Berry farm
Santa Fe River Farms
U-pick blueberries in Gainesville, Florida
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“We are open for u-pick blueberry season!”
Source: riverandrootfarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
Season
“Our 2026 Blueberry Season is Here!”
“Even though blueberry season has ended, the farm continues growing year-round.”
Source: riverandrootfarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“& Sundays 8am - 6pm”
Source: riverandrootfarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“$5 farm entry (2yo+)*”
Source: riverandrootfarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
“$7 per pound u-pick blueberries”
“$9 per pound pre-picked blueberries”
Source: riverandrootfarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“*Entry includes access to the blueberry fields, bamboo grove, and trails to the Santa Fe River, along with picnic tables and a lounge area.”
Source: riverandrootfarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Blueberries
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blueberries | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – |
Typical Florida seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Blueberries: March–May. Source: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: Florida Produce Seasonal Availability Calendar (Fresh From Florida), read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Reservations
- Not needed
- Address
- 8910 East County Road 255, Gainesville, FLAlachua County
More from the farm’s website
No reservation is needed.
Besides picking
- Picnic area
Santa Fe River Farms: questions
Does Santa Fe River Farms have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "🫐 We are open for u-pick blueberry season!" (read October 6, 2026)
Do you need a reservation at Santa Fe River Farms?
No. The farm says no reservation is needed.