Dive Into the Wild Blackberry Bushes at The Orchard at Meadow Lakes!

Welcome back, fruit-picking enthusiasts and families, to The Orchard at Meadow Lakes - your favorite apple farm destination nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevadas! We’re thrilled to announce that our recent wild blackberry picking event was an absolute hit, with baskets overflowing and smiles all around. Due to popular demand, we’re bringing the berry-picking fun back this weekend, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (August 1-3)! Grab your hats, lace up your boots, and join us for a delightful morning of harvesting nature’s sweetest treasures amidst our scenic apple orchards.

A Wild Blackberry Adventure Awaits

This weekend, we’re opening up our sprawling grounds to let you pick from our lush, wild blackberry bushes. These untamed beauties are bursting with juicy, ripe berries, perfect for pies, jams, or a fresh snack straight from the vine. But a word of caution - wild blackberries come with nature’s armor: thorns! Be sure to wear long sleeves, sturdy jeans, and gloves to protect yourself while you pluck these delicious gems. It’s all part of the adventure, and we promise the reward is worth it!

Event Details

• When: Friday-Sunday, August 1-3, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

  (We start early to catch the berries at their sweetest and keep the morning cool and comfortable for everyone!)

• Cost: Just $7 per person - kids under 5 pick for free!

• Where: The Orchard at Meadow Lakes, your go-to spot for apple picking and now blackberry bliss.

Why You’ll Love It

Picture this: the crisp morning air, the gentle hum of bees, and the laughter of families as you fill your baskets with plump blackberries. Our early start ensures the fruit is at peak flavor, and the shaded areas of our apple farm provide a perfect backdrop for this festive outing. Enjoy a drink and delicious pastries at our farm store after picking, and let the kids run wild (safely!) among the trees. It’s a fantastic way to connect with nature and create lasting memories - right here at The Orchard at Meadow Lakes!

Tips for a Great Experience

• Dress for the occasion: Long sleeves, jeans, and good shoes will shield you from thorns and make wading through the bushes a breeze.

• Bring your own containers.

• Arrive early to beat the crowd and snag the ripest berries!

  
  

Plan Your Visit to Our Apple Farm

The Orchard at Meadow Lakes is renowned for its apple-picking season, but this blackberry event adds a delicious twist to our offerings. Located just a short drive from Shaver Lake, our farm is the perfect weekend getaway for apple lovers and berry enthusiasts alike. Check our website for directions and parking details, and don’t forget to tag us @MeadowLakesOrchard on social media with your berry-picking pics!

So, round up your crew and head to The Orchard at Meadow Lakes this Saturday for a wild blackberry picking extravaganza. At just $7 per person (free for the little ones under 5), it’s an affordable, fun-filled morning you won’t want to miss. See you at 9:00 AM - let’s make it a berry good day! :)

Note: Weather permitting. Please check our social media for updates closer to the date.