In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
@Birdwood Pick Your Own Cherries
Birdwood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec
- Open
- Seasonal, reopening December each year
Cherry picking near Adelaide
In November, cherry picking is in season near Adelaide. We list 14 farms within about 90 minutes of the city — compare seasons, prices and booking below, then call ahead to confirm what's ripe.
Cherry picking near Adelaide means the Adelaide Hills, and it's one of the richest clusters of orchards on this whole site — family farms packed in around Forest Range, Lenswood, Balhannah and Birdwood, plus a further option down on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The season runs roughly mid-November to mid-January, peaking through December, though individual orchards each open for a shorter six-week stretch within that window depending on their variety mix.
Most farms sit about 30 minutes to an hour from the CBD, making this an easy half-day out even with a late start. Harben Vale Cherries at Balhannah is a good benchmark for pricing, with an $8 adult entry and cherries charged per kilogram on top. Some Hills orchards only open once Christmas has passed, so if you're planning a visit, check the specific dates before you drive up — the season can finish earlier than expected after a run of hot days.
Compare cherry farms near Adelaide
| Farm | Status | Typical season | Entry / price | Booking | Kids | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| @Birdwood Pick Your Own Cherries | In season | Dec | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| A.T. Thompson Cherries | In season | 28 Nov 2026-20 Jan 2027 | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Ancara Estate | In season | Nov-Jan | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Charleston Cherries | In season | Late Nov-Jan | $6 entry, redeemable at $1/kg on cherries bought; cherry price TBC | — | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Cherries at Verdun | In season | Dec-early Jan | Entry: adults $8, kids 6-12 $4, under 5 free | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Everlong Orchard | In season | Dec | — | No booking needed | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Harben Vale Cherries | In season | Dec-mid Jan | Entry: $10 for ages 12+, $4 for ages 5-12, under 5 free; cherries priced per kg on top. 1.9% card surcharge. | Booking recommended | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Harrisville Orchards | In season | early Dec-season finish; season varies | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Jauma Organic | In season | Late Dec-early Jan | — | — | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Kersbrook Cherry Farm | In season | Mid Nov-late Dec (weather-dependent) | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Marble Hill Cherries | In season | mid Dec-mid Jan | — | — | Yes | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Masons Orchards | In season | early Dec-early Jan | — | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Plummers Border Valley Orchards | In season | Late Nov-Jan; Mar-Apr | Pay for what you pick | — | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
| Cherrytime Orchard | Unconfirmed · call ahead | Early-to-mid December through first week of January (by appointment) | Call ahead | Booking required | — | About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD |
Cherry farms near Adelaide
14 farms
In season
Last verified 12 Oct 2026
A.T. Thompson Cherries
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- 28 Nov 2026-20 Jan 2027
- Open
- Daily in cherry season, about 9am-5pm until sold out; hours vary by day
In season
Last verified 12 Oct 2026
Ancara Estate
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Nov-Jan
- Open
- Seasonal, Nov-Jan, weather dependent
In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
Charleston Cherries
Charleston · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Late Nov-Jan
- Price
- $6 entry, redeemable at $1/kg on cherries bought; cherry price TBC
- Open
- Opens late Nov-early Dec; daily hours posted on website
In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
Cherries at Verdun
Balhannah · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec-early Jan
- Price
- Entry: adults $8, kids 6-12 $4, under 5 free
- Open
- Dec-early Jan, usually 10am-4pm; closes early on 34°C+ days
In season
Last verified 7 Sep 2026
Everlong Orchard
Forest Range · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec
- Open
- Seasonal, December; check Facebook for specific open days
- Booking
- No booking needed
In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
Harben Vale Cherries
Balhannah · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Dec-mid Jan
- Price
- Entry: $10 for ages 12+, $4 for ages 5-12, under 5 free
- Open
- Seasonal, December to mid-January, 9am-4pm
- Booking
- Booking recommended
In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
Harrisville Orchards
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- early Dec-season finish; season varies
- Open
- Seasonal, contact ahead to confirm picking availability
In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
Jauma Organic
Lenswood · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Late Dec-early Jan
- Open
- A few pick-your-own weekends, set by ripening; usually late Dec-early Jan
In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
Kersbrook Cherry Farm
Kersbrook · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Mid Nov-late Dec (weather-dependent)
- Open
- Reopens Nov 2026; check website for season dates
In season
Last verified 19 Oct 2026
Marble Hill Cherries
Ashton · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- mid Dec-mid Jan
- Open
- Seasonal, mid Dec-mid Jan
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Masons Orchards
Forest Range · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- early Dec-early Jan
- Open
- Seasonal, early Dec-early Jan
In season
Last verified 2 Nov 2026
Plummers Border Valley Orchards
Forest Range · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Late Nov-Jan; Mar-Apr
- Price
- Pay for what you pick
- Open
- Seasonal
Unconfirmed · call ahead
Not recently verified
Cherrytime Orchard
Lobethal · Adelaide Hills
About a 30-minute drive from the Adelaide CBD
- Season
- Early-to-mid December through first week of January (by appointment)
- Booking
- Booking required
Details may have changed. Call before travelling.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I pick cherries near Adelaide?
Nearly all cherry picking near Adelaide happens in the Adelaide Hills, clustered around Forest Range, Lenswood, Balhannah, Birdwood, Ashton and Charleston, about 30 to 45 minutes from the city. There's also a further option down on the Fleurieu Peninsula near Willunga, about an hour south. With this many orchards close together, it's worth comparing a couple before you go.
How far is cherry picking from Adelaide?
Most Adelaide Hills cherry orchards are a short 30 to 45 minute drive from the CBD via the South Eastern Freeway, making them one of the closest cherry-picking clusters to any Australian capital. The Fleurieu Peninsula option adds around another 20 to 30 minutes heading south. Weekend traffic through Crafers and Stirling can slow things down in peak December, so allow extra time.
When can you pick cherries near Adelaide?
The Adelaide Hills cherry season generally runs from mid-November to mid-January, with December the reliable peak. Individual orchards typically open for around six weeks somewhere inside that window — some start earlier in November, others don't open until after Christmas. Because ripening depends on the weather, ring the orchard you're planning to visit for its current dates.
Do I need to book to pick cherries near Adelaide?
It varies by orchard. Harben Vale Cherries recommends booking ahead, especially on weekends, while several of the smaller Forest Range and Lenswood growers take walk-ins without a booking system. Because policies differ across this many farms, call or check social media the same week you plan to visit.