Are you looking for places to go apple picking in the New York Tri-State Area? We asked Suburbs 101 contributor and social media influencer, Joanna, to give us her favorite apple picking places in New York and Connecticut area. Below you will find Joanna’s top 5 Places to go apple picking in the New York tri-state area.
When school is back in session, fall is in the air, and my closet is slowly filling with cozy knits and tall boots, I know that it’s time for one of my favorite seasonal activities: apple picking.
Over the years we have sampled a number of different apple orchards in the New York tri-state area, and my top five places to go for apple picking are listed below.
Right now is the peak of apple picking season, so break out your favorite fall sweater and pack up the family for some fun on the farm.
Best Apple Picking in the New York Tri-State Area
Silverman’s Farm, Easton, CT
Silverman’s is like the Disneyland of apple orchards, and you could easily spend the whole day there.
In addition to pick your own apples, Silverman’s offers tractor rides, a large petting zoo and children’s maze, and more!
Weekend festivities include fresh kettle corn and other food vendors, live music and face painting.
Be prepared for large crowds and traffic on weekends.
Silverman’s Farm is at 451 Sport Hill Road, Easton, CT.
Beardsley’s Cider Mill and Orchard, Shelton, CT
While geographically close to Silverman’s Farm, Beardsley’s couldn’t be more different.
It is a much smaller operation, and less crowded than some of the others. Beardsley’s offers pick-your-own apples and fresh-pressed cider.
They also make the best apple cider donuts (and I have sampled A LOT).
Fun fact for homebrew enthusiasts: You can buy their untreated cider for making your own hard cider at home.
Beardsley’s Cider Mill is at 278 Leavenworth Road, Shelton, CT
Beardsley’s Cider Mill is open for apple picking on the weekends from 10am to 5pm.
Outhouse Orchards, Hardscrabble, NY
Outhouse Orchards is another good option for apple picking in the New York Tri-state area if you are looking to avoid the crowds.
They have a really extensive corn maze (it is big enough that you need a map and you solve clues as you go).
They offer pick your own apples and peaches, and it is also the only orchard that I know of that still allows dogs.
We brought Lulu with us this year, and she loved sampling the apples on the ground and trying to track the kids through the maze.
Outhouse Orchard is at 139 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, NY
Outhouse Orchards is open daily for apple picking. Come early or come late there will always be apples, pears and peaches to pick through the months of September and October.
Stuart’s Fruit Farm, Granite Springs, NY
Stuart’s Fruit Farm is one of the most picturesque orchards in the New York Tri-state area.
They offer pick your own apples and peaches, and weekend hayrides.
There is also a picnic area, so you can pack a lunch and enjoy the grounds after apple picking.
They have an extensive bakery, and their pies are delicious.
Stuart’s Fruit Farm is located at 62 Granite Springs Road, Granite Springs, NY.
Stuart’s Fruit Farm is open for apple picking this September 6th and runs daily from 10:00am – 5:00pm through November.
Apple Dave’s Orchards, Warwick, NY
While Apple Dave’s Orchards is the farthest away for apple picking, a plethora of activities and a winery make it worth the drive.
In addition to pick your own apples, there is a country store that sells picnic supplies and large grounds to explore with a pretty pond area.
For kids, there are pony rides, wagon rides, puppet shows and live music at Apple Dave’s Orchards.
Adults will enjoy the orchard winery and distillery with limited edition wines, hard ciders and apple vodka opens Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am to 6:00pm.
Apple Dave’s Orchards is located at 82 Four Corners Road, Warwick, NY.
Apple Dave’s Orchards’ 2023 harvest season opens daily starting this September 2nd until Halloween.
Easy Apple Pie Recipe
Looking for a way to enjoy your fresh picked bounty? This Swedish Apple Pie recipe has been my go-to favorite for years. It’s quick, easy (no crusts to roll out) and delicious, especially served warm and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Swedish Apple Pie Recipe
Ingredients
Apple Pie Filling:
5-6 apples
1 tsp cinnamon
1 Tbs sugar
Apple Pie Dough:
3/4 cup of melted butter
1 cup of sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 cup of flour
Pinch of salt
Steps:
Preheat oven to 350 F.
Peel and slice enough apples to fill pie plate 2/3 full. Mix apples with sugar and cinnamon.
Mix dough ingredients together and slowly pour over apple to cover.
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown
Enjoy!
About Joanna Y
Joanna is the Content Creator behind My Candid Closet, an Instagram feed following her detail-obsessed, chronically overdressed day-to-day life and travels featuring collaborations with fashion and lifestyle brands. She is a passionate mother, a voracious reader, an overzealous coffee table book collection, and has a weakness for pink peonies and anything with a monogram. A former Public Relations Executive, Joanna started her Instagram feed to document her own personal style and share her favorite tips and finds. Instagram: @mycandidcloset
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