Summer is slowly fading and the Carolinas are entering a new season, which means a favorite activity for many is on its way- apple picking! With numerous orchards and farms nearby, there are plenty of opportunities to take part in this beloved pastime. If you're in search of freshly picked apples, delectable apple treats, or a fun-filled day with loved ones, plan to add a visit to one of these orchards to your calendar.
Windy Hill Orchard & Cider Mill | York, SC
Windy Hill Orchard & Cider Mill is a family-owned and operated boutique apple orchard and hard cider producer located in upstate South Carolina. Open every fall from mid-August until Christmas, Windy Hill offers award-winning hard ciders, pick-your-own apples, fresh-made apple cider, delicious apple products, and more. This year the orchard will open on August 17th, and apple picking is anticipated to resume in September.
Sky Top Orchard | Flat Rock, NC
Sky Top Orchard is a local favorite year after year. Located in Flat Rock, NC, this orchard offers U-Pick apples, plenty of fun activities for the entire family, apple cider, and, of course, their famous apple donuts. Apple picking for 2023 begins on Saturday, August 5th, so be sure to visit their website to see what is currently being picked.
Perry Lowe Orchards | Moravian Falls, NC
Perry Lowe Orchards is a family-owned and operated apple orchard located in the beautiful foothills of North Carolina. The Lowe family has been growing apples for six generations, starting in the 1800s, and currently has over 30 varieties of apples across 100 acres. In addition to apple picking, the orchard also presses and pasteurizes its own apple ciders, including special variety blends, as well as dehydrates apples in 7 different varieties, perfect for snacking or baking. The 2023 Perry Lowe Orchard Apple U-Pick season will begin Saturday, September 2nd, and reservations are required.
Knob Creek Orchards | Lawndale, NC
Knob Creek Orchards has been family owned and operated since 1958, starting as a small apple and peach business on the Cleveland-Lincoln county line and has now grown to sell strawberries, blackberries, and homemade ice cream. They also serve apples, apple cider, apple bread, apple jelly, apple butter, and more!
Grandad’s Apples n’ Such | Hendersonville, NC
If you visit Grandad’s Apples n’ Such for the day then you’re sure to enjoy a variety of fun family activities on this 100-acre family farm and apple orchard. At Grandad’s Barn and Country Store, you will find a vast selection of fall harvest decorations, baked goods, and other apple gifts. Make sure to stop by the bakery as well to enjoy hot cider donuts, apple pies, cookies, hot cider, apple cider slushies, and more. Grandad’s Apples n’ Such will reopen for the season on August 11th.
NC Apple Festival 2023 | Hendersonville, NC
If you love all things apples, then look no further than the annual NC Apple Festival in Hendersonville, NC. This event will take place over Labor Day weekend on September 1st - 4th, but be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date information. With activities planned for each day during the festival, this is sure to be a hit for the entire family. Some things you can expect are the Street Fair, live entertainment, food vendors, and plenty of community activities.
Take a trip to one of these nearby orchards for some seasonal fun and don't miss out on the perfect opportunity to savor the flavors of fall. Whether you enjoy apple picking, cider tasting, or just taking in the beautiful Carolina scenery, there's something for everyone to enjoy. If you decide to visit one of these locations, snap a picture, post it to your social media, and tag @helenadamsrealty. We love to see all of the fun our followers are up to!