Top 5 Apple Picking Orchards in CT

Are you ready for the first day of Autumn? Many orchards and farms in the state are already open for apple picking season- a great way to spend fun family time, even with the smallest of children! Check out our list of five orchards that offer apple picking this fall season.

Bushy Hill Orchards- Granby

Stop by Bushy Hill orchards this fall for pick-your-own apples! Apple trees in this orchard are vined, meaning even the tiniest apple pickers can easily join in on the fun! Enjoy time with your loved ones picking some juicy treats, then stop back to purchase apple cider donuts, or watch the cider get made!

Belltown Hill Orchards– South Glastonbury

Nothing beats the freshness of hand-picked apples. Luckily Belltown Hill has over 24 different varieties to choose from! Visit the orchard and fill boxes and bags full of your favorite apples. After a day out in the sun, stop inside at the market for home baked treats or hand made goat milk soaps.

Gustafson’s Orchard– Watertown

Gustafson’s has all your fall needs- apple picking, pumpkins, squash, warm baked pies, and even hay for your next hay-ride! This orchard and farm stand is perfect for a family-friendly day trip.

Roger’s Orchards– Southington

Pick-your-own apples is available every weekend in the fall. Choose from a variety of apples, or mix and match your favorites. All produce is grown to meet eco standards, ensuring that you are putting clean, fresh fruit into your bodies every time. Many other products are available for purchase, including many varieties of fruit, honey, and maple syrup.

Scott’s Yankee Farmer– East Lyme

Visit Scott’s Yankee Farmer for pick-your-own apples, as well as a Halloween Zombie Adventure Corn Maze! With hay rides also available on the weekends, Scott’s Yankee Farmer is the perfect autumn outing for families!

Did we miss your favorite orchard? Let us know in the comments below where you like to take your friends and family to pick apples in the fall!