Find blueberry picking near Melbourne at 14 farms within about 90 minutes of the CBD. The typical season runs December to February — check each farm's current status below and call ahead before you set out.
Blueberry picking near Melbourne is well served by the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley, both under an hour from the CBD, with further options around Geelong and the Mornington Peninsula for a slightly different day out. The core season runs from December through to February, peaking in January, though a few farms with mixed berry patches stretch into March. It's a popular summer holiday activity, so weekends can get busy at the better-known spots, and booking ahead is common. Pricing often bundles entry with a set weight of berries, for example around twenty dollars for an adult including 500 grams, rather than pure pay-by-kilo. Folly Farm Blueberries in Olinda is a well-known choice in the Dandenongs, with entry pricing that includes a punnet to take home. Confirm booking requirements before you head up, since several farms need tickets in advance.
| Farm | Status | Typical season | Entry / price | Booking | Kids | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avonsleigh Berries | Closed for season | early Dec-mid Feb | Estimated family cost $20-$50; cash only | Booking required | Yes | About an hour east of Melbourne |
| Blue Hills Berries and Cherries | Closed for season | Nov-Jan; Nov-Feb | — | Booking required | Yes | About an hour east of Melbourne |
| Castella Blueberries | Closed for season | Jan-Feb | Pay-by-weight for picked berries; no specific rate published in sources reviewed. | — | Yes | About an hour north-east of Melbourne |
| Emily Hill Farm | Closed for season | mid Dec-Feb | — | Booking required | — | About an hour east of Melbourne |
| Fielderberry Farm | Closed for season | early Dec onward; Dec-Mar | No entry fee; produce sold by weight | — | Yes | About an hour east of Melbourne |
| Folly Farm Blueberries | Closed for season | Jan-Feb | $10 children, $20 adults (per RACV, includes 500g blueberries); ready-picked 500g punnets also available | Booking required | Yes | About an hour east of Melbourne |
| Jay Berries | Closed for season | Oct-Mar (varies by fruit) | Entry fee (approx $5-8 per person in older sources) includes tasting and picking containers; produce weighed and charged per kilogram; tractor rides for extra fee | — | Yes | About an hour east of Melbourne |
| Monbulk Blueberry Farm | Closed for season | Dec-Feb | Pre-picked 500g punnets around $13; cash only, no EFTPOS available. U-pick-specific pricing not stated in sources found. | Booking required | — | About an hour east of Melbourne |
| Ripe 'N' Ready Cherry Farm | Closed for season | mid Nov-mid Jan | — | — | Yes | About an hour south of Melbourne |
| Rocky Creek Strawberry Farm | Closed for season | Nov-Apr | Not published on site; entry/picking pricing not specified in sources checked | No booking needed | Yes | About an hour south of Melbourne |
| Summerberries Blueberry Farm | Closed for season | mid-December to end of February | Official website's 'Pick Your Own' page states $20/kg for self-picked blueberries. A third-party site (schoolholidaysaustralia.com.au) cited different figures (children free, adults $5 entry, ~$9/bunch) that could not be corroborated elsewhere and may be inaccurate or outdated. | Booking recommended | Yes | About an hour north-east of Melbourne |
| The Farm Silvan | Closed for season | summer, dates vary by season | — | Booking required | — | About an hour north-east of Melbourne |
| Tuckerberry Hill Berry Farm | Closed for season | mid Dec-early Feb; Nov-Mar (weekends only) | Pricing not published on site; pay for what you pick by weight (typical of berry farms). Check Instagram 'Friday Fruit Report' for current picking availability. | No booking needed | Yes | Around Geelong, about an hour south-west of Melbourne |
| Silvan Cherry and Berry Farm | Unconfirmed · call ahead | Nov-Jan | Call ahead | — | — | About an hour east of Melbourne |
14 farms
Avonsleigh · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
Silvan · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
Castella · Yarra Valley
About an hour north-east of Melbourne
Dewhurst · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
Cockatoo · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
Olinda · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
Wandin East · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
Monbulk · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
Red Hill · Mornington Peninsula
About an hour south of Melbourne
Main Ridge · Mornington Peninsula
About an hour south of Melbourne
Glenburn · Yarra Valley
About an hour north-east of Melbourne
Silvan · Yarra Valley
About an hour north-east of Melbourne
Drysdale · Geelong & the Bellarine
Around Geelong, about an hour south-west of Melbourne
Silvan · Dandenong Ranges
About an hour east of Melbourne
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The Dandenong Ranges, especially around Olinda and Avonsleigh, and the Yarra Valley are the main clusters, both within about an hour of Melbourne. Geelong-Bellarine and the Mornington Peninsula have further options a little further afield, useful if the Dandenongs are booked out on a summer weekend.
Most Melbourne-area blueberry farms sit between 45 minutes and an hour and a half from the CBD, with the Dandenong Ranges being the closest and most convenient cluster for a half-day trip. Geelong and Mornington Peninsula farms are further out, closer to the 90-minute mark, but worth it if the closer patches are booked out.
The main blueberry season around Melbourne runs from December through to February, with peak picking in January. A handful of farms with mixed berry patches, including some in Geelong-Bellarine, extend into March. Seasons shift with weather, so call ahead to confirm the patch is still producing.
Many popular Dandenong Ranges blueberry farms, including some ticketed operations, require or strongly recommend booking ahead, especially for weekend visits during the January peak. Smaller or more casual farms elsewhere may allow walk-ups, but it's worth calling first either way.
