{"id":5700,"date":"2016-08-22T01:42:55","date_gmt":"2016-08-22T05:42:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/visitingnewengland.com\/blog-cheap-travel\/?p=5700"},"modified":"2021-09-24T16:07:59","modified_gmt":"2021-09-24T20:07:59","slug":"apple-picking-new-england","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitingnewengland.com\/blog-cheap-travel\/?p=5700","title":{"rendered":"9 Amazing Apple Picking Farms in New England for the Fall Season"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Big Apple Farm, Wrentham, Mass. (photo by Eric)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Editor’s note: Always call ahead to your desired apple picking destination for the latest PYO status including restrictions due to COVID-19.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 2021 apple picking season is upon us in New England, and what better way to experience this fall treasure than to visit a local farm? Here are nine\u00a0amazing apple picking farms in New England that are at the “core” of apple greatness — always call or check web sites to find out current pick-your-own availability:<\/p>\n

1. Red Apple Farm, Phillipston, Mass.<\/strong> If ever there was a classic New England family farm to visit, Red Apple Farm would be the place. Located in north central Massachusetts at 1,250 ft. above sea level and surrounded by beautiful open land and views of Wachusett Mountain, Red Apple Farm satisfies on so many levels. First, the apple picking stands as one of the best in New England with more than 50 varieties of apples, including all the major kinds and some heirlooms. Additionally, the charming, old-fashioned Country Store offers some fabulous hot and cold apple cider, apple cider doughnuts, apple dumplings, apple cider slush, homemade fudge and freshly made peanut butter. Making Red Apple Farm even that more special are the friendly farm animals, free hayrides, seasonal festivals, local brews at the Brew Barn (open June to October) and weekend fall BBQs. It’s simply a wonderful place to “connect with the past, nature, outdoors, family and neighbors” says fourth-generation Red Apple Farm owner Al Rose.<\/p>\n

Address: 455 Highland Ave. in Phillipston, MA
\nPhone: (978)249-6763
\nRead more about Red Apple Farm here<\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Carlson Orchards, Harvard, Mass.<\/strong> This welcoming second generation working farm in one of Massachusetts\u2019 most beautiful small towns features more than 14 apple varieties. Starring McIntosh, Cortland, Macoun, Red Delicious, Honeycrisp, Ginger Gold, Empire, Royal Gala, Cameo, Jonagold, Crispen, Braeburn, Fuji and Granny Smith, you might also be able to find the elusive \u201csuper-secret Baldwins\u201d in the beautiful rolling fields with a little effort. Also, Carlson\u2019s apple cider is one of the best we have sampled in New England with a great, full-bodied taste. Top the day off with hot spiced cider, and some apple crisp with a whipped cream topping and you have a wonderful apple-oriented, fall time experience!<\/p>\n

Address: 115 Oak Hill Rd., Harvard MA
\nPhone: (978) 456-3916
\nWeb Site: http:\/\/www.carlsonorchards.com\/<\/p>\n

3. Gould Hill Farm, Contoocook, N.H.<\/strong> More than 80 varieties of apples are grown on this family-owned and operated farm. The pick-your-own apples from the orchards yield many excellent kinds of apples from Labor Day to Columbus Day Weekends. Located on a hill, the surrounding mountain and rural views are spectacular — some people talk about the scenery before ever mentioning the apples. Gould Farm also offers a terrific offering of other fruits and vegetables, as well as a fine bakery that features homemade apple pies, hot apple crisp with locally produced ice cream, apple cider, hot cider donuts, whoopie pies and cookies.\u00a0 Check out the gift shop, too, with its country store-like selection of jams, jellies, maple and honey. Hayrides typically take place over the weekend.<\/p>\n

Address:656 Gould Hill Road, Contoocook, NH
\nPhone: (603) 746-3811
\nWeb site: http:\/\/www.gouldhillfarm.com\/index.html
\nInteresting anecdote: The Associated Press reported in a Sept. 4, 2014, article that New Hampshire Gov. Maggie Hassan picked the ceremonial \u201cfirst apple of the season\u201d in New Hampshire at Gould Hill Farm.<\/p>\n


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