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North Dakota Harvest Calendar — Month-by-Month U-Pick Season Guide
Find out exactly when to pick fresh strawberries, blueberries, peaches, apples, pumpkins, and Christmas trees across North Dakota. Updated for 2026 based on regional climate data until we publish the first farms.
| Crop | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🍓Strawberries | ●● | ●● | ||||||||||
| 🍇Raspberries | ●● | ●● | ||||||||||
| 🫐Blueberries | ●● | ●● | ||||||||||
| 🎃Pumpkins | ●● | ●●● | ||||||||||
| 🎄Christmas Trees | ●● |
🍓Strawberries
Peak June and July. Climate-based timeline until farms are published.
🍇Raspberries
Peak July and August. Climate-based timeline until farms are published.
🫐Blueberries
Peak July and August. Climate-based timeline until farms are published.
🎃Pumpkins
Peak September and October. Climate-based timeline until farms are published.
🎄Christmas Trees
Peak November. Climate-based timeline until farms are published.
Frequently asked questions
When is strawberry season in North Dakota?
Strawberry picking usually runs June and July. Arrive early on weekends because fields can sell out by noon.
What crops can I pick in July?
Expect July weekends to focus on Strawberries, Raspberries & Blueberries. Check farm field reports the night before you go, especially after heavy rain.
Where can I find the best pumpkin patches in North Dakota?
Pumpkin patches peak September and October. Prioritize farms that post wagon schedules and corn maze hours so you can time sunset visits.
When do apples ripen in North Dakota?
Most apple orchards are still being vetted in North Dakota. Watch our state update emails for new listings as we confirm growers.