Find citrus picking near Perth at 5 farms within about 90 minutes of the CBD. The typical season runs May to September — check each farm's current status below and call ahead before you set out.
Citrus picking near Perth is concentrated in two areas: the Perth Hills (Pickering Brook, around 45 minutes south-east of the city) and the Swan Valley (about 30 minutes north-east). Farms to visit include The Fruit Corner and Core Cider House in Pickering Brook, Swan Valley Sisters in Henley Brook, and The Orchard Perth in Lower Chittering.
Core Cider House runs seasonal citrus picking events — check their website or social media for upcoming dates. The Fruit Corner charges a small entry fee (around $5 adults, $2 children) with produce priced per kilogram, and no booking is needed. Swan Valley Sisters and The Orchard Perth both require bookings in advance, so plan ahead before visiting.
| Farm | Status | Typical season | Entry / price | Booking | Kids | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Cider House | Closed for season | Jan-May; seasonal, varies by year | — | Booking recommended | Yes | In the hills about 45 minutes east of Perth |
| Swan Valley Sisters | Closed for season | Jul-Sept; Oct-Feb | — | Booking required | — | About 25 minutes from central Perth |
| The Fruit Corner | Closed for season | Nov-Dec; Feb-Mar | Entry approx $5 adult, $2 child; picked produce priced per kg | No booking needed | Yes | In the hills about 45 minutes east of Perth |
| The Orchard Perth | Closed for season | year-round, six navel varieties peaking winter-spring; May-Oct | Fruit picking is bundled into the paid 'Orchard Tractor Ride and Fruit Picking Tour' (booked via Rezdy), not a standalone free entry with per-kg pricing; picked oranges/mandarins can also be bought in the packing shed capped at 5kg per person. Exact ticket price in AUD was not confirmed from sources checked. | Booking required | Yes | About 25 minutes from central Perth |
| Ali's Vineyard PYO | Unconfirmed · call ahead | Dec-Mar; Mar-Apr | Call ahead | — | — | About 25 minutes from central Perth |
5 farms
Pickering Brook · Perth Hills
In the hills about 45 minutes east of Perth
Henley Brook · Swan Valley
About 25 minutes from central Perth
Pickering Brook · Perth Hills
In the hills about 45 minutes east of Perth
Lower Chittering · Swan Valley
About 25 minutes from central Perth
Herne Hill · Swan Valley
About 25 minutes from central Perth
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The main areas are Pickering Brook in the Perth Hills and the Swan Valley. Farms include The Fruit Corner and Core Cider House (both Pickering Brook), Swan Valley Sisters (Henley Brook), and The Orchard Perth (Lower Chittering).
Swan Valley Sisters in Henley Brook is around 30 minutes north-east of Perth. The Pickering Brook farms (The Fruit Corner and Core Cider House) are about 45 minutes south-east. The Orchard Perth in Lower Chittering is roughly 50 minutes north-east.
Citrus is generally picked between June and September in Western Australia. Availability varies by variety and farm, so check with individual farms before visiting — Core Cider House in particular runs specific seasonal events.
The Fruit Corner charges around $5 entry for adults and $2 for children, with produce priced per kilogram. Swan Valley Sisters has no published price — contact them directly. The Orchard Perth includes citrus picking as part of a paid Orchard Tractor Ride experience. Check each farm's website for current pricing.
