Mmm…mmm…can anything really compare to that first bite into a fresh strawberry? Or, a freshly-baked blueberry pie? Summer’s the season of the freshest fruit and there’s no shortage of it around the Burgh. Bite down into some of the area’s freshest fruit this summer while savoring every sweet bite. But, first head to these six pick-your-own fruit farms in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area to load up on the freshest fruits of the season.
- Triple B Farms
Facebook/Triple B Farms Are you looking for where to buy local strawberries? Well, head on over to Triple B Farms. The proprietors grow some of the most amazing strawberries, as well as oh-so-delicious raspberries in season. But the sprawling farm offers more than just fruit picking. Kids can play in Pop’s Farmyard and visit the resident goats, chickens, and other animals. They also offer hay rides and have a totally fun pumpkin path in the fall. There is also lots of cool stuff to buy in the farm market. Triple B Farms is located at 823 Berry Ln., Monongahela, PA 15063. Triple B Farms, 823 Berry Ln, Monongahela, PA 15063, USA
- Trax Farms
Facebook/Trax Farms Trax Farms, one of the most popular fruit farms in the state, beckons visitors all year round with its farm market and antique store. Summer means strawberry and blueberry picking. Strawberry-picking season is up first, beginning in June while blueberry season follows in July. Then, of course, October’s all about hayrides and picking pumpkins on the farm. Visit Trax Farms at 528 Trax Rd., Finleyville, PA 15332. Trax Road, Trax Rd, Pennsylvania, USA
- Soergel Orchards
Facebook/Soergel Orchards Nothing quite compares to a fun day on the farm. Soergel Orchards promises a day of adventure with its farm market, bakery, ice cream shop, and gift shop. And, of course, you can pick your own fruit in season. The farm welcomes visitors to pick from a variety of fruits and vegetables, including asparagus, blueberries, corn, raspberries, and pumpkins. Stop by Soergel Orchards at 2573 Brandt School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090. Soergel Orchards
- Simmons Farm
Facebook/Simmons Farm Head to Simmons Farm to pick your own strawberries, peaches, apples, and flowers. The season kicks off in the late spring with pick-your-own strawberries. It is definitely one of the best pick-your-own fruit farms in the state. Of course, the farm also hosts a variety of events throughout the year including Easter and Halloween festivities. Simmons Farm is located at 170 Simmons Rd., McMurray, PA 15317. Simmons Farm, 170 Simmons Rd, McMurray, PA 15317, USA
- Norman’s Orchards
Facebook/Norman’s Orchards Editor’s Note: Norman Orchards is temporarily closed, so be sure to call or check their website to make sure it’s open before visiting. Norman Orchard’s fruit season usually kicks off in early June. Visitors are welcome to pick their own fruit straight from the vine or to purchase freshly picked fruit from the farm market. In June, you can pick cherries or blueberries. July follows with peaches and more blueberries. Norman’s Orchards is located at 2318 Butler Logan Rd., Tarentum, PA 15084. Norman’s Orchard, 2318 Butler Logan Rd, Tarentum, PA 15084, USA
- Morris Organic Farm
Facebook/Morris Organic Farm Morris Organic Farm in Irwin customarily kicks off its season in June and promises plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the summer. Fruits and vegetables grown on the farm include a variety of beans, lettuce, potatoes, corn, and strawberries. Stop by Morris Organic Farm at 110 Slebodnik Rd., Irwin, PA 15642. Morris Organic Farm, 110 Slebodnik Rd, Irwin, PA 15642, USA
There’s nothing better than enjoying the freshest fruit on your plate! Have you been to any of these delicious pick-your-own fruit farms around Pittsburgh? We’d love to see your photos and hear about your experiences there.
