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Fruit picking in the Hunter Valley

Best known for wine, the Hunter Valley is about two hours' drive north of the Sydney CBD, and it's a small but growing set of picking farms beyond the vineyards. Sunflowers are the main draw: Hunter Valley Sunflowers at Largs opens for select bloom windows from January through to May, charging per stem on top of an entry fee, while Little Tin Shed at Medowie runs a similar seasonal setup near Port Stephens with around 30,000 blooms a season. Misty Valley Farm at Brunkerville lists blueberries historically picked November to January, though its details haven't been confirmed this cycle, so call ahead before planning a visit around it. Because sunflower blooms depend on planting dates and weather, always check a farm's current open days rather than assuming a fixed season.

About 2 hours north of Sydney

Open or in season now in this region

  • Hunter Valley Sunflowers Largs · Sunflowers View
  • Little Tin Shed Medowie Medowie · Sunflowers View

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3 farms

Open now Last verified 17 Jul 2026

Hunter Valley Sunflowers

Largs · Hunter Valley

Season
Jan-May (opens for select bloom windows, e.g. Anzac Day weekend, school holidays; dates vary by year and weather)
Price
Around $5 entry for adults (kids free/under 16 free per some sources), plus per-stem pricing (roughly $3/stem reported); some sources describe entry fee plus per-stem purchase
Open
Opens on selected dates/weekends when sunflower fields are in bloom (announced via Facebook/Instagram); confirmed open for Anzac Day Weekend 2026 and Easter 2026 events via TryBooking
Booking
Booking recommended
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Open now Last verified 17 Jul 2026

Little Tin Shed Medowie

Medowie · Hunter Valley

Season
Seasonal open days, incl. Easter/holiday events (approx. 30,000 blooms per season)
Price
$5 entry fee, pay per stem picked
Open
Selected open days announced on Facebook/Instagram, confirmed active via Port Stephens events calendar and Maitland Mercury/Port Stephens Examiner coverage
Booking
Booking recommended
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Misty Valley Farm

Brunkerville · Hunter Valley

Season
unconfirmed - historically Nov-Jan

Details may have changed. Call before travelling.

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Farms in Hunter Valley

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3 farms

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Last verified 17 Jul 2026. We check listings against farms' own sources and re-verify regularly. How we verify Report a change

Frequently asked questions

When can I pick sunflowers in the Hunter Valley?

Hunter Valley Sunflowers at Largs typically opens for bloom windows from January through to May, often timed around school holidays and long weekends, while Little Tin Shed Medowie runs similar seasonal open days. Bloom timing depends on planting and weather, so check each farm's current open dates before you drive up.

Where can I pick blueberries near the Hunter Valley?

Misty Valley Farm at Brunkerville lists blueberries historically picked from November to January, but its current details are unconfirmed, so call ahead to check it's open and picking before visiting. It's the only blueberry option in the region at present.

What is the best time to visit the Hunter Valley for picking?

Sunflower season runs broadly January to May, with Hunter Valley Sunflowers naming peak bloom as January to March. Outside that window there's little dedicated fruit picking in the region yet, so time your trip around a farm's confirmed open days rather than a general season.

How much does sunflower picking cost in the Hunter Valley?

Hunter Valley Sunflowers charges around $5 entry for adults with kids typically free, plus roughly $3 a stem for what you pick. Little Tin Shed Medowie also charges a $5 entry fee with per-stem pricing on top. Both are reported prices, so confirm current rates when you book.