Massachusetts Cranberries

Massachusetts is the oldest cranberry growing region in the country. Today, there are approximately 13,300 acres of commercial cranberry bogs in the state, primarily in Plymouth, Bristol, and Barnstable counties.

The cranberry is a unique fruit, native to Massachusetts, and has become synonymous with Thanksgiving Day celebrations across the country thanks to its role in our nation’s history. Taking place from late September to early November, the cranberry harvest season coincides with the fall foliage season, providing a double dose of visual splendor.

Although the state’s growers are nurture the native perennial cranberry vines the whole year through, the industry is in its most identifiable harvest month -October.

This is the pinnacle of the growing season. The bogs are alive with activity while our growers are rewarded for their hard work with the hope of another growing season coming to fruition.

Where to go for a tour:

• Annie's Crannies, Dennis • Bensons Pond, Middleboro • Cape Cod Cranberry Bog Tours,

Orleans • Chamberlain Farm, Berkley • Edgewood Bogs & Cape Cod

Select, Carver, MA • Spring Rain FarmEast Taunton