New Jersey is the Garden State, so it should come as no surprise that we have hundreds upon thousands of farms. Many of these are private while others are open to the public, and a select few even offer pick-your-own fruit and vegetable opportunities. These make for a family-friendly trip filled with fun and fresh foods! The following u-pick farms in New Jersey are some of the most popular destinations throughout the state. Since there are so many to choose from, we tried to include just one from each county so all of our readers can find a great pick-your-own farm nearby!

1. Donaldson Farms, Hackettstown

Some of the most popular items from this popular u-pick farm in New Jersey include pumpkins, corn, and apples. Plus, their annual fall celebration includes a corn maze, contests, hayrides, and live music. For more information about what's in season, be sure to visit Donaldson Farms online.

2. Bonacorsi Family Farm, Flemington

Apples and raspberries are available for picking when in season, and blackberries and strawberries are also available seasonally. Guests can enjoy the farmers market, offering a variety of fruits, vegetables, and berries. Learn more about what's in store when you visit the Bonascori Family Farm website.

3. Terhune Orchards, Princeton

Gourds, pumpkins, and a wide variety of apples are popular items at this beloved local New Jersey farm. And in the fall, family fun weekends are a must. Enjoy pony and wagon rides, hay bale mazes, and barnyard animals for guests to feed! Learn more by visiting the Terhune Orchards website.

4. Johnson's Locust Hall Farm, Jobstown

Johnson's Locust Hall Farm offers a fantastic selection of pick-your-own fruits and veggies. Choose from apples, pumpkins, broccoli, kale and corn, as well as an assortment of other incredible produce during the spring and summer. In autumn, guests can also enjoy hayrides, go-karting, farm animals and a corn maze. To learn more about what you can expect from this family-friendly farm, head on over to the Johnson's Locust Hall Farm website.

5. Springdale Farms, Cherry Hill

This massive farmerss market also includes pick-your-own pumpkins and hayrides! Visitors can also enjoy the delicious baked goods and corn maze. Learn more about the delicious produce and herbs grown here by visiting the Springdale Farms website.

6. Mood's Farm Market, Mullica Hill

You can pick your own peaches, pears, raspberries, and apples at this scenic farm in New Jersey. Visit on Wednesdays in the fall for hump day hayrides. The ride includes picking a 3-pound bag of apples, cider, and a donut. Learn more about the exciting seasonal events by visiting Mood's Farm Market online.

7. Coombs' Barnyard, Elmer

Pick your own pumpkins at this family-owned farm! Be sure to stop by the second weekend of October for the Barnyard Bash featuring hayrides, pumpkin picking and painting, farm animals, barrel train rides, games and so much more. Coombs' Barnyard is also famous for its farm camp during the summer. Learn more by visiting the Coombs' Barnyard website.

8. Sparacio Farms, Bridgeton

Pick your own strawberries in-season and shop the farmers market featuring fresh produce and homemade jams. For more details, be sure to check out Sparacio Farms online.

9. Ron's Gardens And Gift Shop, Hammonton

There are countless things growing at Ron's Gardens and Gift Shop. With seasonal events to enjoy throughout the year and lots of charming items to peruse, you're bound to leave with something special after your visit to Ron's Gardens. Learn more by visiting the official website.

10. Silverton Farms, Toms River

Pick a variety of fruits and vegetables as well as your own flowers at this local, organic farm. To see what's currently growing, head over to the Silverton Farms website.

11. Battleview Orchards, Freehold

Enjoy picking your own nectarines, strawberries, cherries, peaches, apples, pumpkins, at more at one of the most beautiful u-pick farms in New Jersey. Plus, there's also a country store with a bakery that can't be missed! For more information, be sure to visit Battleview Orchards online.

12. Giamarese Farm, East Brunswick

This local New Jersey is farm is famous for its spring, summer, and fall produce plus an October Harvest that features fun activities for the whole family, including hayrides and face painting. Learn what's in store by visiting the Giamarese Farm website.

13. Hillsboro Farm, Hillsborough

Hillsboro Farm opens for the year in April. Stop by and fill up your car with delicious local veggies. Plus, in the autumn, you can pick your own pumpkins and decorate them afterwards. Consider trying your hand at scarecrow making! Learn more about what you can expect from your visit by checking out the Hillsboro Farm website.

14. Alstede Farms, Chester

This massive farm really has it all! Enjoy a corn maze, sunflower maze, fresh cider, farm animals and a wide selection of pick-your-own fruits and vegetables. Apples, blackberries, raspberries, peaches, sweet corn, beans, peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, and potatoes are delicious here. You can also cut your own flowers! To learn about what's in season, head over to the Alstede Farms website.

15. Demarest Farms, Hillsdale

After you pick your own peaches, apples, or pumpkins, try one of their delicious pastries! For more information, be sure to check out the Demarest Farms website.

16. Farms View, Wayne

Pick your own pumpkins, learn about how pumpkins grow, and maybe bring home a big mac pumpkin - they can grow to be over 200 pounds! Of course, autumn isn't the only time of year to plan a visit to Farms View.

17. Heaven Hill Farms, Vernon

Greenhouses, a bakery, a fantastic fall festival...what's not to love? Heaven Hill Farms is a family-friendly destination with tons to offer. Whether you enjoy fresh flowers or produce, you'll find something inspiring to take home here. Learn more about what's in store at Heaven Hill Farms.

This is just a small selection of the u-pick farms in New Jersey. From pumpkins to peppers, you can pick nearly anything here, and there are so many fun fall activities to try! Share your favorite places to pick fruits and veggies in the comments -- we'd love to hear from you!

And for more fresh produce in The Garden State, be sure to check out this epic farmers market!