Apple Picking in Greater Rochester, NY and the Finger Lakes
Pick your own apples in Rochester and the surrounding counties!
One great way to get your kids to eat more fruit -- and introduce them to the subtleties of sweet/tangy tastes -- is by taking them apple picking to a local orchard. Below are places to go and things to do for a day in the orchard all around Rochester.
Types of Apples
Curious about the wide varieties of apples and what they're used for and taste like? Check out this neat page from New York Apple Country that provides photos and information. And, just to make you feel even better about taking your family out for a day picking apples, here is an article from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield on the health benefits of a trip to the apple orchard.
Where can your family pick apples in western New York?
For more information on local places your family can pick apples, below are locations of orchards in Rochester and . If you know of a U-pick apple location that I have not included, please email us!
If a grower does not have a web site listing hours, PLEASE call first to make sure they are open! (This is experience talking!)
KidsOutAndAbout.com Featured Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms in greater Rochester, NY
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Wayne County Apple Tasting Trail
Wayne county has a wonderful Apple Tasting Trail. Throughout October, travel to the 12 different farms and markets in the gorgeous countryside, get your passport stamped, and win prizes! Extra-special events are planned for their annual Tasting Weekend, which in 2018 is October 5-8 (including Columbus Day). Click here for more information and a map!
G and S Orchards
Just 15 short minutes east of Rochester G and S Orchards is your source for you-pick and picked apples, berries and pumpkins. Enjoy the beautiful undulating country side and experience the great outdoors with your family.
Morgan's Farm Market
U-Pick apples from mid September thru October. Bring the family for a fun-filled day! Morgan's Farm Market is located 10 miles East of Penfield just off Rt.441. Be sure to check out our web site and our Facebook page for all the goings on! The last 2 weekends in October are typically pay one price U-Pick for all you can carry! No Bags Allowed :)
Becker Farms and Vizcarra Vineyards
U-Pick Apples now available at Becker Farms! $5.00 per 4-quart bag, $12/half bushel, $20/bushel. Many varieties available for picking from now until Nov.1 Wagon rides to the orchard on the weekends. Picking everyday 10-5. Please call 716-772-2211 or visit our website beckerfarms.com for the most up to date picking conditions and varieties available on the day you visit.
Wickham Farms
August-October 2018 is the time to visit the Wickham Farms apple orchard and see where all the fun will happen in 2019! We offer 13 varieties of apples (including Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, McIntosh, Empire, and more) throughout the season. Purchase a peck bag to fill and enjoy a complimentary hayride through our CSA fields and into the orchard. A farmer will greet your hayride to point-out your favorite apple variety or to suggest the apple that may be you next favorite! 6,000 beautiful trees are loaded with easy to reach fruit, so even the smallest member of your group can pick. When your bag is full, explore the many fun activities that make Wickham Farms part of your fall traditions, including the corn mazes, apple cannons, jumping pillow, miniature golf course, kiddie train ride, batting cages, farm animals, pick-your-own pumpkins, fresh cider donuts, donut-dipped apples, and much more. For more information, visit our website at www.wickhamfarms.com.
Lots more to do in the fall!
Click here for our master guide to fall family fun in the Rochester area, including corn mazes, farm fun, and Halloween.
