
If you’re thinking about heading out to pick fresh strawberries, I have a few helpful tips based on our experience!
Tips for a Successful Strawberry Picking Trip
1. Arrive Early!
Strawberry farms sell out fast! Try to get there about 20-30 minutes before they open at 10 AM to get a good spot in line.
2. Don’t Let the Line Scare You
At first glance, the long lines might seem overwhelming, but don’t be discouraged! We waited about 15 minutes and still found plenty of juicy strawberries left to pick.
3. Budget for the Bucket
If you fill a strawberry picking bucket, it’s about $40. Since I knew this in advance, we decided to share one bucket instead of getting one per person. The empty bucket itself costs about $4, and if you pick just a small amount, you’ll pay based on weight. We ended up with just under a pound (~25 strawberries) for about $6, which was perfect for us. But you do you!
4. Keep Your Bucket for Next Time!
A fun perk—you get to keep your bucket and skip the long line on your next visit! Definitely a win for repeat strawberry picking trips.
5. Check for Extra Openings
Pecan Creek sometimes announces additional picking times in the afternoons or evenings, depending on the weather and availability of fresh strawberries. Keep an eye on their Instagram or Facebook for updates.
6. Fun Extras to Check Out
They sell adorable strawberry-themed lemonade cups, drinks, shirts, hats, and even strawberry plants you can take home and grow yourself! We kept it simple with just the bucket and berries, but if you love a cute souvenir, it’s worth browsing their shop.
Plan Your Visit to Pecan Creek Strawberry Farm
Address: 12141 Foutch Road, Pilot Point, TX 76258
Website: pecancreekstrawberryfarm.com
Hours: Open Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:00 AM until they sell out. (Check social media for afternoon/evening openings.)
Other Berry Farms to Visit
If you’re as into berry picking as we are, there are plenty of other great spots to check out in North Texas! We have our sights set on Goober Bubs in Justin for our next strawberry farm adventure—have you been? Let me know your experience!
We’re also planning a blueberry picking trip in July at Blueberry Hill Farms (with a possible stop at Canton Trade Days… depending on how hot it is!). Here are a few other berry farms you might enjoy:
–Pecan Creek Strawberry Farm
–Blackland Berry Farm
–Blase Family Farm
–Blueberry Hill Farms
–Pureland Farm
–Sunset Trail Farm
–Goober Bubs
Have you been to any of these? Do you have any favorite strawberry farms in Texas or tips for a great fruit picking experience? I’d love to hear all about it in the comments!
Happy berry picking! 🍓
