Crystal Bay Farm

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StrawberriesPumpkinsMixed Berries

Season: Apr–Oct
Where: Watsonville, CA, US · Central Coast
Phone: (831) 724-4137
Good to know: Certified organic · No reservation needed

Crystal Bay Farm, certified organic by CCOF since 1997, offers pick-your-own strawberries in spring and early summer plus a fall pumpkin patch featuring dozens of rare heirloom pumpkins and winter squash. U-pick strawberry days run Wednesdays and Sundays, with an honor-system farm stand and kid-friendly animals on site. Located at 40 Zils Rd in Watsonville (Santa Cruz County), reservations aren't required except for groups over ten.

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