Upper Yakima Valley Farm Stands — A Farm-Fresh Road Trip

Across the Yakima Valley, farm stands serve as open-air markets for the freshest flavors of the season. With more than 2,500 farms spread throughout the region, seasonal bounty can be found from one end of the Valley to the other.

Take one or more of these tours and return home with a fresh abundance that is hard to find elsewhere in the Northwest. The Upper Valley farm stands are scattered across the agricultural lands between Naches and Yakima. For more stops, explore Lower Valley Farm Stands and Farmers Markets or Farm-Fresh U-Pick Fun.

Begin at the Yakima Valley Visitor Information Center for trip-planning help and additional information from one of the travel consultants.

Upper Yakima Valley Farm Stand Road Trip Stops

01 — Ahtanum Berry Patch

2811 South 74th Avenue • Yakima, WA 98903
509-731-4094 • ahtanumberrypatch.com

A childhood dream grew into this fifth-generation fruit and produce farm and bakeshop. Its offerings include thorn-less blackberries, red, gold and black raspberries, strawberries, gooseberries and rhubarb. The bakeshop creates premium desserts with wholesome, natural ingredients and berries harvested at peak flavor.

02 — Downtown Yakima Farmers Market

14 South First Street • Yakima, WA 98901
509-961-2055 • downtownyakimafarmersmarket.com

Set aside time on Sunday mornings for the farmers market in downtown Yakima. The market focuses exclusively on fruits, vegetables and artisan goods supplied directly by local and regional producers. Visitors can experience the Valley through seasonal produce, handcrafted goods and other artisan products.

03 — Johnson Orchards

4906 Summitview Ave • Yakima, WA 98908
509-966-7479 • johnsonorchardsfruit.com

Johnson Orchards has been farming since 1904, and its produce stand sits within the city of Yakima. Alongside a changing selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables, the stand carries locally made artisan foods and goods. Its bake shop treats, particularly the delicious pies, are a special favorite.

Side Stop — Public House of Yakima

5703 Tieton Dr, Yakima • Yakima, WA 98908
509-426-2043 • publichouseofyakima.com

Sample Yakima Valley and Northwest craft brews, ciders and wines here. The 60 taps highlight the region’s craft beverage culture, while the menu features pizzas and other delicious treats. The newly expanded patio adds seating, corn hole and bocce ball.

04 — McIlrath Farm Market

10 Old Naches Hwy. • Yakima, WA 98908
509-480-2676 • mcilrathfarms.com

The McIlrath family started farming in the Yakima Valley in 1976. Today, McIlrath Farms has more than 300 acres in production and grows more than 10 varieties of apples, pears, certified organic cherries, peaches, pluots and strawberries. The market also offers locally grown vegetables in season, colorful hanging baskets and locally made artisan goods.

05 — Precision Fruit & Antiques

101 E Selah Rd • Selah, WA 98901
509-457-5963

As you enter Yakima from the west on I-82, this conveniently placed farm stand is a long-time favorite. During the growing season, shop for produce as well as local wine, candies, jams, preserves, pickles, signature foods and artisan goods. Antique lovers will find it an especially appealing destination.

06 — Thompson's Farm Market

9950 US-12 • Naches, WA 98937
509-653-2589 • fruitplace.com

Seasonal u-pick availability is listed on the website. The Naches produce stand is also a destination for farm-fresh fruit. This multi-generational farm offers an on-the-farm experience, while most of its fruit is sold through the stand along with an assortment of local and regional artisan goods.

Side Stop — Inklings Bookshop

5629 Summitview Ave • Yakima, WA 98908
509-965-5830 • inklingsbookshop.com

Yakima is home to this quintessential independent bookstore, with the quaint and quirky qualities associated with independent shops. Along with current and past titles for aficionados of every genre, the store carries unique gifts, games, puzzles, journals and artisan craft goods.

07 — Washington Fruit Place & Gift Shop at Barrett Orchards

1209 Pecks Canyon Road • Yakima, WA 98908
509-966-1275 • fruitplace.com

The "red barn" in Yakima offers much more than a traditional farm stand. This sixth generation farm harvests cherries, apricots, peaches, nectarines, apples and pears for sale there. Inside the quaint shop are décor, locally made ice cream, candles, artisan foods, cheeses and more. U-pick cherries are available in the spring, so plan ahead.