Vacaville is a charming town surrounded by the pleasant landscape views of Northern Cali as well as the hustle and bustle of nearby Sacramento and San Francisco. It’s also conveniently located near several farms where picking your own produce makes for the perfect family activity. Here are four farms within driving distance from Vacaville ideal for a “you-pick” produce pick-me-up.
Larry’s Produce
Take a short, 13-minute trip from Vacaville into Fairfield to reach our first farm on the list. Larry’s Produce is one of the biggest fresh produce stands in Solano County and offers everything from citrus fruits and berries to corn and winter squash. They also bring plenty of family fun by offering a pumpkin patch and hay rides in the fall and a large selection of Christmas trees in the winter.
You can even pick your own flowers, satisfy your taste buds at one of the nearby food trucks, and save money with affordable produce pricing. The farm is open daily beginning June 16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ready to check out? Keep in mind the farm only accepts cash.
R. Kelley Farms
This Sacramento farm is only a 35-minute drive from Vacaville and open yearly from July to October. Hours run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Here at R. Kelley Farms, you’ll find more than enough to satisfy your fresh produce cravings. Pick your favorites from an inventory packed with items such as purple hull peas, speckled butter beans, tomatoes, red potatoes, and sweet melons. Want to see if an item is in stock and ready for picking? Be sure to call ahead for updates on availability.
Papini Family Orchards and Farm
In the mood for picking cherries? Papini Family Orchards and Farm in Brentwood is just an hour’s drive for Vacaville residents. Here you’ll find rows of orchards blooming with fresh and fragrant cherries, including varieties such as Utah Giants, Rainiers, and Sweethearts. Buckets for picking are provided, so stop by and get your fill of these lovely fruits. There are no extra fees for parking or admission, and hours range from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the weekends during the months of May and June.
Sun Mountain Farm
Situated an hour and a half away in the Apple Hill region of Camino, California, Sun Mountain Farm is the place to hit for seasonal varieties of apples, blueberries, and pumpkins. You’ll find apples such as Gala and Granny Smith as well as blueberries like Early Blue and Spartan. And how about seasonal pumpkins ideal for your autumn festivities? You’ll find different types you and the kids will have fun looking for together.
Planning a visit to Sun Mountain Farm to pick your own produce? The farm is open for weekday appointments scheduled between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Picking season starts in mid-September, so plan your visit and grab the family for a day of fun and adventure.
Interested in picking your own fresh fruits and veggies at a local farm? These top contenders near Vacaville have you covered!
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