440 miles · Chester, Morris CountyOrganic fruit, vegetables and farm shop · Chester, Morris County
4.2 · 4,724 Google reviews440 miles
4.2
From 4724 Google reviews
The ice cream is phenomenal. They had pistachio cherry something I never imagined and now its my new favorite flavor.
It was meh.
Alstede Farms is a family farm in Chester, New Jersey growing fruit, vegetables and flowers with pick your own fields, a farm store, homemade ice cream and partly USDA certified organic production.
Alstede Farms is a family farm in Chester, New Jersey, growing a huge range of fruit, vegetables and flowers with certified organic and sustainable practices. It is as much a day out as a shop, with pick your own fields through the seasons, from strawberries and peaches to apples and pumpkins, plus a sunflower trail, hayrides and farm animals to meet.
The farm store sells their own harvest alongside meats, homemade ice cream, home baked pies, apple cider and local honey, and you can shop online or join the CSA for a weekly share of freshly picked produce. There are also farmers market stands at Chester and Bridgewater.

Kurt W. Alstede
Founder, Owner and General Manager
Kurt founded the farm and has led the operation for over 40 years.

Mary E. Thompson-Alstede
Co-Owner, Special Projects Manager
Mary handles specialised initiatives and strategic planning for the farm.
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Perfect for family and friends Day, kids enjoy.
I stopped by for the Harvest Moon Nights and it was fun! I liked the hay rides and the free apple cider. The animals were also very cute and friendly. They also have a store to pick up pies and apple cider donuts as well.
Don’t understand the low star reviews lol. This place was everything, I noticed a lot them come from the weekend where obviously there’d be a high demand and high crowds so what do you expect? Came with my family on a Tuesday early evening and everything was perfect, barely any people and all the fruits and veggies were ready to be picked. This place is beautiful, would definitely visit again.
I would say I’ve been coming to this farm on and off for the past eight years, Last year, I didn’t attend so this year I was looking so forward to it and was suddenly disappoint. There were no apples to pick the majority of the apples were in bins No tomatoes, majority were green The lines were so long! We couldn’t enjoy any beverages or ice cream because the lines were so long Most importantly the bathrooms were beyond disgusting, Knowing that this farm is highly famous, they only had one trailer Half women half men, and then a few porta parties that were beyond disgusting and not maintained at all. I think more so it was disappointing that we couldn’t actually pick the apples, Walking up and down the aisles of beautiful green leaves with no apples on them, and then every other aisle had a bin, and there was only to choose from McIntosh gala or Fuji apples which didn’t even see like they were Fuji. This year I was highly highly highly disappointed. I paid $42.99 for 3 small eggplants that weren’t the size of a palm, Two peppers, Five apples and one cucumber. Love the land, just disappointed.
We've been coming to Alstede with our family for a few years, but this past weekend may have been our last. There were hardly any apples or vegetables left to pick, and we had to hunt just to find anything worth taking. Even our five-pound box was hard to fill. Those boxes had also sold out, so my sister had to buy a ten-pound box instead. Paying more for a bigger box and then struggling to fill it was a real letdown. The lines were just as frustrating. The ice cream line looked to be over an hour long extending all the way towards the admission area, and after searching the farm for produce, we had no energy left to wait in it. We understand holiday weekends are busy, but attendance should be capped at a point where everyone can enjoy the day and the picking isn't stripped bare. We hope the farm will consider that, because it's the main reason we'd consider returning.
Spend the day, this farm is tremendous. Has lots of activities, lots of food, and lots of food for picking. You can pick fruits AND vegetables, which I haven't done. Vegetable like peas, potatoes, radishes, corn + more. On Saturday the lines are massive to get food, to get in to pick, to the farm market, and the store. But if you get past the idea of needing to wait, everything was amazing. My kids found the climbing hay stack tower as their favorite part. The simplest is often most fun I guess. One of my favorite parts for me is the fact that you prepay for a box and then you basically just walk out. You only pay for pumpkins which don't go into the produce box. Small/medium ones were 5 bucks. Spent over 5 hours here and that probably wasn't enough.
I like it you can pick what ever fruit or plant by your self.
Loved the experience! At first I thought it’s overpriced. Plus they charged us a holiday rate price on Monday although the holiday wasn’t federal (and I didn’t know what holiday it was, neither they could name it). But ended up being happy with my box. The space is so large. We spent three hours just handpicking the crops, taking wagon rides between the stops. Must try homemade ice cream, and donuts of course. They have farm eggs at the store which I was pleasantly surprised by.