As the air crisps and the leaves change to a stunning palette of crimson, amber, and ginger, Pennsylvania’s vibrant landscape marks the beginning of the fall season. It’s also the perfect time to indulge in the season’s favorite fruit: apples!
Check out our list of apple orchards throughout Pennsylvania that offer a blend of beautiful scenery, mouth-watering apple varieties, and fun family activities.
Solebury Orchards, New Hope
Situated north of Philadelphia, at the heart of Bucks County, Solebury Orchards is known for its rolling orchard fields of various fruits and berries. From August through early November, you can pick your own apples; varieties include favorites like Honeycrisp, Gala, Braeburn, and Granny Smith, but are subject to availability depending on the time of the season. During the weekends in the fall, you can enjoy a wagon ride through the orchards for apple picking. Please note that according to their website, reservations are required for apple picking on the weekends. Their market is stocked with applesauce, seasonal fruits, fruit butter, and cider.
Address: 3325 Creamery Road, New Hope, PA 18938
Paulus Mt. Airy Orchards, Dillsburg
Paulus Mt. Airy Orchards promises not just orchard tours but an entire day of fun! This family-owned farm spans 150 acres of fruit trees, which include over 25 apple varieties. The kids can enjoy PlayLand, where fun activities include pumpkin picking, a corn maze, slides, and pedal karts.
Address: 522 East Mount Airy Road, Dillsburg, PA 17019
Weaver’s Orchard, Morgantown
Weaver's Orchard, established in 1932, provides visitors with a wide variety of fresh, locally sourced produce. With more than 30 types of apples to choose from, including popular varieties such as Honeycrisp, McIntosh, and Red and Golden Delicious, you're sure to find something to your liking.
Address: 40 Fruit Lane, Morgantown, PA 19543
Gray’s Apple Ridge Orchard, Jonestown
From early September through mid November, you can select from an array of apples at Gray’s Apple Ridge Orchard. Their selection offers crisp and flavorful apples perfect for your family this autumn.
Address: 144 Greble Road, Jonestown, PA 17038
Hollabaugh Bros. Inc., Biglerville
Just 10 minutes from Historic Gettysburg, you’ll find Hollabaugh Bros., Inc., a family-owned fruit and farm market that’s been in operation for three generations. There’s no better way to get your apple fix than by picking your own apples, but you can also stop by their apple bin at their market to mix and match various apples.
Address: 545 Carlisle Road, Biglerville, PA 17307
Pennsylvania’s apple orchards offer more than just apple picking - they present an opportunity to create lasting memories, take in the beauty of nature, and indulge in mouthwatering treats. So, grab your coziest sweater and head to one of these fantastic orchards for the quintessential fall experience.
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