Houston Area Guide to Fruit Picking

Updated February 2026

Don’t let the recent arctic cold fronts fool you, it’s Strawberry Picking Time in Houston! Before the first front came in January, these farms were already open. And while there may only be a few places dedicated to strawberries you’ll be glad you decided to make the trek. Personally, I can’t think of a better way to put winter in the rear view than to get out in the sunshine, wander through the fields, and take in the sweet scent of fresh strawberries in the air. If you also have a love of fresh picked fruit, here’s your guide to strawberry picking all around town.

REMINDER: Fresh fruit ready for picking can be unpredictable, available in limited quantities {so it can run out}, and be susceptible to weather conditions. Always call the farm ahead of time or follow them on social media to check hours and availability.

Atkinson Farms

Atkinson Farms has been open for strawberry picking since early January, and will likely last through the end of April. Later in the season they’ll have blackberries and a flower patch. There is also a large store where you can load up on additional fresh produce that is grown on the farm.

Location :: 3217 Spring Cypress Rd, Spring, TX 77388
Hours :: Monday – Saturday, 10am – 6pm; Sundays, 10am – 2pm
Phone :: 281-353-3236
Cost :: $3 per person entry fee, $4.99 per pound of berries
Follow them on Facebook for the latest picking information!

Froberg’s Farm

Froberg’s Farm is the closest to me, and the one I know best. They have strawberries to pick starting in January, and other fruits, vegetables, flowers, and berries available later in the season. If you can’t find what you’re looking for in the field, the fully stocked farm store rivals the produce section of your favorite grocery store and includes pasture raised chicken, eggs, honey, pecans, and other farm fresh items. Once you’re finished picking, snag a treat in the bakery where there are over 35 flavors of fried pies, and take a break in the Berry Fun playground, which is indeed, very fun!

Froberg’s also hosts an annual Strawberry Festival, Fall Festival, and a recently opened Christmas Tree Farm. Check their website and social media for more information.

Location :: 3601 West Hwy 6, Alvin, TX 77511

Hours :: Daily, 8am – 6pm
Phone :: (281) 585-3531
Cost :: $5 entry fee per picker; Strawberries are $5 per pound. Farm activities are additional.
frobergsfarm.com
Follow them on Facebook for the latest picking information!

Family Farms

Formerly Jollisant Farms, this location has been opening its fields to Houstonians for years. From January through June, guests can pick strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, carrots, corn, okra, and more straight from the vine. There is also a catch and release fishing pond and large play area making a trip to Family Farms a full day of fun. Don’t miss their blueberry jalapeño jam, spicy zucchini relish, and dozens of other creative canned items for sale in the farm store before you leave.

Family Farms also hosts an annual Strawberry Festival and Fall Festival. Check their website and social media for more information.

Location :: 11351 County Rd 203, Plantersville, TX 77363

Hours :: Daily, 9am to 5pm

Phone :: (936) 894-2766
Cost :: $3 for a box for picking; Strawberries are $7 per pound. Farm activities are additional.
www.familyfarmstexas.com
Follow them on Facebook for the latest picking information!

The first time I went strawberry picking with my 1 year old we came home with over 8 pounds of berries, and as much fun as the picking had been, I found myself wondering what to do with our giant haul. As fantastic as they are on their own, there’s only so much fresh berries one human can consume. Thankfully there are so many ways to eat strawberries that celebrate their sweetness. If you also suffer from over-picking, here are some of my favorite recipes that will celebrate your berries!

Strawberry Cake

The last time we had an abundance of berries, we put them to good use in my husband’s birthday cake. The result was so delicious that my family of four devoured half of the cake in one night. The key to bringing out the strawberries’ sweetness in this recipe from the Preppy Kitchen is cooking down the berries before adding them to the cake batter and sweet cream cheese frosting. One note, this recipe makes way more icing than you’ll need. Although, it’s so good, we stored our extra in the freezer and used it for all sorts of other baked goods and treats.

Sweet and Savory Salad

Adding fruit is a great way to amp up the flavor in your regular salad. Strawberries add a touch of sweetness that balances deliciously with a salty salad dressing, making it the perfect place to use up your fresh picked berries.

Strawberry Ice Cream

Strawberry ice cream is hands down my daughter’s favorite cold treat. She would eat it every day if I let her, and actually did in a recent vacation. The only thing better than getting a scoop from ice cream shop is making it fresh at home. If you have an ice cream maker, it will be put to good use making this sweet treat.

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

Mmm strawberry rhubarb pie! It’s my favorite. When it’s warm out of the oven, it’s hard for me to not attack it with a fork straight out of the pan. It was a staple on my family’s Thanksgiving table when I was younger, and now I enjoy making with my kids whenever we find ourselves with an abundance of strawberries. Check out this easy recipe from the New York Times. 

All of my research on strawberry patches reminded me that we also have an abundance of blueberry and blackberry fields around town. Watch this space in May for rundown of more places to collect fresh picked fruit!