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The Barn at Martin Farms

Ocklawaha, FL Β· about 50 mi from Orlando

At a glance

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Address
8540 South Hwy 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida, 32179
Activities
🚜 Farm visits
Typical season
Most open spring to fall (farm visits, varies by farm)
Nearest city we cover
Orlando, about 50 miles
Listing updated
Feb 2024
County
Marion County, FL
Hardiness zone
USDA zone 9b
Source
USDA Local Food Directories

Picking weather

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Make a day of it

  • Gas station 6.1 mi
  • EV charger 9.3 mi
  • 1 place to eat within 5 mi Gator Joe's Beach Bar & Grill

Farmers markets nearby

  • ""Health Happens"" Farmers' Market Ocala Β· 13.8 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 77Β°F, lows around 54Β°F, about 2.1 in of rain, 10.6 hours of daylight.

  • 🌱 Last spring frostFeb 25
  • πŸ‚ First fall frostDec 12
  • β˜€οΈ Frost-free season293 days
  • 🧭 Hardiness zone9b

NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Ocala, FL station (11.9 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: Marion County

Marion County had 3,329 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 109 sold food straight to the public and 36 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 The Barn at Martin Farms

Is The Barn at Martin 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 The Barn at Martin 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 The Barn at Martin Farms?

The listing gives the address as 8540 South Hwy 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida, 32179. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.

Can I bring my dog to The Barn at Martin 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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