Apple Picking near Greensboro + Winston-Salem
Apple Picking season in North Carolina begins in mid-August. North Carolina has numerous farms that offer u-pick, activities for the kids, and fan-favorite apple cider donuts. Before you head to a local farm, double-check their website for the latest information.
Note: Some farms require reservations.
Updated August 2023
Blueberry Thrill Farm
6938 Eaglesfield Rd., Gibsonville
2023 Season Opening: TBD
Attractions | Apple picking
Treats | NA
Hours | Saturday 7:30 AM – 12 PM. Hours are subject to change due to pending fruit supply
Millstone Creek Orchard
506 Parks Crossroads Church Rd., Ramseur
2023 Season Opening: July 22, 2023
Attractions | Orchard hayride, apple picking
Treats | Apple cider slushies, apple cider, apple cider donuts, baked goods, candied apples, ice cream
Hours | U-Pick only available September 23 by reservation
More Apple Picking Choices
Carrigan Farms
1261 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy., Mooresville
2023 Season Opening: September 5, 2023
Attractions | Petting zoo, hayride, apple picking
Treats | NA
Hours | Reservation required
Levering Orchard
2023 Season Opening: September 9, 2023
Activities | Apple picking
Treats | NA
Hours | U-pick is available Saturday and Sunday, but you can buy pre-picked apples any day of the week.
Perry Lowe Orchard
8741 North Carolina 16, Moravian Falls
2023 Season Opening: September 2, 2023
Attractions | Apple picking
Treats | Apple cider, dried apples, pies, and other baked goods
Hours | U-pick is available Saturdays and Sundays starting in September. Reservations required.
Apple Hill Orchard
2075 Pleasant Hill Ave., Morganton
2023 Season Opening: August 12, 2023
Attractions | Apple picking
Treats | Full bakery with donuts, pies, cakes, bread, brittle and more
Hours | Opening August 12th, 9 AM – 6 PM Monday-Saturday. You must purchase a “Picking Pass” online before visiting.
Historic Orchard at Altapass
2023 Season Opening: June 1
Attractions | Hayride, apple picking, occasional live music, walking trails
Treats | General store with loads of treats, apple pie with ice cream
Hours | Wednesday-Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM (June-October 29)
Sky Top Orchard Apple Picking
1193 Pinnacle Mountain Rd., Flat Rock
2023 Season Opening: August 4, 2023
Attractions | Tractor ride, barn with animals, apple cannon, playground, apple picking
Treats | Apple slushies, apple cider donuts, hot apple cider, caramel apples, fudge apples, kettle corn
Hours | Open every day 9 AM – 6 PM
Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard
170 Stepp Orchard Dr., Hendersonville
2023 Season Opening: August 18, 2023
Attractions | Corn maze, apple cannon, wagon rides, jump pad, apple picking
Treats | Apple cider donuts, slushies, and more
Hours | Friday & Saturday 9 AM – 6 PM, Sunday 10 AM – 6 PM, Monday-Thursday 9 AM – 5:30 PM
Coston Farm
3748 Chimney Rock Rd., Hendersonville
2023 Season Opening: August 18, 2023
Attractions | Gift shop, apple picking, playground
Treats | Fried apple pies, cookies, muffins, and more
Hours | 8:30 AM – 5 PM Monday – Saturday through Fall season
Billy Laughter Orchards
111 Tullahome Farms Lane, Hendersonville
2023 Season Opening: TBD
Attractions | Apple picking
Treats | N/A
Hours | 8 AM – 8 PM Monday – Saturday
Justus Orchard
187 Garren Rd., Hendersonville
2023 Season Opening: July 20, 2023
Attractions | Apple canyon, playground, cow train, jumping pillow, animals apple picking
Treats | Full bakery with apple cider donuts, fried apple pies, ice cream, candied apples, coffee, and more
Hours | 9 AM – 5 PM through early November
Creasman Farms Apple Picking
280 Bent Arrow Ln, Hendersonville
2023 Season Opening: September 2023
Attractions | Apple picking
Treats | Apple cider and homemade apple treats
Hours | U-Pick orchard is open Sundays 1-5 PM from September – October
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