September 21, 2017 Autumn has finally arrived — in parts of the country, leaves are turning and sweaters are emerging from dresser drawers. (Don't forget to purchase a fried apple pie during your visit.
Advertisement 12 of 19 Courtesy of Mercier Orchards Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge, GeorgiaGeorgia’s countryside has ample views and excellent apple picking. . Advertisement 10 of 19 Courtesy of Solebury Orchard Solebury Orchards in New Hope, PennsylvaniaRain or shine, Solebury Orchards is open for apple, cherry tomato, and flower picking in the fall. The orchard offers 11 different varieties of apples and has an adjacent winery for post-picking wine tastings. Advertisement 9 of 19 Tin Woodsman / Alamy Stock Photo Terhune Orchards in Princeton, New JerseyThis beautiful orchard offers a variety of apples, pumpkins, and other gourds in the fall, as well as fresh flowers to transform your home for the autumn equinox. Families can also stop by the farm to visit the animals, and, in September, enjoy fresh cider and pumpkin picking. At the Applecrest Farm Bistro, guests can enjoy a farm-to-table fine dining experience from chef Patrick Soucy after a day in the orchard. Advertisement 19 of 19 Los Rios Rancho in Oak Glen, CaliforniaWhile most people associate apple picking with cooler weather, there’s plenty of prime apple picking in Southern California, too. Visitors can conclude an afternoon of apple picking with fun farm activities, too, as the orchard offers apple education classes like tree grafting and pruning. Advertisement 11 of 19 Courtesy of Sky Top Orchard Sky Top Orchard in Flat Rock.
North CarolinaNot only does this orchard have scenic views and ponds with ducks and geese, but it also boasts a bamboo forest. Already, pumpkin spice lattes have returned to coffee shop menus, and apples are ripe for picking at orchards. You can even find rare and uncommon apple varieties growing here. 3 of 19 Courtesy of Apple Crest Orchards Applecrest Farm Orchards in Hampton Falls, New HampshireHead to Applecrest in September and you'll find more than just apples ready to be picked. Advertisement 4 of 19 Courtesy of Poverty Lane Orchards Poverty Lane Orchards in Lebanon, New HampshirePoverty China instant water heating faucet Suppliers Lane is like a trip back in time, and their farm still operates much like it did in the 1930s. Apple picking, hay rides, and plenty of cider donuts are all part of this perfect family-friendly destination. Advertisement 15 of 19 Courtesy of Apple Jack Orchards Apple Jack Orchards in Delano, MinnesotaThis farm have an impressive selection of apples, including Honeycrisp and Connel Red. Advertisement 2 of 19 Courtesy of Bear Swamp Orchard Bear Swamp Orchard and Cidery in Ashfield, MassachusettsIn addition to miles of hiking trails and apple dizzying rows of apple trees, this organic farm sells hard cider, raw vinegar, jams, and jellies for your autumnal haul. Visitors can spend time with the animals of the farm (a favorite with children) and attend the seasonal festivals.