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Alstede Farms! It is such a beautiful and peaceful place to spend quality time with family and enjoy the outdoors. From the moment we arrived, we loved the beautiful farm atmosphere, fresh air, and scenic surroundings. The entire farm is very well-maintained, clean, and organized, which made our visit even more enjoyable. One of the highlights of our visit was picking fresh peaches and vegetables. It was such a fun experience to walk around the farm and pick fresh produce ourselves. The peaches were delicious, fresh, and full of flavor, and the vegetables were also excellent quality. There is something really special about getting fresh fruits and vegetables directly from the farm. This is a great place for families, especially if you have children. Kids can enjoy being outdoors, learning where their food comes from, and experiencing something different from the usual indoor activities. It was wonderful to see everyone enjoying themselves and making great memories together. The atmosphere at Alstede Farms is relaxing and welcoming. The beautiful fields, fresh produce, and peaceful surroundings make it a great place to slow down and enjoy a day away from the busy routine. We really appreciated the opportunity to spend time outside, enjoy nature, and have fun as a family. Overall, it was an amazing experience, and we were very happy with our visit. I would highly recommend Alstede Farms to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing, and family-friendly outdoor activity. Whether you enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, farm activities, or simply want to spend a beautiful day outdoors, this is definitely a place worth visiting. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be coming back again in the future! 🍑🍎🌽🥕🌱❤️ Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What isn't here? This farm has something for everyone! We visited for a friend's kid's birthday party, but we've also been here before for strawberry picking. On a nice summer day, it's a great place to spend a few hours with family. If you have kids, they'll absolutely love it. There are pony rides, horse rides, wagon rides, bounce houses, and lots of farm animals like chickens, roosters, sheep, cows, horses, alpacas, and more. You'll also find tractors, haystacks, and all the little farm-themed things that make the place fun. Just remember—it's a farm, not a theme park! 😊 Depending on the season, you can pick strawberries, apples, berries, and other fresh produce. There's also live music, and the food options are surprisingly good. One thing I noticed was that they host a lot of private events. During our visit, I saw several birthday parties, a baby shower, and other family gatherings. They have spaces that you can rent for different occasions. Parking: Plenty of parking is available. It's not paved, but there's lots of space on grass and gravel, and we had no trouble finding a spot. Overall, this is a wonderful family-friendly farm with plenty to do. Whether you're visiting for fruit picking, a special event, or just a fun day outdoors, it's definitely worth a visit.
Walkability – Easy to explore with wide paths and plenty of space to walk around the farm and enjoy the different attractions. Family Fun – A wonderful destination for families, with seasonal fruit picking, farm animals, live music, playgrounds, and activities for kids of all ages. Maintenance – The farm was clean, well organized, and easy to navigate. We've been coming almost every year and always have a great experience. Parking – Free parking is available, with plenty of spaces and easy access. Overall – One of our favorite family traditions. Whether you're picking fresh fruit, visiting the animals, listening to live music, or simply enjoying the farm atmosphere, it's a fun place to spend the day together. 🍓🚜🌻
Came with my family and we all had a great time. Great over all farm experience. But It is pretty pricey and we ended up paying over $200 for a family of 3 that was for pick our own/entrance, food, and 1 sunflower. Also the price online is cheaper than in person and I wish I knew that ahead of time. We weren’t sure if we were going to go to the farm so I didn’t purchase online but I did check the night before, when I searched on line it was around $80 at checkout, but when I paid at the entrance in person it was $100. The line to get ice cream was very long and didn’t move very fast so we skipped that but it looked really good. overall our farm day was amazing, clean, easy to navigate and lots of things to pick. Would definitely visit again just more mindful and extra planning needed from my end to save a little next time. The horses on the front are the cutest.
One of the greatest farms i’ve ever been to! You don’t even have to pay to enter unless you are picking ur own fruits/veggies. On your way to park you pass by a field with goats and horses that you can feed before you leave (they are all so very friendly and well trained. Just big and hungry tho) They have a pig, chickens, roosters, a llama, and probably so much more honestly. The eating/dining/shopping area is so cute and child friendly, there are wooden love swings available to use aswell that are decorated with flowers. The staff in the shop are very kind/understanding too when it comes to allergens. The apple cider slushie was sweet in the best way, the maple creme dessert was good, came with a donut it was just a bit sweet for me but still good. Savory foods were pretty good, fries were hot/fresh. Good eats. Up the farm they have a truck that travels throughout and brings you to ur destination. Picking fruits/veggies depending on what you get the price can vary, We only did apples and in order to enter it was $68 for 2 people. To me it was worth it since they don’t pay per pound/weight like other farms do. There also is a maze + hay area for family to explore/take pictures at. The picking areas are clearly labeled if they are ready to be picked. Most of the apples were on the ground but overall it was pretty organized. Would definitely recommend and be willing to come back. Thank you for having this here!! Hidden gem.

Rebekah Alstede Modery
Co-Owner, Assistant Production Manager
Rebekah oversees agricultural production alongside the family leadership.

Sarah J. Alstede
Co-Owner, Assistant Retail Operations Manager
Sarah manages the retail and customer facing store operations.

Karl Alstede
Production
Karl works in the farm's agricultural production.

