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Venture Out To This Roadside Fruit Stand In Idaho For Some Of The Best Peaches Around

Kelley’s Canyon Orchard in Idaho offers a variety of farm-fresh fruits and homemade jams at their picturesque roadside fruit stand.

Published Aug 11, 2020

Written by 

Emerson

One of the best things about summer is getting to enjoy farm-fresh fruit that's grown right here in Idaho. After all, nothing beats going straight to the source when it comes to picking up seasonal fruits and veggies! We're grateful to live in a state with tons of local farms and orchards, but Kelley's Canyon Orchard is consistently a favorite among Idahoans. From juicy peaches to homemade jams, you won't be able to resist picking up some goodies from this charming roadside fruit stand.

For four generations, the 112-year-old Kelley's Canyon Orchard has been growing and providing the community with delicious farm-fresh seasonal produce.

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Located just north of Buhl, you'll definitely want to stop by the orchard's roadside fruit stand for some of their amazing goods! The orchard opens every year around late June for the cherry harvest and stays open through the apple harvest in October.

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The orchard's fruit stand is where visitors can swing by and quickly pick up fruit that's been plucked straight from the ground or tree. They also offer u-pick, although they won't be offering it for the 2020 season.

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Kelley's Canyon Orchard/Facebook

Cherries and apricots are always the first available fruit of the season, starting in mid-June. Mid-August brings a plethora of other delicious options including peaches, pears, plums, and nectarines. You can do a quick search of what's currently in season here.

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Kelley's Canyon Orchard/Facebook

Kelley's also offers a variety of handmade fruit jams. Made from the very fruit they grow at the orchard, you'll definitely want to pick up a couple of jars to take home.

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Kelley's Canyon Orchard/Facebook

Boasting a picturesque location right along the banks of the Snake River in the Snake River Canyon, visiting the fruit stand definitely isn't a chore. It definitely beats the views you get at the grocery store!

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Kelley's Canyon Orchard/Facebook

Don't let the summer pass you by without picking up some locally grown produce at Kelley's Canyon Orchard. For updates regarding the orchard's fruit stand, visit their Facebook page.

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Have you been to this roadside fruit stand? We love supporting our local farmers and growers in Idaho! If you know of any that you'd like to see featured, be sure to nominate them here.

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Here Are The 9 Absolute Best Pumpkin Patches In Idaho To Enjoy In 2024

Discover the best pumpkin patches in Idaho, each offering unique activities and experiences for a perfect fall family outing.

Updated Jul 31, 2024

Written by 

Courtnie Erickson

One of my favorite ways to celebrate fall is at a pumpkin patch. Fortunately, here in Idaho, there are pumpkin patches all around the state that are perfect for a day trip with the entire family. Plus, some of the best pumpkin patches in Idaho not only feature pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, but they also host a myriad of activities from corn mazes to hay rides. In no particular order, here are just a few of the absolute best pumpkin patches in Idaho to enjoy in 2024.

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1. Prairie Home Farm, Coeur d’Alene

A rustic shed with a red canopy, surrounded by pumpkin plants and a clear blue sky.
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Prairie Home Farm is one of the best pumpkin patches near Coeur d’Alene. This 100-year-old, 5-acre farm is where you can visit farm animals, enjoy family photo ops, and hunt for the perfect pumpkin. I recommend you also visit Lil Punkin Pie Co. while you are there. Here, you can try a farm-fresh fruit pie.

2. Lowe Family Farmstead, Kuna

A variety of pumpkins in orange and green hues arranged on straw, with a wooden barn in the background under a blue sky.
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Lowe Family Farmstead is one of the most popular fall destinations in Treasure Valley. Not only can you find the perfect pumpkin in the pumpkin patch but you can also become lost in the massive corn maze, go on a hay ride, grab treats from the candy cannon, visit the u-pick flower field, and so much more.

3. The Berry Ranch, Nampa

A vibrant pumpkin patch with various pumpkins, colorful flowers, and a red barn under a clear blue sky.
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The Berry Ranch is a pick-your-own farm where you can search for pumpkins to take home with you. Located in Nampa, The Berry Ranch is family owned and offers fresh produce throughout the entire year. In addition to picking pumpkins, give yourself plenty of time to also pick tomatoes and sweet corn.

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4. Shindig Farms, Nampa

A carved pumpkin with a distressed face sits on hay bales, surrounded by other pumpkins in a festive autumn setting.
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You will never be bored at Shindig Farms on ID-54 and Scism Road. This pumpkin patch near me has something for everyone from straw mazes and slides to ziplines and jumping pads. Give yourself plenty of time to explore the pumpkin patch where you can even learn some fun facts about pumpkins and their growing process.

5. Kovick Kountry Farm, New Plymouth

A rustic farm scene with pumpkins, corn stalks, and autumn trees in the background, creating a vibrant fall atmosphere.
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Located in the small town of New Plymouth in Payette County you will find Kovick Kountry Farm, one of the best fall destinations in the area. At this farm, you will enjoy favorite fall activities like a kid’s zipline, corn box, and straw slide. Pumpkins are available by the pound and you can purchase corn stalks, straw bales, and other crafts as well.

