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Fruit picking in the Dandenong Ranges

Autumn garden landscape in the Dandenong Ranges
A view from the Dandenong Ranges. Confirm opening and crop availability with individual farms before travelling. "Autumn in the Dandenong Ranges" by Adrian Mohedano, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

In October, strawberries are picking in Dandenong Ranges. We list 24 farms across this region — browse the listings below and call ahead to confirm what's ripe before you travel.

The Dandenong Ranges climb up from Melbourne's eastern suburbs, with most of the picking farms around Silvan, Olinda and Wandin East roughly 45 minutes to an hour from the CBD. This is Victoria's densest patch of pick-your-own, built around a long cherry and berry run from late spring through summer: Blue Hills Berries and Cherries and Chapmans Berry and Fruit Farm both open at Silvan from mid-November, and berry specialists like Fielderberry Farm and Folly Farm Blueberries in Olinda keep raspberries and blueberries going into February and March. Rayners Orchard at Woori Yallock stands out for variety, running guided tractor tours through stone fruit, apples, pears and citrus across most of the year, while Sanders Apples releases ticketed autumn picking days each year. There's even truffle hunting at Truffle Valley in winter. With so many small growers, opening days and picking windows change often, so always confirm with the farm before heading up.

About an hour east of Melbourne

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Farms compared by picking status, typical season, price, booking and whether they suit kids.
Farm Status Typical season Entry / price Booking Kids
Blue Hills Berries and Cherries In season Nov-Jan; Nov-Feb Cherry Blossom Show from $15; U-Pick cherries from $18 adult / $9 kid (4+); weekday/weekend pricing varies Booking required Yes
Jay Berries In 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
Rayner's Orchard In season Nov-Dec; Dec-Mar Guided tractor tour with tasting and u-pick; pricing not published (booking required via FareHarbor) Booking required Yes
Avonsleigh Berries In season soon early Dec-mid Feb Estimated family cost $20-$50; cash only Booking required Yes
Cherry Haven In season soon from mid Dec until picked out (2025 season ended 26 Dec) $20 per adult; $10 for ages 4-13; under 3 free Booking recommended Yes
CherryHill Orchards In season soon Nov-early Jan Weekdays approx $22.50 adult/$13 kids; weekends approx $25 adult/$15 kids; family packages available; all-you-can-eat while picking Booking required Yes
Emily Hill Farm In season soon mid Dec-Feb — Booking required —
Fielderberry Farm In season soon early Dec onward; Dec-Mar No entry fee; produce sold by weight — Yes
Folly Farm Blueberries In season soon early Jan-mid Feb $10 children, $20 adults (per RACV, includes 500g blueberries); ready-picked 500g punnets also available Booking required Yes
Lanidale 'The Cherry Well' In season soon Nov-Jan $18 per adult; $15 per kilogram of cherries (per one source) — —
Monbulk Blueberry Farm In season soon Dec-Feb Pre-picked 500g punnets around $13; cash only, no EFTPOS available. U-pick-specific pricing not stated in sources found. Booking required —
Montrose Christmas Tree Farm In season soon Late Nov-24 Dec — — —
Ports Christmas Tree Farm In season soon Late Nov-Dec — — —
Wandin Yallock Farms In season soon From early-mid Nov 2026 Entry $18 adults/13+, $12 kids 4-12, under 4 free, family $54; take-home raspberries $9.90/500g No booking needed Yes
Botaniculture Closed for season January to early April (weekends only, weather permitting) From $65pp; includes a bucket of dahlias and loan snips Booking required —
Burnarlook Llamas and Hazelnuts Closed for season late Feb-early Apr — Booking required Yes
Chestnut Springs Closed for season April-May Entry $6 per adult; chestnuts $7/kg Booking recommended —
Gather Flower Farm Closed for season Feb-Mar (booked sessions) Medium vase $50, large bucket $100; ~1.5-hr session Booking required Yes
Harvest Homestead Farm & Flowers Closed for season Summer-autumn, designated picking days You-Cut Vase experience from $30 AUD per person (own-vase returning visitors get a discounted rate); You-Cut Bucket option $80 AUD; private group events $50 per person. Non-picking companions and children accompany at no extra charge. Booking required Yes
Ruefleur Chestnuts Closed for season late March/April, some sources say into May, subject to season length and stock availability — Booking required —
Sanders Apples Closed for season mid Feb-early May, selected dates Ticketed entry (dates and prices released mid-to-late January each year); gift vouchers available Booking required Yes
Truffle Valley Closed for season mid Jun-end Aug — Booking required Yes
Chapmans Berry and Fruit Farm (Chappies U-Pick) Unconfirmed · call ahead mid Nov-Jan Call ahead — Yes
Silvan Cherry and Berry Farm Unconfirmed · call ahead Nov-Jan Call ahead — —

Open or in season now in this region

  • Blue Hills Berries and Cherries Silvan · Strawberries View
  • Jay Berries Wandin East · Strawberries View
  • Rayner's Orchard Woori Yallock · Apples View
  • Avonsleigh Berries Avonsleigh · Cherries View
  • Cherry Haven Wandin East · Cherries View
  • CherryHill Orchards Wandin East / Coldstream · Cherries View

Farms in this region

24 farms

In season soon Last verified 12 Oct 2026

Cherry Haven

Wandin East · Dandenong Ranges

Season
from mid Dec until picked out (2025 season ended 26 Dec)
Price
$20 per adult; $10 for ages 4-13; under 3 free
Open
Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm during season (from mid-December)
Booking
Booking recommended
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In season soon Last verified 19 Oct 2026

