Load Up on Fall’s Sweetest Treat at NEPA’s U-Pick Apple Orchards
Few things scream fall in NEPA more than a bushel of crisp, orchard-fresh apples. Sure, we’re all about that pumpkin spice craze, but once those first chilly evenings roll around, it’s officially apple season in Northeastern PA. Autumn weekends are made for wandering through orchard rows, apple picking, sipping fresh-pressed cider and savoring the sights, scents and flavors of harvest season. Whether you crave a tart bite of McIntosh, the sweetness of Honeycrisp or the crunch of a Golden Delicious, local apple orchards deliver the perfect taste of fall.
NEPA’s family-run apple orchards, farm markets and produce stands are ready to welcome visitors with a wide range of pick-your-own and pre-picked options. These community staples often go far beyond apples, offering fresh-pressed cider, homemade pies, cider donuts, pumpkins and plenty of fall fun. Whether you’re planning a quick stop or making a day of it at a u-pick apple orchard, you’ll find plenty of ways (and plenty of treats) to celebrate the season.
Check out this list of local orchards where you can pick your own apples or grab a pre-picked bushel from the orchard market.
Dallas, PA | Daily
Brace’s Orchard in Dallas is one of the oldest in the region, with roots dating back to 1828. Visitors can enjoy pick-your-own apples in season, browse the farm store for cider, pies and their famous donuts, or take an apple wagon ride every weekend through October.
Brodheadsville, PA | Weekends
Gould’s Produce and Farm Market in Brodheadsville offers a taste of the autumn harvest with fresh produce, apples and refreshing cider. While they primarily sell through their market, they also provide u-pick options depending on availability.
Effort, PA | October 3-5 & 10-13
Heckman Orchards in Effort has been growing top-quality fruits and vegetables since 1962. Every fall, the family-run farm welcomes families for their popular pick-your-own apple season. You’ll also find fresh cider, pumpkins and so much more.
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Scott Twp., PA | Thursday – Sunday
Lakeland Orchard & Cidery in Scott Twp. is a major u-pick destination, boasting over 20,000 trees and 30 apple varieties. Guests can also enjoy the Cider Garden, axe throwing and live music for a full fall experience.
Bloomsburg, PA | Weekends
OHF Orchards in Bloomsburg invites visitors to return each fall for pick-your-own apples. The family farm also offers pre-picked fruit, cider, donuts and apple dumplings to round out the autumn experience.
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Brackney, PA | Thursday – Sunday
Russell Farms in Brackney is a u-pick orchard in the Endless Mountains growing 14 varieties, from Honeycrisp and McIntosh to unique finds like Ginger Gold and Crispin. Visitors can pick fresh from the trees and shop the farm stand.
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Some apple orchards prefer to make it easy. They do all the apple picking, and all you need to do is show up, grab a bag and be on your way. Of course, a few of these orchards still include all the “fun-on-the-farm” amenities like corn mazes and hayrides. And many even offer all those same apple treats like cider, donuts, pies, jarred sweets and more.
Whether you’re in a hurry or just looking to have all the fun without all the work, check out these apple orchard markets in Northeastern PA.
Noxen, PA
Grassy Ridge Farms in Noxen grows over a dozen apple varieties during the fall season. Their roadside stand also features Concord grapes, fresh-pressed cider, pumpkins and colorful mums.
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Wapwallopen, PA
Heller Orchards in Wapwallopen has been growing apples since 1919 and now offers over 20 varieties. Each fall, they welcome visitors for a wide variety of pre-picked apples inside their bustling farm market.
Pine Grove, PA
Jersey Acres Farms & Stone Mountain Wine Cellars in Pine Grove combines a roadside farm stand with a winery, selling seasonal produce, apples, jarred treats, cider and over 50 varieties of locally-crafted wines.
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Pitman, PA
Kenny Stehr and Sons Farm in Pitman is known for a wide variety of homegrown apples, fresh-pressed cider and warm pies. They also offer family fun like pumpkin picking, a corn maze and a petting zoo on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Lake Ariel, PA
Klim’s Orchard in Lake Ariel has been in business since 1932 and still hand-picks every apple. They offer 14 apple varieties ranging from classics like McIntosh to newer favorites like Zestar. And don’t miss their delicious, fresh-pressed apple cider.
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Saylorsburg, PA
Klingel’s Farm in Saylorsburg is mostly known for Mazezilla, their 11-acre corn maze. Their popular farm store also offers farm-fresh produce, meats, eggs, pumpkins and a wide assortment of apple varieties. You can even get delicious cider donuts in the fall.
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Sugarloaf, PA
Maylath Farm & Orchard in Sugarloaf spans 250 acres filled with fall activities. They offer a wide variety of apples and a farm store with fresh baked goods and cider. In the fall, they also feature family fun attractions like a corn maze, pumpkin patch and farm animals.
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Scott Twp., PA
Miller’s Orchards Farm Market in Scott Twp. has been growing apples for more than 125 years. You can stop by their farm store to pick up a wide variety of fresh-picked apples, cider, baked goods and so much more.
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Mount Cobb, PA
Ritter’s Cider Mill in Mount Cobb is known for sweet apples, cider, pies, donuts and candy apples. In addition to its farm stand, the orchard offers pick-your-own apples when varieties are ripe, plus family attractions like hayrides, a corn maze and farm animals.
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Milanville, PA
Ostrander’s Orchard in Beach Lake is a family-owned and operated fruit farm known for their extensive variety of apples and their popular, fresh-pressed apple cider. Stop by their farm market in the late summer and fall for tasty, pre-picked apples.
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Article Updated from its Original Version Published on 10/14/2020.
