Pocono Farmers Markets Guide

Farmers Markets in the Poconos

Bring a basket and prepare to browse colorful stalls stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables during a farmers market Poconos day. The charming small towns in the area host events like the Hawley Farmer's Market in Hawley's Bingham Park, the Monroe Farmers Market in Courthouse Square in Stroudsburg, and the Milford Farmers Market at Key Food in Milford. The Wayne County Farmers Market in Honesdale has been running for over 50 years, while the new Brodheadsville Farmers Market brings fresh goods to Zion United Lutheran Church select Saturdays! Typically open once a week during the warmer months, these markets feature a wide variety of local vendors selling produce, eggs, meat, dairy, baked goods, coffee, and much more. Keep an eye out for seasonal markets in Downtown Lehighton Borough Park and at The Cooperage Project in Honesdale as well.

Open year-round, the Village Farmer and Bakery in Delaware Water Gap features farm fresh goods and is famous for its homemade pies.

Two Creek Farm in Lakewood specializes in signature organic rainbow eggs and pasture-raised cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens, and turkeys. They also offer camping and treehouse adventures on their 500 acres, with farm-to-campsite food delivery.

Where to Pick: Strawberries, Blueberries, Apples & More

Looking for berry picking Poconos? Various farms and businesses offer seasonal pick-your-own opportunities and events like the Honey and Blueberry Festival at Equestrian House in July. Peruse the blueberry bushes, enjoy blueberry treats, and learn about the world of beekeeping!

Heckman Orchards in Effort sells flowering plants and fresh fruit, with seasonal opportunities for pick-your-own strawberries, sour cherries, apples, and more.

Tucked away in Brodheadsville, Gould's Produce and Farm Market features their own farm fresh vegetables in season with Upick strawberries in June and Upick apples in September.

Unique Pocono Farm Tours

Want to walk the fields for yourself? Take a tour of local farms like Pocono Organics in Long Pond, PA, one of the largest Regenerative Organic vegetable farms in North America. Learn about the sustainable practices in place, explore the greenhouses, then get something to eat at the Pocono Organics Cafe, which features dishes dreamed up by a Chopped Champion Chef.

Looking for flowers? Stroll through the sweet-smelling rows of blooms at Paradise Lavender Farm. Lavender typically blooms in June and July, and you can cut your own lavender in season plus browse plenty of pleasing purple products and take the kids to explore the fairy forest.

Make an advance reservation to visit Spruce Ridge Reindeer Farm for an educational tour that will be fun for the whole family. Get to know the horses, cows, chickens, sheep, pigs, and more barnyard friends at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, where visitors can step back in time to learn about the agricultural cycle, livestock practices, social customs, and community celebrations of a typical Pennsylvania family farm in the 19th century.

Pocono Tree Farms and Maple Farms

Christmas tree farms in the Poconos are hots spots during the holiday season as families come to choose the perfect Christmas tree and find fresh greenery to deck the halls, but winter events are just the beginning. Plan a summer stop at Yenser's Tree Farm to take photos with fields of sunflowers or bring the kids out to visit the pumpkin patch in the autumn. Walker's Tree Farm is a great place to see the fall foliage and offers hay rides and a corn maze.

For yet another unique forest and farm tour experience, discover the largest organic maple farm in Pennsylvania, Pocono Mountain Maple, where 24,000 trees a year are tapped to produce delicious syrup. Want to stay overnight in the midst of the peace and serenity? Book at stay at the Lake House at Lake Russell Maple at Bentlers Farm or the cabins and cottages. The property makes a beautiful backdrop for weddings too!

Get Back to the Land in the Poconos

Whether you're shopping for fresh veggies or planning to spend a whole day learning on the land, Pocono farms and markets are must-visit stops during your trip. Don't forget to plan a meal at a farm-to-table restaurant to taste the delicious creations local chefs are crafting from the region's bounty!