Facebook/Triple B Farms
Are you looking for where to buy local strawberries? Well, head on over to Triple B Farms. The proprietors grow some of the most amazing strawberries, as well as oh-so-delicious raspberries in season. But the sprawling farm offers more than just fruit picking. Kids can play in Pop’s Farmyard and visit the resident goats, chickens, and other animals. They also offer hay rides and have a totally fun pumpkin path in the fall. There is also lots of cool stuff to buy in the farm market. Triple B Farms is located at 823 Berry Ln., Monongahela, PA 15063.
Triple B Farms, 823 Berry Ln, Monongahela, PA 15063, USA
Facebook/Trax Farms
Trax Farms, one of the most popular fruit farms in the state, beckons visitors all year round with its farm market and antique store. Summer means strawberry and blueberry picking. Strawberry-picking season is up first, beginning in June while blueberry season follows in July. Then, of course, October’s all about hayrides and picking pumpkins on the farm. Visit Trax Farms at 528 Trax Rd., Finleyville, PA 15332.
Trax Road, Trax Rd, Pennsylvania, USA
Facebook/Soergel Orchards
Nothing quite compares to a fun day on the farm. Soergel Orchards promises a day of adventure with its farm market, bakery, ice cream shop, and gift shop. And, of course, you can pick your own fruit in season. The farm welcomes visitors to pick from a variety of fruits and vegetables, including asparagus, blueberries, corn, raspberries, and pumpkins. Stop by Soergel Orchards at 2573 Brandt School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090.
Soergel Orchards
Facebook/Simmons Farm
Head to Simmons Farm to pick your own strawberries, peaches, apples, and flowers. The season kicks off in the late spring with pick-your-own strawberries. It is definitely one of the best pick-your-own fruit farms in the state. Of course, the farm also hosts a variety of events throughout the year including Easter and Halloween festivities. Simmons Farm is located at 170 Simmons Rd., McMurray, PA 15317.
Simmons Farm, 170 Simmons Rd, McMurray, PA 15317, USA
Facebook/Norman’s Orchards
Editor’s Note: Norman Orchards is temporarily closed, so be sure to call or check their website to make sure it’s open before visiting. Norman Orchard’s fruit season usually kicks off in early June. Visitors are welcome to pick their own fruit straight from the vine or to purchase freshly picked fruit from the farm market. In June, you can pick cherries or blueberries. July follows with peaches and more blueberries. Norman’s Orchards is located at 2318 Butler Logan Rd., Tarentum, PA 15084.
Norman’s Orchard, 2318 Butler Logan Rd, Tarentum, PA 15084, USA
Facebook/Morris Organic Farm
Morris Organic Farm in Irwin customarily kicks off its season in June and promises plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the summer. Fruits and vegetables grown on the farm include a variety of beans, lettuce, potatoes, corn, and strawberries. Stop by Morris Organic Farm at 110 Slebodnik Rd., Irwin, PA 15642.
Morris Organic Farm, 110 Slebodnik Rd, Irwin, PA 15642, USA
Speaking of farms, how about adding one or more of these fantastic farmhouses to your travel bucket list for a unique overnight stay?
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Farms in Pittsburgh August 11, 2022 Lysa Allman-Baldwin Where can I see fall foliage in Pennsylvania? Leaf peeping is one of the most popular activities in The Keystone State. You will find numerous parks, gardens, scenic drives, and other places to take in the spectacular fall foliage. In fact, we’ve even put together a fall foliage road trip to help you find some of the best locales. Among them are the Allegheny National Forest in Marienville, the Susquehannock State Forest in Coudersport, and the Tioga State Forest in Wellsboro. Make sure to bring your camera to capture the best shots! Can you suggest a really good pizza restaurant in Pittsburgh? There are many awesome pizza restaurants in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. No matter what type of crust you prefer, or what kind of traditional and/or unique toppings to put on top, you’re sure to find it. One of the most popular places in town is Bado’s Pizza Grill & Ale House. Located in Mount Lebanon, Bado’s serves up a wide variety of craft pizzas using regular, Sicilian, and New York-style crusts. Everything is made fresh including the sauce so you’re sure to get lots of flavor in every bite. Bado’s has been an area staple since 1984 and hasn’t slowed down since. Where is the capital of Pennsylvania? The capital of Pennsylvania is Harrisburg. The city is located in the central and southern part of the state approximately 200 miles east of Pittsburgh and 100 miles west of Philadelphia. The state capitol grounds are stunning both inside and out, and you’d do well to spend at least a couple of hours here admiring the architecture, statues, and intricate detailing. While you’re in town, Harrisburg also has a wide array of delicious ethnic restaurants. From Thai to Mexican, Greek, French, Italian, and more, you’re sure to find something that suits your particular tastes and desires.
