The juiciest strawberry picking spots in Perth

Kirsty PetridesBy Kirsty Petrides
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If you’re planning on being in Perth during spring and summer, pack your straw hat and fruit basket, as the strawberry-picking season is in full swing. 

If you’re looking for a wholesome family activity, want the freshest of produce, or just like getting boxes full of berries at ridiculously cheap prices, then look no further. These are the juiciest strawberry picking spots in Perth. 

Why does Perth have such good strawberries? 

There are a few reasons why Perth produces such excellent strawberries (fun fact: WA produces about 80% of all Australia’s strawberry exports.) Perth’s warm, dry climate with mild winters provides ideal conditions for strawberry cultivation, resulting in fruit with exceptional flavour and quality. The well-drained fertile soils in Perth’s eastern suburbs are rich in organic matter, supporting healthy plant growth. These factors make WA a prime place for growing high-quality (and delicious) strawberries. 

Strawberry picking season Perth

Strawberry picking season in Perth typically runs from late winter through spring and into early summer. That means you can usually start picking from September to December – however, it’s a highly seasonal business, with most farms not having set opening times, and instead leaving it dependent on weather, conditions and growth. So with most farms, check their Facebook pages to see when they are definitely open for picking. 

Where to pick strawberry picking in Perth

My Strawberry Farm 

My Strawberry Farm at Perth
Pick fresh strawberries at an affordable price. (Image: Getty Images/asnidamarwani)

The pick-your-own strawberry season at My Strawberry Farm usually starts in September or October, with announcements made on their Facebook page. Unlike many farms, they open for public picking on both weekdays and weekends. A 3kg box costs $15. Be sure to bring cash for strawberries and other produce, and don’t forget water and hats, as there’s no shade in the fields. Parking is easy, with plenty of spots inside the gates and along the curb. And if you’re in the mood for something besides berries, My Strawberry Farm also sells fresh custard apples, durian, cherries, and garlic from their store. But strawberries are the only fruit you can pick yourself. 

Location: 71 Stoney Road, Gnangara 

Price: $15 

Minh Tran’s Strawberry Farm 

Minh Tran Strawberry Farm
The local farm is a beloved summer spot for families. (Image: Supplied)

One look at Minh Tran’s Strawberry Farm ’s Facebook page shows just how much joy strawberry picking brings. The page is littered with photos of delighted kids, couples and families with their jam-packed boxes of berries. The farm is open for picking from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm most weekends during the season, but it’s best to check their Facebook page for any last-minute changes due to weather or berry conditions. When you arrive, you can pick up an empty box for $15 to fill in the fields, or if you’re short on time, grab a pre-packed box for $20. It’s a cash-only farm. 

Location: 1920 Wanneroo Road, Neerabup 

Price: $15 

Kien’s Strawberry Farm 

a basket of strawberries at a strawberry farm in Perth
This family-owned business is still thriving after opening its doors more than 20 years ago. (Image: Getty Images/Hispanolistic)

Kien’s Strawberry Farm is only open on select weekends when there are plenty of berries, so it depends on the weather and berry growth – keep an eye on their Facebook page to find out when that is. If you miss a pick-your-own weekend, you can still buy pre-packed punnets and boxes at the farm store. For strawberry picking, arrive early and pay $15 cash for a box. The owner will tell you which rows to head to for the most bountiful harvest, just be prepared to walk through soft sand – choose your footwear wisely and leave the strollers at home if you’re visiting with little ones. 

Location: 360/362 Badgerup Road, Gnangara 

Price: $15 

Sue & Tim’s Fresh Farms 

farmer holding strawberries from a strawberry farm in Perth
The charming estate has a cult following from local and visiting strawberry lovers. (Image: Supplied)

Sue & Tim ’s is open every weekend during strawberry season, but picking days are limited, so check their Facebook page for updates. There is plenty of parking along the roadside, and once you’re in, grab an empty box at the tent for $15. Not all rows are open for picking at all times, so follow the directions given and head to the ends of the rows for the best berries. The ground can be a bit sandy, so wear suitable footwear. They also sell cold drinks, pre-packed strawberries and other fresh produce if you’re in the mood for something besides berries. 

Location: 157 Badgerup Road, Wanneroo 

Price: $15 

Hoang Le’s Strawberries 

Three big strawberries harvested in Perth
The produce from Hoang Le’s farm tastes as good as it looks. (Image: Getty Images/Petes Photography)

Wanneroo is perfect for strawberry picking, with lots of farms to choose from. Hoang Le’s Strawberries is a top pick for its big, juicy berries. You can fill a box for $15, but remember to bring cash or use direct transfer since they don’t accept EFTPOS. The pick-your-own season starts around late November to early December, depending on the weather and berry availability. Check their Facebook page for the latest updates on opening hours. Until then, you can buy pre-packaged punnets and boxes at the farm gate. 

Location: 120 Tritchet Road, Wanneroo 

Price: $15 

H&N Strawberries 

kid holding strawberries at a family-owned farm
Discover the sweet taste of summer at H&N Strawberries. (Image: Getty Images: Yana Tatevosian)

H&N Strawberries is one of the best strawberry farms in Perth for families. Parking there is easy, with plenty of spots available, and it’s a very short walk to the berry rows, ideal for little legs. The farm store’s facilities are also nearby for bathroom breaks. For $15, you get a 3-4kg box to fill, and you can pay with EFTPOS. To get the best haul, arrive at 8:00 am when they open, as the berries can get picked over later in the day. Pick-your-own weekends are dependent on the weather and berry growth, so check their Facebook page for updates. There are no bookings or entrance fees.  

Location: 44 Joyce Road, Gnangara 

Price: $15 

Thomas Le Strawberries 

Thomas Le Strawberry Farm
Thomas Le has been harvesting fresh strawberries for three decades now. (Image: Getty Images/MaytheeVoran

Thomas Le’ s opening times throughout the season really vary, but they always post updates on their Facebook page. Later in the season, they open the fields for public strawberry picking, depending on the weather and berry growth. Pick-your-own dates are usually announced on social media a few days in advance. If you miss out, they also sell punnets and boxes from the farm shed. It’s a cash-only farm, parking can often be a bit far away from the farm, and they also don’t have toilets – so a great spot for couples or solo travellers, but perhaps not for little ones. Hot tip: When approaching, look out for the red elephant sculpture and that’s the farm. 

Location: 969 Thomas Road, Anketell 

Price: $20 

Kirsty Petrides
Kirsty Petrides is a writer, wine-lover and cheese enthusiast. Whether she’s hunting down the best restaurant in Albania, foraging the Marrakech markets for spices or camping in the middle of Patagonian wilderness, she loves to seek out the authentic side of the places she visits, and share that with readers through her writing.
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    Livistona palms soar out of chasms the colour of Valencia oranges. Shady waterholes beckon travellers daring to venture off the bitumen. From the air, fruit farms give way to vast plains that meet rolling hills and fascinating geological formations centuries in the making. The East Kimberley is one of Australia’s most treasured wilderness areas, but don’t be fooled by its rust-coloured roads. This north-eastern corner of Western Australia is home to some of Australia’s most iconic stays by Discovery Resorts  that should be on everyone’s bucket list.

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    Book your East Kimberley adventure today with Discovery Resorts.