Gilbertson Farms

Scandia, MN · about 27 mi from Twin Cities

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At a glance

Address: 12791 oakhill rd, Scandia, Minnesota, 55073
Activities: 🚜 Farm visits
Typical season: Most open spring to fall (farm visits, varies by farm)
Nearest city we cover: Twin Cities, about 27 miles
Listing updated: Feb 2024
County: Washington County, MN
Hardiness zone: USDA zone 4b
Source: USDA Local Food Directories

Picking weather

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Make a day of it

Public restroom 2.3 mi
Playground 2.1 mi
Gas station Cenex 2.3 mi
EV charger 4 mi
4 places to eat within 5 mi New Scandia Cafe, Scandia Pizzeria, The Old Log Cabin Restaurant

Farmers markets nearby

Scandia Farmers' Market Scandia · 2.4 mi
Forest Lake Farmer's Market Forest Lake · 6.8 mi
Chisago City Farmers' Market Chisago City · 7.2 mi

CSA farm shares nearby

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Nearby places from OpenStreetMap (straight-line distance). Markets and CSAs from the USDA Local Food Directories.

Weather here in a typical year

Nov here: highs around 43°F, lows around 24°F, about 1.8 in of rain, 9.4 hours of daylight.

24°3°J

30°6°F

43°19°M

58°33°A

70°45°M

79°56°J

83°60°J

82°58°A

74°50°S

60°37°O

43°24°N

29°11°D

🌱 Last spring frostMay 3
🍂 First fall frostOct 5
☀️ Frost-free season154 days
🧭 Hardiness zone4b

NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Forest Lake 5Ne, MN station (4.8 mi); USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map 2023 (USDA-ARS, Oregon State University PRISM). Averages, not a forecast. Crops ripen earlier after warm springs.

What you can pick here

Farm visitsMost open spring to fall

Typical US ranges from extension service crop calendars, not this farm's own dates. Seasons shift by region and weather, so check with the farm.

Before you go

Check that it is open. Search for the farm's current hours: hours and crops change with the weather.
Bring cash and a card. Some farms take only one.
Water, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
Ask about pets before you bring a dog.

More tips: your first u-pick visit.

Farm country: Washington County

Washington County had 525 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 109 sold food straight to the public and 22 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.

USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 2022 Census of Agriculture. Some county numbers are withheld to protect individual farms.

Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.

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Questions about Gilbertson Farms

Is Gilbertson Farms open today?

We do not track live hours. Check with the farm before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.

When is the season at Gilbertson Farms?

Farm visits typically run spring to fall in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.

Where is Gilbertson Farms?

The listing gives the address as 12791 oakhill rd, Scandia, Minnesota, 55073. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.

Can I bring my dog to Gilbertson Farms?

Pet rules vary by farm and by field. Many u-pick farms do not allow dogs in picking areas for food safety. Ask the farm before you go.

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