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6. Swore Farms, Pocatello

Children and adults picking pumpkins in a sunny field with blue skies and autumn foliage in the background.
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Swore Farms in Pocatello has been owned by the Swore family for more than 20 years. This is a popular place in southeastern Idaho for a fall day trip as you’ll find thousands of pumpkins to choose from — it’s definitely going to be a tough decision. There are tractor wagon rides and a corn maze that you certainly won’t want to miss as well.

7. U-Pick Red Barn, Idaho Falls

Aerial view of a pumpkin patch with a red barn, hay bales, and colorful bounce pads, bustling with visitors.
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If you want to get into the fall spirit, U-Pick Red Barn is the place to go. Located in Idaho Falls, this pumpkin patch has something for everyone from pumpkin cannons and slides into corn pits to a straw maze and delicious food. Take either a train, tractor, or wagon hay ride, and then head into the massive pumpkin patch to find a large (or small!) pumpkin to take home with you.

8. Burley Straw Maze and Pumpkin Patch, Burley

Aerial view of a maze and parking area in a rural landscape during sunset, with fields and distant hills.
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Whether you are young or young at heart, you will find something to love at the Burley Straw Maze and Pumpkin Patch. You can get lost in the 8-foot walls of the straw maze or even put on a brave face and visit when it is haunted. You’ll certainly feel in the fall spirit after you have taken a wagon hayride to the pumpkin patch where you’ll find more than 20 different varieties of pumpkins.

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9. Tubbs Berry Farm, Twin Falls

A pumpkin patch with a sign asking "How tall this fall?" and a wheelbarrow filled with a large pumpkin.
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The entire family will love a visit to Tubbs Berry Farm in Twin Falls. Not only can you pick pumpkins right from the field, but you can visit the petting zoo, jump on the bounce pad, go on a hay ride, shoot the apple blaster, and get lost in the massive straw bale maze. And … this is just the beginning of things to do.

What are your favorite pumpkin patches in Idaho? Did we leave any off of the list? Let us know in the comments. If you plan to turn your day trip to the best pumpkin patch in Idaho into an overnight fall getaway, make sure you book a stay in a local hotel or one of the coziest vacation rentals in the state!

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The Incredible Farm In Idaho Where You Can Pick Buckets Of Berries

Published May 31, 2024

Written by 

Courtnie Erickson

There are many things I love about summer but at the top of the list is all of the produce that is in season. While I love shopping at local farmers’ markets for many of my fresh produce needs, there is nothing quite like visiting a farm and picking my own. The Berry Ranch in Nampa is a locally-owned farm where you can pick buckets and buckets of berries in the summer months. It’s a fabulous day trip destination.

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Welcome to the Berry Ranch. Located in Nampa, this farm grows and sells fruits and vegetables all summer long.

A field of green strawberry plants with a wooden crate of freshly picked strawberries in the foreground under a blue sky.
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When you visit, you’ll notice this is a real, working farm. You’ll see farm equipment and livestock as you walk around. This is the perfect place to get out of the city.

During your visit, check out the Store-In-A-Barn. This unique store is where you can purchase pre-picked fruits and vegetables, honey, meats, and more.

A bright red barn with signs for "The Berry Ranch" and a phone number, set against a clear blue sky.
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But if you want a true farm experience, head into the field and pick your own berries.

A young boy stands beside several boxes filled with fresh strawberries in a sunny outdoor setting.
The Berry Ranch/Facebook

When the berries are in season, you can pick baskets and baskets of berries. Strawberry picking is my personal favorite and these berries are typically ripe from the end of May to mid-June.

Ripe strawberries growing among green leaves and unripe berries on a dirt surface.
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Keep in mind that the pick-your-own berries start approximately one week after the season begins and only last for two to three weeks depending on the weather. Don’t delay!

You can also pick Rocky Mountain Blueberries. These berries are typically ready to be picked in the middle of June.

Children picking blueberries in a field, wearing hats and focused on collecting fruit in containers.
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Raspberries are another personal favorite of mine and are usually ready around the middle of June. There is also a fall crop that typically starts in early August.

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A close-up of raspberry plants with clusters of ripe and unripe red berries among green leaves.
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Don’t forget about thornless blackberries. The picking season for these berries typically begins at the end of July.

Two boxes filled with plump, ripe blackberries, showcasing their deep black color and shiny texture.
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No matter what type of berries you choose, you’ll need to bring your own containers and all pickers must be at least three years old. Cash or check only. There is a fee per person that must be paid before you head into the field but will be credited toward the cost of berries that you pick.

A woman and two boys smile while picking strawberries in a field, holding a box filled with fresh strawberries.
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The Berry Ranch makes for a delightful day trip for the family. There’s something perfectly sweet about time with family and buckets and buckets of berries.

For more information, including current picking seasons, visit the Berry Ranch website and the Berry Ranch Facebook page.

What are your favorite berries to pick in the summer months? Do you enjoy picking your own berries or do you like to purchase berries pre-picked? Let us know in the comments.

If you are looking for the ideal garden and berry-picking basket, take a look at this option. It’s perfect for all of your adventures this summer.

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