U-Pick Grapes at Loftus Family Farm

Pick Your Own Grapes at Our Vineyard

Visit the vineyard and harvest your own fresh grapes right off the vines. Take a look at the hours and details below before you head out so everything goes smoothly.

Opening News & Regular Hours

We're OPEN this Saturday, September 7th. After that, we go back to our usual schedule:

Saturday: 9am–6pm
Sunday: 1–5pm

Phone: 386-462-1227 | 352-214-1028

Picking price is $1.25 per pound — CASH ONLY!

Before Your Visit

Kindly leave dogs and pets at home — no pets in the vineyard. Our insurance does not cover them biting someone.
The vineyard has no bathroom, so please plan ahead.
We supply 5 quart buckets for picking; each one holds about 7 pounds.
Want a heads-up before we open? E-mail us through our Contact Us page and we'll add your name to our notice list.

Weekday Visits

Throughout the U-Pick season we're busy in the vineyard or out shopping during the work week. You're welcome to call and set up an appointment, but please give us a day or two of notice so we can work around our schedules.

Our Location

15585 NW 29 St., Gainesville, FL 32609

On some GPS units and Google Maps, type “LaCrosse, FL” rather than Gainesville — otherwise it may route you somewhere inside the Gainesville city limits. You can also check our map page.

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Vineyard Update

We've had a few calls from folks asking about the vineyard. So far, everything is looking good, as you can see from the photos below. Many grapes are still green and red but are getting darker every day. Even the dark ones aren't very sweet yet, so waiting until […]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are U-Pick grapes?

U-Pick grapes means you visit the vineyard and pick your own fresh grapes. Our tag archive gathers news and updates about the U-Pick grape season at Loftus Family Farm.

How do I know when the vineyard is open for picking?

Check the “HOURS & STUFF” box on this page for current hours and opening announcements. You can also e-mail us through our Contact Us page and we'll add your name to our notice list so you hear when we're about to open.

What should I bring, and how much will I pick?

We provide 5 quart buckets for picking; they hold about 7 pounds. Please note that we are CASH ONLY.

Can I bring my dog or pet?

Please, no dogs or pets in the vineyard — our insurance does not cover them biting someone.

Are there restrooms at the vineyard?

We DO NOT have a bathroom at the vineyard, so please plan accordingly.

How do I find the vineyard?

Our address is 15585 NW 29 St., Gainesville, FL 32609. On some GPS units and Google Maps, use “LaCrosse, FL” rather than Gainesville, otherwise it will send you someplace in the Gainesville city limits. See our Map page for more.

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Whether you're planning a weekend outing or a weekday appointment, our U-Pick vineyard makes it easy to gather fresh grapes yourself. Review the hours, picking price and visit guidelines above, then reach out through our Contact Us page if you'd like to join our notice list or ask a question before you drive out.

Loftus Family Farm U-Pick Grapes