Loftus Family Farm U-Pick Vineyard: Hours & Picking Info

Loftus Family Farm U-Pick Vineyard

Come out to our family-run vineyard and pick your own grapes when they are at their best. Before you make the trip, check our opening notice, hours, pricing, and a few handy reminders so everything goes smoothly.

Hours & Opening Notice

We will be open this Saturday, September 7th. After that, we go back to our usual hours: Saturdays 9am to 6pm and Sundays 1pm to 5pm. During U-Pick season we are usually out in the vineyard or running errands on weekdays, so if you would like an appointment, please call a day or two in advance so we can plan around it.

Would you like a heads-up before we open? E-mail us through our Contact Us page and we will put your name on our notification list.

What to Know Before You Pick

Grapes are $1.25 per pound — CASH ONLY at the vineyard.
We supply 5-quart picking buckets; each one holds roughly 7 pounds.
Kindly leave dogs and other pets at home — our insurance does not cover bites.
The vineyard has no bathroom, so please plan ahead.

Finding the Vineyard

We are located at 15585 NW 29 St., Gainesville, FL 32609. On some GPS units and Google Maps, enter “LaCrosse, FL” rather than Gainesville, or you may be sent somewhere inside the Gainesville city limits. You can also visit our map page for directions.

Have questions? Give us a call at 386-462-1227 or 352-214-1028.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your U-Pick hours?

In season we are open Saturday 9am to 6pm and Sunday 1pm to 5pm. Before you come, check the “HOURS & STUFF” sidebar for the latest opening notice.

How much do the grapes cost?

Grapes are $1.25 per pound, and we are CASH ONLY at the vineyard.

Do I need to bring my own bucket?

No need. We provide 5-quart buckets for picking, and each holds about 7 pounds.

Can I bring my dog or a pet?

Please leave dogs and pets out of the vineyard. Our insurance does not cover bites.

Is there a bathroom at the vineyard?

There is NO bathroom at the vineyard, so please plan ahead.

How do I find the vineyard?

We are at 15585 NW 29 St., Gainesville, FL 32609. On some GPS units and Google Maps, use “LaCrosse, FL” rather than Gainesville, or you will be sent somewhere inside the Gainesville city limits. You can also check our Map page.

How can I be notified when you open?

If you would like a notice when we are about to open, e-mail us through our “Contact Us” page and we will add your name to the list.

From the Vineyard Journal

We have had a few calls from folks asking about the vineyard. So far everything looks good, as you can see in the photos below. Many grapes are still green and red but are darkening every day. Even the dark ones are not very sweet yet, so waiting until […]

Posted in Uncategorized on August 11th, 2010 · Comments Off on Loftus Family Farm U-Pick Vineyard

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Whether you are planning your first U-Pick outing or coming back for another season, a quick look at our hours, pricing, and directions will help your visit go smoothly. Bring cash for your grapes, leave the pets at home, and call ahead if you would like a weekday appointment. We look forward to seeing you in the vineyard.