Johnson's Farm Produce
Hobart, IN · about 31 mi from Chicago
At a glance
- Address
- 8960 E Ridge Rd, Hobart, IN 46342
- Activities
- 🚜 Farm visits
- Phone
- (219) 962-1383
- Website
- johnsonsfarmproduce.com/contact-us-locations
- Typical season
- Most open spring to fall (farm visits, varies by farm)
- Nearest city we cover
- Chicago, about 31 miles
- Listing updated
- Feb 2024
- [email protected]
- Contact details from
- the farm's website; USDA Local Food Directories
- Social
- Facebook · Instagram
- County
- Lake County, IN
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 6a
- Source
- USDA Local Food Directories
Picking weather
National Weather ServiceLoading the forecast…
Weather only. It does not tell you whether the farm is open, so check hours with the farm.
Make a day of it
- Public restroom 1.3 mi
- Playground 1.1 mi
- Picnic area West Beach Picnic Area 4.9 mi
- Gas station Family Express 0.4 mi
- EV charger 2.6 mi
- 85 places to eat within 5 mi Starbucks, Arby's, Dunkin'
Farmers markets nearby
- Miller Beach Farmers Market Gary · 4.3 mi
- Market of Life Gary · 6.7 mi
- Chesterton's European Market Chesterton · 9.9 mi
CSA farm shares nearby
- Faith Farms & Orchard 6.1 mi
- Great Inspirations Farm 14.8 mi
- Farm to Table CSA at Alsip Home & Nursery 14.8 mi
Open in Apple Maps · Google Maps directions
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 49°F, lows around 34°F, about 2.8 in of rain, 9.7 hours of daylight.
- 🌱 Last spring frostApr 22
- 🍂 First fall frostOct 27
- ☀️ Frost-free season188 days
- 🧭 Hardiness zone6a
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Indiana Dunes Nl, IN station (9.2 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. Look at the farm website: 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: Lake County
Lake County had 347 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 28 sold food straight to the public and 11 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 Johnson's Farm Produce
Is Johnson's Farm Produce open today?
We do not track live hours. Check the farm website before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.
When is the season at Johnson's Farm Produce?
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 Johnson's Farm Produce?
The listing gives the address as 8960 E Ridge Rd, Hobart, IN 46342. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Johnson's Farm Produce?
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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