What better way to celebrate the season than by visiting an apple orchard? Whether it’s apple picking, enjoying fresh treats, or exploring various farm activities, an apple orchard is the place to be for fall fun. Gather your loved ones and make the most of the autumn season with a trip to one of the area’s Apple Orchards. Here’s where to go apple picking near NYC with kids.
APPLE ORCHARDS IN UPSTATE NEW YORK
Fishkill Farms
Eco-Friendly Organic farm. Fishkill practices ecologically-sustainable farming and offers low-spray apple varieties, organic apple picking, and more. Also offers pumpkin picking, fall festival weekends, wagon rides and live music.
WHERE: 9 Fishkill Farm Road, Hopewell Junction, NY
WEBSITE: Fishkill Farms
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: 1 1/2 hours by car
Apple Ridge Orchards
Nestled in the picturesque hills of Warwick, New York, Apple Ridge Orchard is known for its serene atmosphere and stunning views. Children can learn about the orchard’s sustainable practices and enjoy scenic wagon rides, grab doughnuts from the farm stand, say hi to friendly farm animals, and romp through the sunflower field.
WHERE: 101 Jessup Road, Warwick, NY
WEBSITE: Apple Ride Orchards
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: 1 1/2 hours by car (about 85 miles)
Outhouse Orchards
Just an hour north of NYC, Outhouse Orchards in North Salem, New York, offers pick your own apples, peaches and sunflowers. The picturesque orchard features plenty of open space for kids to run and play, and also offer hayrides and a corn maze, hay rides, bounce houses, duck races, tractor tire playground, and more. There’s hard cider for adults and yummy wood fired pizza. Dog friendly.
WHERE: 139 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, NY
WEBSITE: Outhouse Orchards
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: 1 1/2 hours by car
Harvest Moon Orchard
In North Salem, New York, Harvest Moon Orchard invites families to embrace the harvest season. Kids can enjoy scenic tractor rides, apple picking, and exploring the farm’s charming rustic charm. Come hungry for their wood fired pizza, and don’t forget to try their homemade pies and cider!
WHERE: 139 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, NY
WEBSITE: Harvest Moon Orchard
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: 1 1/2 hours by car
APPLE ORCHARDS IN LONG ISLAND
Harbes Family Farm
Harbes Family Farm is a paradise for young kiddos. In addition to apple picking (with over 27 varieties!), kids can explore a corn maze, enjoy hayrides, concessions, live music and more. Don’t forget to try the delicious apple cider donuts!
WHERE: 715 Sound Avenue, Mattituck, NY
WEBSITE: Harbes Family Farm
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: 2 1/2 hours by car
Hank’s Pumpkintown
Hank’s Pumpkintown, located in Water Mill, New York, is not only about pumpkins as the name suggests but also offers fantastic apple-picking experiences. Families can enjoy apple orchards, hayrides, corn mazes, wagon rides, giant slides, playgrounds and pumpkin picking all in one location.
WHERE: 240 Montauk Highway, Water Mill, NY
WEBSITE: Hank’s Pumpkintown
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: Apx 2 1/2 hours by car
Wickham’s Fruit Farm
Wickham’s Fruit Farm on Long Island is a great spot for apple picking. Families can take a wagon ride to the orchard and pick from one of the largest farms in Long Island. Depending on your time of visit, berries, corn and tomatoes may also be available. Don’t miss the historic cider press!
WHERE: 28700 Main Road, Cutchogue, NY
WEBSITE: Wickham’s Fruit Farm
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: Apx 2 1/2 hours by car
APPLE ORCHARDS IN NEW JERSEY
Terhune Orchards
A short drive from NYC in Princeton, New Jersey, Terhune Farms offers more than just apple picking. Families can enjoy live music, farm animals, and freshly baked goods. The farm also offers a charming “Read and Pick” program for younger kids. Don’t miss the Fall Family Festival weekends!
WHERE: 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ
WEBSITE: Terhune Orchards
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: Apx 1 1/2 hours by car. Also can take NJ Transit to Princeton and take Uber.
Battleview Orchards
Situated in Freehold, New Jersey, Battleview Orchards is the oldest Pick Your Own orchard in the state. The farm offers various Pick-Your-Own opportunities, including apple picking in their large fields. Don’t miss the bustling farmers market, where you can watch fresh doughnuts being made.
WHERE: 91 Wemrock Road, Freehold, NJ
WEBSITE: Battleview Orchards
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: Just over 1 hour by car. Tip: A short drive from Happy Day Farm’s fall activities!
Alstede Farms
This Chester, New Jersey gem is perfect for families with a passion for pick-your-own. With a variety of apple types available, children can explore the orchard and select their favorites. Alstede Farms also offers hayrides, a friendly petting zoo, and a corn maze to keep kids entertained, and also offers fun tours of their cider mill. Be sure to stop by the home made ice cream counter, and check the calendar for their popular pancake breakfast!
WHERE: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ
WEBSITE: Alstede Farms
DISTANCE FROM MIDTOWN: Apx 1 hour 15 minutes by car
Happy Picking! Looking for more fall fun? Read our article on the best places for pumpkin picking here.
