In North Carolina, apple picking season is usually from mid-August to late October, though some varieties may ripen as early as July and as late as November. Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, Hendersonville has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking spots in the Hendersonville area. Make sure to check out their websites for hours and which apples are in season. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!
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Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms in, and around, Hendersonville
Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard
Location:
170 Stepp Orchard Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Details:
5-acre corn maze, jump pad, apple cannon, wagon rides and covered picnic area
apples available until the end of October
pumpkins available from late September to late October
More Information:
828-685-9083
https://steppapples.com/
Justus Orchard
Location:
187 Garren Road, Hendersonville NC 28792
Details:
Donuts, cakes, and other baked goods
apple cider slushies
Playground with sandboxes
Taproom with hard ciders, craft beer, and wine
More Information:
828-974-1232
https://justusorchard.com/
Grandad's Apples 'N Such
Location:
2951 Chimney Rock Rd, Hendersonville, NC 8792
Details:
Pumpkin Patch
Market and Bakery
Weekend Corn Maze, Kid Zone, and More
More Information:
828-685-1685
https://grandadsapples.com/
Sky Top Orchard
Location:
1193 Pinnacle Mtn Rd, Zirconia, NC 28731
Details:
Tractor pulled ride through orchard
gem mining
barnyard animals
donuts, caramel apples, cider
More Information:
(828) 692-7930
https://www.skytoporchard.com/
Coston Farm
Location:
3748 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville NC 28792
Details:
gift shop
bakery with apple pie, apple fritters, cider and more!
playground
antique tractors for pictures
More Information:
828-685-8352
https://www.costonfarm.com/
Jeter Mountain Farm
Location:
1126 Jeter Mountain Road, Hendersonville, NC
Details:
Play area
hard cider taproom
in house BBQ, food truck
live bluegrass music
More Information:
828-513-0656
https://www.jetermountainfarm.com/
Pilot Mountain Pears
*Pick your own pears-in season now too
Location:
Circle L Farm Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Details:
Apple Pies, Baked Apple Turnovers and Asian Pear Slushies
Featured in "Our State" Magazine
More Information:
(828) 685-2605
https://www.pilotmountainpears.com/
Creasman Farms
Location:
280 Bent Arrow Ln, Hendersonville, NC, 28792
Details:
U-pick is open Sundays only 1-5pm in September and October (after Labor Day)
visit them at our farmers markets on Wednesday or Saturday
More Information:
828-685-7728
https://www.creasmanfarmsnc.com/
Make the Most of Your Apple-Picking Adventure
Don't forget to bring along some essentials like a sturdy basket, comfortable shoes, and a camera to capture those picture-perfect moments picking apples in Hendersonville.
Looking for ideas on what to do with your just-picked apples? Check out these recipes — favorites of Macaroni KID families:
