Nothing tastes better than a strawberry picked fresh off the vine. Plus, families have tons of fun picking the best strawberries on a gorgeous spring day. The season typically runs from mid April to early June. Here are some of our favorite places within driving distance of Atlanta to go strawberry picking. Be sure to call or check the farms' websites for days and hours and to make sure their strawberries are ready. Adams FarmSince 1805 this family-owned farm in Fayetteville has been a staple for fruits and vegetables. In the springtime, people flock here to pick strawberries or to purchase them pre-picked. Jaemor FarmsJaemor Farms (which is a combination of the owners' names) in Alto, northeast of Gainesville is a farm full of fun. But if you want to pick strawberries, you have to go on May 5, the day of their strawberry festival. This u-pick event is popular so the owners recommend coming early to get the best strawberries. They even have hay rides, event facilities and date nights. Mitcham FarmVisitors can pick strawberries daily during the season (depending on the weather) at this cute farm in Oxford, 45 minutes east of Atlanta. Check out their annual strawberry festival too which includes everything from free cow train rides to helicopter rides (for an additional cost). Moon Farms Strawberry Farm & Country MarketThe Moon family has been farming in Colbert, just outside of Athens, for over 70 years. Now with the third generation running the farm, they have added u-pick strawberry events in recent years. They plant over 25,000 plants that grow two different types of strawberries–Camarosa and Chandler. Lane Southern OrchardsThis 100-year-old farm south of Macon is known for their peaches and pecans, but during April and May, grab a bucket and pick your own strawberries seven days a week. After you collect ripe strawberries right off the vine, stroll through the indoor market filled with fresh produce and treats. Kids can even play on a farm-themed playground with real tractors. Southern Belle FarmFamilies can pick their own strawberries or choose pre-picked during the season at this adorable 7-acre farm in McDonough. For an extra fee, families can spend the day playing on the farm with their pedal karts. jumping pillow, cow train and more. Washington FarmsWith two locations–Loganville and Watkinsville–you can take your pick of where to pick strawberries. Both farms offer u-pick and pre-picked options. For extra fun, visit the Watkinsville farm on their “Super Spring Saturdays” where kids can play all kinds of games, jump on a big pillow, slide down slides of all sizes, pet animals and even sit in an extremely large rocking chair. Mercier OrchardsYou know this amazing orchard in Blue Ridge as an apple haven with tractor rides, apple pies and hard cider. But they also have an impressive strawberry crop with u-pick events during the season. Check their events section before you go to find out when the strawberry picking is good. Their large store also offers a variety of goods that make this an enjoyable spot even in the off-season. Taylor Orchards' Strawberry PatchThis strawberry wonderland is part of Taylor Orchards, which is known for its Georgia Peaches. About two hours south of Atlanta in Reynolds, The Strawberry Patch comes alive in the spring when the strawberries are ripe and people come in droves for u-pick or we-pick. They also have a country store that carries favorites like jam, salsa and bread. The Rock RanchTo get fresh strawberries at The Rock Ranch (in The Rock, Georgia, south of Atlanta), families have to attend their strawberry festival on April 21. You can pick the berries yourself or they will pick them for you. Kids also enjoy their other strawberry-themed attractions like visiting with Strawberry Shortcake and eating their homemade strawberry ice cream. Warbington FarmsJust a little north of Atlanta in Cumming, families can visit Warbington Farms. They offer u-pick or pre-picked strawberries. When you've picked all you can, take the kids to the “Farm Fun Park” they offer every weekend during the spring season. Children have a blast petting farm animals, jumping on the giant pillow and playing in a giant box filled with corn. (Yes, a giant box of corn.) LCCL Strawberry FarmThis family-run farm in Rome specializes in strawberries so they are only open during the season. Check their website to find out when their strawberries are ready for you to pick. Kids also love to ride the strawberry patch express. Twin Oaks Fun FarmDuring strawberry season, this farm is open Tuesdays thru Saturdays for u-pick or we-pick opportunities. Besides sweet strawberries, they also serve up strawberry ice cream. They also have a really big playground for kids. (Tip: This farm is located in Forsyth, the city south of Atlanta, not to be confused with the county north of Atlanta). Elliott FarmsThis cute family-owned farm has two locations, although both are quite a drive from Atlanta. One is in Lizella and one is in Macon, but worth a visit if you are driving that way or live on the south side. At each location they offer u-pick events during the strawberry season. They also serve strawberry ice cream and offer lots of other fresh fruits and vegetables. Whitley FarmsFamilies always enjoy visiting this locally owned farm just south of Peachtree City in Sharpsburg for strawberry picking. Check their Facebook page to find out when the strawberries are ready. Sims Family FarmKnown for their sod, this farm in Ringgold (about an hour and a half north of Atlanta) has been in the Sims family for over 100 years. In the Spring they also offer u-pick and we-pick events for strawberries. -Elsa Simcik contributed to this article. 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