Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
@Birdwood Pick Your Own Cherries
Birdwood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec
- Open
- Seasonal, reopening December each year
Cherry picking near Adelaide
Find cherry picking near Adelaide at 14 farms within about 90 minutes of the CBD. The typical season runs mid-November to mid-January — check each farm's current status below and call ahead before you set out.
Cherry picking near Adelaide means the Adelaide Hills, and it's one of the richest clusters of orchards on this whole site — family farms packed in around Forest Range, Lenswood, Balhannah and Birdwood, plus a further option down on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The season runs roughly mid-November to mid-January, peaking through December, though individual orchards each open for a shorter six-week stretch within that window depending on their variety mix.
Most farms sit about 30 minutes to an hour from the CBD, making this an easy half-day out even with a late start. Harben Vale Cherries at Balhannah is a good benchmark for pricing, with an $8 adult entry and cherries charged per kilogram on top. Some Hills orchards only open once Christmas has passed, so if you're planning a visit, check the specific dates before you drive up — the season can finish earlier than expected after a run of hot days.
Compare cherry farms near Adelaide
| Farm | Status | Typical season | Entry / price | Booking | Kids | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| @Birdwood Pick Your Own Cherries | Closed for season | Dec | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Ancara Estate | Closed for season | late Nov-late Dec | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Charleston Cherries | Closed for season | mid Nov-late Dec | — | — | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Cherries at Verdun | Closed for season | Dec-early Jan | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Everlong Orchard | Closed for season | Dec | — | No booking needed | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Harben Vale Cherries | Closed for season | Dec-mid Jan | Entry: adults $8, children under 12 $4, under 5 free; cherries priced per kg (varies by variety); 1.9% card surcharge | Booking recommended | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Harrisville Orchards | Closed for season | early Dec-season finish; season varies | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Jauma Organic | Closed for season | early Dec-early Jan | — | — | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Kersbrook Cherry Farm | Closed for season | Nov-Dec, varies by year | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Marble Hill Cherries | Closed for season | mid Dec-early Jan | — | — | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Masons Orchards | Closed for season | early Dec-early Jan | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Plummers Border Valley Orchards | Closed for season | early Dec-mid Jan | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| A.T. Thompson Cherries | Unconfirmed · call ahead | late Nov-Jan (2026/27 season stated as 28 Nov 2026 - 20 Jan 2027) | Call ahead | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Cherrytime Orchard | Unconfirmed · call ahead | Early-to-mid December through first week of January (by appointment) | Call ahead | Booking required | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
Cherry farms near Adelaide
14 farms
Closed for season
Last verified 26 Jul 2026
Ancara Estate
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- late Nov-late Dec
- Open
- Seasonal, late Nov-late Dec
Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
Charleston Cherries
Charleston · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- mid Nov-late Dec
- Open
- Seasonal, mid Nov-late Dec
Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
Cherries at Verdun
Balhannah · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec-early Jan
- Open
- Seasonal, Dec-early Jan; some years only open a few weekends
Closed for season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Everlong Orchard
Forest Range · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec
- Open
- Seasonal, December; check Facebook for specific open days
- Booking
- No booking needed
Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
Harben Vale Cherries
Balhannah · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec-mid Jan
- Price
- Entry: adults $8, children under 12 $4, under 5 free
- Open
- Seasonal, Dec through mid-Jan; groups over 8 must SMS ahead
- Booking
- Booking recommended
Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
Harrisville Orchards
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- early Dec-season finish; season varies
- Open
- Seasonal, contact ahead to confirm picking availability
Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
Jauma Organic
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- early Dec-early Jan
- Open
- Seasonal
Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
Kersbrook Cherry Farm
Kersbrook · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Nov-Dec, varies by year
- Open
- Seasonal; check Facebook/website for annual season dates
Closed for season
Last verified 31 Aug 2026
Marble Hill Cherries
Ashton · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- mid Dec-early Jan
- Open
- Seasonal, mid Dec-early Jan
Closed for season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Masons Orchards
Forest Range · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- early Dec-early Jan
- Open
- Seasonal, early Dec-early Jan
Closed for season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Plummers Border Valley Orchards
Forest Range · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- early Dec-mid Jan
- Open
- Seasonal, early Dec-mid Jan, two sites
Unconfirmed · call ahead
Not recently verified
A.T. Thompson Cherries
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- late Nov-Jan (2026/27 season stated as 28 Nov 2026 - 20 Jan 2027)
- Open
- Open daily during cherry season, approx.
Details may have changed. Call before travelling.
Unconfirmed · call ahead
Not recently verified
Cherrytime Orchard
Lobethal · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Early-to-mid December through first week of January (by appointment)
- Booking
- Booking required
Details may have changed. Call before travelling.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I pick cherries near Adelaide?
Nearly all cherry picking near Adelaide happens in the Adelaide Hills, clustered around Forest Range, Lenswood, Balhannah, Birdwood, Ashton and Charleston, about 30 to 45 minutes from the city. There's also a further option down on the Fleurieu Peninsula near Willunga, about an hour south. With this many orchards close together, it's worth comparing a couple before you go.
How far is cherry picking from Adelaide?
Most Adelaide Hills cherry orchards are a short 30 to 45 minute drive from the CBD via the South Eastern Freeway, making them one of the closest cherry-picking clusters to any Australian capital. The Fleurieu Peninsula option adds around another 20 to 30 minutes heading south. Weekend traffic through Crafers and Stirling can slow things down in peak December, so allow extra time.
When can you pick cherries near Adelaide?
The Adelaide Hills cherry season generally runs from mid-November to mid-January, with December the reliable peak. Individual orchards typically open for around six weeks somewhere inside that window — some start earlier in November, others don't open until after Christmas. Because ripening depends on the weather, ring the orchard you're planning to visit for its current dates.
Do I need to book to pick cherries near Adelaide?
It varies by orchard. Harben Vale Cherries recommends booking ahead, especially on weekends, while several of the smaller Forest Range and Lenswood growers take walk-ins without a booking system. Because policies differ across this many farms, call or check social media the same week you plan to visit.