Across the Willamette River in Polk County, the Great Oaks Food Trail leads travelers through orchards, farms and rolling fields dotted with grazing sheep. Stop at Perryhill Farm for U-pick fruit, Wildman Farm and Bare Farms for fresh seasonal vegetables, and Briarwood Acres to meet friendly alpacas and shop for artisan-made fiber goods. LOCAL FARMERS MARKETS For a true taste of the Salem area, mingle with locals and farmers at one of the region’s lively markets. The flagship Salem Saturday Market fills downtown with energy every Saturday from March through October, offering fresh produce, artisan crafts, baked goods and more. Across the river, the West Salem Market pops up on Thursdays from May through September, giving shoppers another opportunity to stock up midweek. Beyond the city, each surrounding community adds its own charm to the local market scene. Stroll through the Chemeketa Market (Wednesdays, May–September), discover the friendly Independence Farmers Market (Saturdays, April–October); or enjoy small-town hospitality at the Stayton Farmers Market (Wednesdays, June–September), the Silverton Farmers Market (Saturdays, October–December, February–May), the Dallas Farmers Market (first and third Saturdays, May– October) and the Cultural Harvest Collective Market (Sundays, May–October) in Monmouth. Strawberries Blueberries Raspberries Blackberries Marionberries Peaches Pears Apples Wine Grapes Hops Hazelnuts Pumpkins June July August September October French Prairie Gardens 33 TravelSalem.com
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