Living in Florida, we're surrounded by luscious citrus groves bursting with fruit ripe for the picking. It's time to go orange picking in Orlando.
Do something different together by visiting u-pick farms in Central Florida to pick your own citrus, flowers, and other produce. These local farmers welcome guests for an authentic Florida farm experience.
Tip: December is the start of citrus season in Florida. The best time to pick your own oranges in Orlando is late December to May. So you've got plenty of time to pick your own oranges in Orlando.
Wear sun protection and closed-toed shoes for tromping around in the Florida scrub and bring a bottle of water.
Where is the best place to pick oranges in Orlando?
- Lake Mills U-Pick, Chuluota
- Graham’s Farm, Umatilla
- Showcase of Citrus, Clermont
Orange and Citrus Farms
These orange and citrus farms near Orlando will offer you a memorable adventure together.
Lake Mills U-Pick, Chuluota
1701 Lake Mills Road
Chuluota, FL 32766
Explore this small U-pick farm that offers a variety of different fruits. Located on 5 acres at 1701 Lake Mills Road in Chuluota, this small farm makes for a simple and easy date.
Citrus fruits, such as navel oranges and tangerines, are available between October and December. Kumquats are also available through December. Tangelos and grapefruit are available between December and April.
Harvest baskets or net bags are provided after weighing the produce. You'll want to bring your own boxes or bags to transport the fruit home.
U-pick hours vary depending on the month so be sure to check Lake Mills Facebook page for updates.
Graham’s Farm, Umatilla
14803 Lake Yale Rd
Umatilla, FL 32784
Honey Bells, Red Navels, and Sugar Bells are just some of the citrus available at Graham's Farm in Umatilla. Oranges and citrus fruits are available December to January. Kale and Collards are also available during this time.
Graham's Farm in Umatilla is one of the best places in the Orlando area for u-pick peaches. In April and May, you can pick your own peaches. They often have a bring-your-own bucket special.
Check their Facebook page for specials and operating hours.
Showcase of Citrus, Clermont
15051 Frank Jarrell Rd.
Clermont, FL 34714
Showcase of Citrus in Clermont is a fabulous day adventure, especially this time of year when the ruby red grapefruit and sweet tangerines are at their peak. Bags with printed maps of the grove along with lots of helpful directional signs will lead you right to the sweet treasures you seek. About 45 minutes from downtown, Showcase of Citrus is open 7 days a week from dusk 'til dawn.
READ MORE: A Date Day Trip to Historic Downtown Clermont
Bonus Idea – Sunsational Farms Umatilla
40541 Roger Giles Road, Florida – Umatilla, FL 32784
Although Sunsational Farms is not a u-pick farm, it is still worth a visit if you're looking to soak up some citrus while it is in season. You'll find a massive country store with farm-fresh produce, fresh squeezed orange juice straight from the citrus trees on site, plus yummy snacks. Bring a cooler or cooler bag to stock up on produce and fresh meat.
There is never a fee to enter the farm, though some events have add-on activities. The kids will love the vast, old fashioned play area. Be sure to get your photo in front of the BIG Orange structure.
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Tips for Orange Picking in Orlando
- What month is best for orange picking? December is a great time to pick oranges in Orlando and nearby, if you like to get a jump on the season. January is a good time as well, depending on the weather.
- Wear comfortable clothes, good for bending and moving
- Closed-toed shoes are best and you may get dirty
- Wear sunscreen, and a hat, and bring water
- Go in the morning before it gets busy and warm
BONUS IDEA – If picking your own citrus doesn't appeal to you, but you still want an outdoorsy date, check out these Outdoor Activities for Couples. Also, Mick Farms in St. Cloud has a great farm stand with fresh citrus, vegetables, and other produce.