CherryHill Orchards

Wandin East / Coldstream · Dandenong Ranges

Season
Nov-early Jan
Price
Weekdays approx $22.50 adult/$13 kids
Open
9am-5:30pm daily during cherry season (approx late Nov to early Jan)
Booking
Booking required
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In season soon Last verified 19 Oct 2026

Emily Hill Farm

Dewhurst · Dandenong Ranges

Season
mid Dec-Feb
Open
Hours vary by demand/supply; registered/appointment customers only, text ahead
Booking
Booking required
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In season soon Last verified 12 Oct 2026

Monbulk Blueberry Farm

Monbulk · Dandenong Ranges

Season
Dec-Feb
Price
Pre-picked 500g punnets around $13
Open
Dec-Feb; u-pick is for registered customers only — email the farm to register
Booking
Booking required
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In season soon Last verified 12 Oct 2026

Wandin Yallock Farms

Wandin Yallock · Dandenong Ranges

Season
From early-mid Nov 2026
Price
Entry $18 adults/13+, $12 kids 4-12, under 4 free, family $54
Open
Wed-Sun in season; closed Mon-Tue. Tickets bought on the day at the farm
Booking
No booking needed
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Closed for season Last verified 19 Oct 2026

Botaniculture

Silvan · Dandenong Ranges

Season
January to early April (weekends only, weather permitting)
Price
From $65pp; includes a bucket of dahlias and loan snips
Open
Ticketed weekend sessions from 9am, Jan-early Apr; book ahead
Booking
Booking required
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Closed for season Last verified 12 Oct 2026

Chestnut Springs

Gembrook · Dandenong Ranges

Season
April-May
Price
Entry $6 per adult; chestnuts $7/kg
Open
Saturdays and Sundays from 11 April through the April-May chestnut season
Booking
Booking recommended
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Closed for season Last verified 19 Oct 2026

Gather Flower Farm

Silvan · Dandenong Ranges

Season
Feb-Mar (booked sessions)
Price
Medium vase $50, large bucket $100; ~1.5-hr session
Open
Booked Pick Your Own sessions on set dates, Feb-Mar
Booking
Booking required
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Closed for season Last verified 21 Sep 2026

Sanders Apples

Three Bridges · Dandenong Ranges

Season
mid Feb-early May, selected dates
Price
Ticketed entry
Open
Selected dates mid-February to early May; join mailing list for ticket release
Booking
Booking required
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Closed for season Last verified 21 Sep 2026

Truffle Valley

Seville · Dandenong Ranges

Season
mid Jun-end Aug
Open
Guided truffle hunts during winter harvest season, by booking
Booking
Booking required
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Farm experiences in this region

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Farm experiences compared by type, access, current status and location.
Farm Experience Access Status Where
Avoca Park Equestrian Donkey Experience Meet the animals Booking required Currently offered Dandenong Ranges, VIC
Chakana Blue Alpacas Meet the animals & Farm tours Booking required Currently offered Dandenong Ranges, VIC
Chesterfield Farm Meet the animals & Tractor & wagon rides Booking required Currently offered Dandenong Ranges, VIC
Collingwood Children’s Farm Meet the animals, Hands-on workshops & Seasonal events & open days Booking required Currently offered Dandenong Ranges, VIC
Gembrook Truffles Farm tours Booking required Currently offered Dandenong Ranges, VIC
Myuna Farm Meet the animals & Tractor & wagon rides Contact the farm Currently offered Dandenong Ranges, VIC

Farms in Dandenong Ranges

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30 farms

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Last verified 19 Oct 2026. We check listings against farms' own sources and re-verify regularly. How we verify Report a change

Frequently asked questions

Where can I pick cherries near the Dandenong Ranges?

Blue Hills Berries and Cherries, Chapmans Berry and Fruit Farm and Silvan Cherry and Berry Farm are all clustered around Silvan and open from mid-November into January. CherryHill Orchards and Cherry Haven, both near Wandin East, run similar seasons. Cherry availability can finish early in a hot summer, so call ahead before you drive up.

Where can I pick berries near the Dandenong Ranges?

Raspberries, blueberries and blackberries are grown at several farms including Fielderberry Farm and Avonsleigh Berries, with picking generally running from early December through to February or March. Folly Farm Blueberries in Olinda has one of the later blueberry seasons, typically January to February.

When is the best time to visit the Dandenong Ranges for picking?

Late November to February is the busiest stretch, when cherries and the first berries overlap. Apples follow from March through May at orchards like Rayners and Sanders, and truffle season at Truffle Valley runs mid-June to end of August. Check ahead, since ripening dates shift with the season.

How much does fruit picking cost in the Dandenong Ranges?

Prices vary by farm and crop. Blue Hills Berries and Cherries charges from about $18 for cherry entry, Chapmans charges $9 adult entry plus around $10/kg for cherries, and Folly Farm Blueberries charges about $20 for adults including 500g of blueberries. Always confirm current pricing when you call.

Do Dandenong Ranges farms need bookings?

Several do. Blue Hills Berries and Cherries, CherryHill Orchards, Rayners Orchard, Sanders Apples and Truffle Valley all either require or recommend booking, especially in peak cherry weeks and for guided tours. Smaller berry farms are more likely to take walk-ins, but calling ahead is still the safest approach.