It’s summer berry season, and if you love blueberry picking, Columbia, SC has a few patches and local farms that are perfect for u-pick blueberries. Need details? We’ve got you covered! Berry season is short, so get ready to fill up your basket at one of these local farms.
Things to Know Before You Go Blueberry Picking
First off, speaking from the experience of someone who picks blueberries in Columbia yearly, here are some tips to make your experience better for kids:
- You will need bug spray. These berries grow in the shade of bushes that can last decades, and in our experience, that moist, green area invites those itchy monsters. Whatever you use, you’ll want to use it well to make sure this experience isn’t just scratching and aloe-inducing.
- Also, going early in the day seems to help. This way, you can beat the crowds and the heat!
- Where closed-toed shoes.
- Always make sure to visit a restroom before you get to the blueberry patch.
Patches Open for Blueberry Picking: Columbia, SC
Berry Hill Farm
Berry Hill Farm is open now for blueberry picking! This farm has been around for 40 years and uses organic pesticides only.
First, here are a few things to know before you go:
- It is not walker-friendly, but there are lower fields that they will try to help make wheelchair accessible.
- They are open from 7:30 am – 1:00 and 6:00 pm till dark, Monday – Saturday. Yes, they are closed in the afternoon, the hottest part of the day, and you will likely be glad. Also, they are closed on Sundays.
- Please note, the blueberries are $2 per lb and they only take cash or check, no cards or Venmo. However, you will not need buckets; they have their own for you to use.
- You can call the farm ahead of time to make sure they are open, but do not call late at night or on Sunday.
Berry Hill Farm
219 Bluefield Road, Lexington, SC
803.957.4203
Smith Blueberry Farm
Smith Blueberry Farm is a pesticide-free blueberry farm in Leesville, SC will open for u-pick on June 14, 2025. They will have sporadic u-pick dates, so follow their Facebook to see which days they will have the patches open to the public.
Their general season hours are Monday-Saturday from 7 am to 11 am, and 5 pm to 8 pm. Sunday hours are 5 pm to 8 pm. Please call ahead to make sure the patch is open before heading there.
Smith Blueberry Farm
341 Holley Ferry Road, Leesville, SC
1.803.532.6219
Southern Blues Blueberry Farm
If you cannot make it to Lexington, Southern Blues Blueberry Farm in Chapin also has blueberry picking near Columbia.
They are the same price as Berry Hill, $1.75 per pound. It is u-pick and honor system pay. They are open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday according to their Facebook page.
Southern Blues Blueberry Farm
216 East Boundary Street, Chapin, SC
803.227.9660
Drive a Little Further for Blueberry Picking
Oak Grove Farm of Gaston, SC
You can find u-pick blueberries in nearby Oak Grove Farm, but you’ll need to keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates about hours. You can also contact them directly by phone to see if they are open on the day you want to go. Prepicked blueberries, eggs, and the occasional pork for the BBQ can be purchased as well.
Oak Grove Farm
872 Old Sandy Run Road, Gaston, SC
803.917.2694
Farms That Are a 1+ Hour Drive from Columbia, SC
Up for a longer drive? You’ll find options in North, SC (Orangeburg County) and a few in Aiken/North Augusta. These farms are all about one hour’s drive away, including Honalee Farm, Herbs N Berries, and Kiser Family Farm.
Did we miss anyone? What is your favorite place to go blueberry picking near Columbia, South Carolina?
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