U-pick farm · Bates City, Missouri
John & Linda's Fruit and Berry Farm
John & Linda's Fruit and Berry Farm open today
John & Linda's Fruit and Berry Farm is a pick-your-own stop in Bates City, Missouri, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field. Rated 4.9 from 117 reviews. Confirm hours before you go.
About this farm
John & Linda's Fruit and Berry Farm is a pick-your-own stop in Bates City, Missouri, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field.
Visitors commonly come for berries.
It holds a 4.9 rating across 117 public reviews.
Today (Saturday) is listed as 8 AM–7 PM. Hours can change with harvest and weather.
Location
Find John & Linda's Fruit and Berry Farm at 2428 Texas Prairie Rd, Bates City, MO 64011, United States. Plus Code: 2WFM+RC Bates City, Missouri, USA.
2428 Texas Prairie Rd , Bates City , Missouri 64011 , US
Hours
Local time (America/Chicago). Hours can change with harvest and weather — confirm before you go.
8 AM–7 PM
Monday
8 AM–7 PM
Tuesday
8 AM–7 PM
Wednesday
8 AM–7 PM
Thursday
8 AM–7 PM
Friday
7 AM–7 PM
Saturday · today
8 AM–7 PM
Sunday
8 AM–7 PM
What you can pick
In October, check what’s currently ripe before you go. Seasons below are typical windows for Missouri, not a guarantee for this exact farm.
Before you go
A short checklist so the trip feels easy — especially helpful for first-time u-pick visits in Missouri.
- Bring closed-toe shoes, sun protection, water, and containers unless the farm supplies them.
- Call or check the website for today’s picking conditions — mud, rain, and sold-out fields are common.
- Wear clothes you don’t mind getting stained; berry juice and field mud travel home with you.
- Cash still helps at smaller stands even when cards are accepted.
Amenities & details
Attributes pulled from the listing data. Confirm anything important (pets, accessibility, payments) with the farm.
Accessibility
- • Wheelchair-accessible car park
Photos
2 photos from the listing plus visitor snaps below in reviews. Click any item for a full preview — videos play in the viewer.
What visitors say
117 reviews on file · showing 8 visitor notes from the listing data.
“We have been multiple times. John is so knowledgeable and a great guide. We always learn something new. The apple variety gives opportunity to catch prime picking at various times. The flowers are a whimsical and beautiful touch. We will make a ton of apple butter from our most recent haul!”
“John was so kind and helpful! We had a great time picking berries and pears, made some amazing pies and salsa from the peppers. We also threw some fresh berries on our ice cream! Will definitely be back. Absolutely great experience”
“Lovely place to pick all sorts of apples and fresh flowers. Very affordable prices, especially for fresh produce! Close to I-70 so very convenient!! Can't wait to go back!”
“Great place to go get fruit and vegetables. Easy access for people with disabilities. It is a very beautiful farm. John and Linda are both really nice.”
“We love this place! We’ve been multiple times and have always had a great experience! The owners are so sweet and helpful!”
“They were so kind and it was an incredibly easy transaction. I went with two young children and they both had fun.”
“John was so friendly, my mom and I had a great time. Will definitely be going back soon.”
“Great place to pick fresh produce! The owners are super sweet and very helpful. Awesome prices too. It's a little unkempt and could use some volunteer help to clean it up!”
FAQ
Is this a u-pick farm?
Yes — this listing is marked as pick-your-own. Policies (containers, pricing, pets) vary; confirm with the farm.
Where is John & Linda's Fruit and Berry Farm?
2428 Texas Prairie Rd, Bates City, MO 64011, United States Plus Code 2WFM+RC Bates City, Missouri, USA.
What are today’s hours?
Saturday: 8 AM–7 PM. Full weekly hours are listed above.
Is it accessible?
Listing notes include: Wheelchair-accessible car park. Field paths can still be uneven — ask the farm about current conditions.
How do I get there?
Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation to 39.02453, -94.06638.
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