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Farms in Pittsburgh
August 11, 2022
Lysa Allman-Baldwin
Where can I see fall foliage in Pennsylvania? Leaf peeping is one of the most popular activities in The Keystone State. You will find numerous parks, gardens, scenic drives, and other places to take in the spectacular fall foliage. In fact, we’ve even put together a fall foliage road trip to help you find some of the best locales. Among them are the Allegheny National Forest in Marienville, the Susquehannock State Forest in Coudersport, and the Tioga State Forest in Wellsboro. Make sure to bring your camera to capture the best shots! Can you suggest a really good pizza restaurant in Pittsburgh? There are many awesome pizza restaurants in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. No matter what type of crust you prefer, or what kind of traditional and/or unique toppings to put on top, you’re sure to find it. One of the most popular places in town is Bado’s Pizza Grill & Ale House. Located in Mount Lebanon, Bado’s serves up a wide variety of craft pizzas using regular, Sicilian, and New York-style crusts. Everything is made fresh including the sauce so you’re sure to get lots of flavor in every bite. Bado’s has been an area staple since 1984 and hasn’t slowed down since. Where is the capital of Pennsylvania? The capital of Pennsylvania is Harrisburg. The city is located in the central and southern part of the state approximately 200 miles east of Pittsburgh and 100 miles west of Philadelphia. The state capitol grounds are stunning both inside and out, and you’d do well to spend at least a couple of hours here admiring the architecture, statues, and intricate detailing. While you’re in town, Harrisburg also has a wide array of delicious ethnic restaurants. From Thai to Mexican, Greek, French, Italian, and more, you’re sure to find something that suits your particular tastes and desires.
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The OIYS Visitor Center
Leaf peeping is one of the most popular activities in The Keystone State. You will find numerous parks, gardens, scenic drives, and other places to take in the spectacular fall foliage. In fact, we’ve even put together a fall foliage road trip to help you find some of the best locales. Among them are the Allegheny National Forest in Marienville, the Susquehannock State Forest in Coudersport, and the Tioga State Forest in Wellsboro. Make sure to bring your camera to capture the best shots!
Can you suggest a really good pizza restaurant in Pittsburgh?
There are many awesome pizza restaurants in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. No matter what type of crust you prefer, or what kind of traditional and/or unique toppings to put on top, you’re sure to find it. One of the most popular places in town is Bado’s Pizza Grill & Ale House. Located in Mount Lebanon, Bado’s serves up a wide variety of craft pizzas using regular, Sicilian, and New York-style crusts. Everything is made fresh including the sauce so you’re sure to get lots of flavor in every bite. Bado’s has been an area staple since 1984 and hasn’t slowed down since.
Where is the capital of Pennsylvania?
The capital of Pennsylvania is Harrisburg. The city is located in the central and southern part of the state approximately 200 miles east of Pittsburgh and 100 miles west of Philadelphia. The state capitol grounds are stunning both inside and out, and you’d do well to spend at least a couple of hours here admiring the architecture, statues, and intricate detailing. While you’re in town, Harrisburg also has a wide array of delicious ethnic restaurants. From Thai to Mexican, Greek, French, Italian, and more, you’re sure to find something that suits your particular tastes and desires.
