If you’re passionate about fresh, locally grown food or want to support local farmers, you’re in luck! The Puyallup and Alderton areas are rich with farms that offer everything from fresh produce to pasture-raised meats and handmade goods. Here’s a helpful directory of some of the best local farms and markets in the area, where you can find farm-fresh products all year round.
1. Puyallup Farmers Market
Location: 330 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA
While not a farm itself, the Puyallup Farmers Market is a fantastic place to meet local farmers, ranchers, and artisans. Open seasonally, this market offers a variety of fresh produce, meats, dairy products, flowers, and more. It’s a great way to find out about nearby farms and shop directly from them.
2. Jubilee Farm
Location: 27001 78th Ave E, Bonney Lake, WA
Located just outside of Puyallup, Jubilee Farm is an organic, sustainable farm offering a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program. They grow a wide variety of vegetables and fruits and offer farm tours, events, and workshops throughout the year. This is a great place to visit if you’re looking to learn more about organic farming and sustainable living.
3. Alderton Farms
Location: 106 200th St E, Puyallup, WA
This charming farm near Alderton specializes in seasonal produce, including pumpkins, berries, and vegetables. It’s perfect for a family outing, especially in the fall when they host a pumpkin patch and hayrides. Alderton Farms also offers a variety of jams, honey, and locally made goods, all harvested and crafted right on the farm.
4. The Red Barn Farm
Location: 14321 94th Ave E, Puyallup, WA
A lovely farm tucked away in the heart of Puyallup, The Red Barn Farm is known for its gorgeous seasonal flowers, fresh produce, and locally raised eggs. They also offer farm tours and seasonal activities for the whole family, including a popular sunflower field in late summer.
5. Small Change Farm
Location: 25812 57th Ave E, Spanaway, WA
Small Change Farm is dedicated to sustainable farming practices and provides fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs to the local community. They also offer a CSA program, where members can receive fresh, seasonal produce every week. If you want to experience farm life while supporting a family-owned business, this is a great stop.
6. Puyallup Valley Farm
Location: 21210 84th Ave E, Puyallup, WA
Located in the fertile Puyallup Valley, this farm focuses on growing high-quality berries, particularly blueberries and raspberries. They sell fresh, picked berries as well as homemade jams and preserves. Puyallup Valley Farm is the perfect place to visit in the summer for berry picking and to grab some fresh fruit for baking or snacking.
7. Orchard at the Farm
Location: 10807 112th St E, Puyallup, WA
A great place to pick your own fruit, Orchard at the Farm offers apples, pears, and other fruits in the fall. It’s a wonderful place for families and friends to spend a day in nature, harvesting fresh, delicious fruit from the trees. They also sell homemade cider and other farm-related products.
8. White Horse Farm
Location: 25501 70th Ave E, Graham, WA
White Horse Farm is a small family farm known for its pasture-raised chickens, eggs, and seasonal vegetables. They focus on sustainable farming and provide a variety of fresh products to local customers. If you’re looking for high-quality, ethically raised eggs and chicken, this is a farm to check out.
9. Tillicum Farms
Location: 18414 44th Ave E, Tacoma, WA
Tillicum Farms is a small, family-run farm in the Tacoma area offering locally grown, fresh produce. They specialize in strawberries, blueberries, and a variety of herbs and vegetables. Their friendly staff is always happy to share tips on growing your own produce, and they offer a great farm stand for anyone in need of fresh ingredients.
10. Dwell Farm
Location: 11907 144th St E, Puyallup, WA
Dwell Farm is a unique, sustainable farm focused on organic vegetable production and community outreach. They offer CSA memberships and sell fresh produce at the local markets. In addition, they have classes on homesteading and farming, which are perfect for anyone interested in learning more about sustainable living.
These are just a few of the amazing local farms in the Puyallup, Alderton, and surrounding areas. Supporting these local farms not only helps you get fresh, healthy produce, but it also strengthens the local community. So, whether you’re looking for fresh fruits, veggies, or just want to enjoy a day at the farm, you’re sure to find something special in the area!