When the weather noticeably cools down and the trees start to get a tinge of copper – it’s time to plan autumn day trips! If you’re ready for apple-flavored everything, then we highly recommend visiting some of the best apple orchards in Maryland. These are some of the highest-rated in the state and are sure to infuse some autumn flair into your upcoming weekends.

1. Larriland Farm (Woodbine)
Larriland Farm Inc, 2415 Woodbine Rd, Woodbine, MD 21797, USA
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When it comes to apple picking in Maryland, no place beats Larriland Farm in Woodbine. This pick-your-own-fruit farm has bountiful fruit to choose from nearly year-round. Autumn is, of course, plentiful with apples. They also offer hayrides for a festive experience.

Let's go to Larriland Farm in Woodbine for some apple picking in Maryland in this video from Bry Cepe:
2. Rock Hill Orchard (Mount Airy)
Rock Hill Orchard & Woodbourne Creamery, 28600 Ridge Rd, Mt Airy, MD 21771, USA
Rock Hill Orchard/Facebook
This farm offers pick-your-own apples on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Be sure to also check out the homemade ice cream and pies while you're here. Delicious!
3. Baugher's Orchard & Farm (Westminster)
Baugher's Orchards & Farm, 1015 Baugher Rd, Westminster, MD 21158, USA
Baugher's Orchard & Farm/Facebook
Baugher's Orchard & Farm has a variety of fruits to pick year-round and even has an on-site restaurant with great homemade food. It truly comes alive in autumn with its apple cider, U-pick apples, and pumpkins.
4. The Orchard at Doc Waters Cidery (Germantown)
The Orchard at Doc Waters Cidery, 22711 Wildcat Rd, Germantown, MD 20876, USA
Doc Waters Cidery/Facebook
Apple lovers, rejoice! There are so many varieties of apples found here, it's difficult to choose which ones to pick (maybe try one of each). An extra special treat is that this is also a pretty wonderful cidery, so you can try a refreshing hard cider while apple picking.
5. Butler's Orchard (Germantown)
Butler's Orchard, 22222 Davis Mill Rd, Germantown, MD 20876, USA
Butler's Orchard/Google Reviews
Another Germantown orchard makes the list of places to go apple picking in Maryland, and this one offers an abundance of fruits to pick. If it's apples you seek, Butler's Orchard has a few varieties as well as festive events throughout the season.
6. Catoctin Mountain Orchard (Thurmont)
Catoctin Mountain Orchard, 15036 N Franklinville Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788, USA
Catoctin Mountain Orchard/Facebook
Catoctin Mountain Orchard includes a wagon ride to and from the pick-your-own fields. There's also a bakery on-site with mouthwatering pies.

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7. Milburn Orchards (Elkton)
Milburn Orchards, 1495 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD 21921, USA
Milburn Orchards/Facebook
Milburn Orchards has a few types of apples and the "u-pick" apples calendar changes week by week. Do not leave without trying their famous apple cider donuts. Trust us - they're delicious.

Milburn Orchards in Elkton is another of our favorite Maryland orchards for U-pick apples and other fruits throughout the year. Enjoy a tour in this video from Camille's Big Adventure:
8. Heyser Farms (Silver Spring)
Heyser Farms, Inc., 14526 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20904, USA
Heyser Farms/Facebook
This spot is home to the unique Spencerville Red Apple. They also have an old-fashioned apple press that makes some of the freshest cider you've ever tasted. We're hungry just thinking about it. Add this to your list of farms to visit in the fall in Maryland.
9. Weber's Cider Mill Farm (Parkville)
Weber's Cider Mill Farm Inc, 2526 Proctor Ln, Parkville, MD 21234, USA
Weber's Cider Mill Farm/Facebook
Weber's Cider Mill Farm is known for being quite festive during the fall season (trust us, you'll want to check out their baked goods). What many don't know is that right down the road they have a pick-your-own farm known as Weber's PeachBerry Farm. You'll definitely want to partake in their delicious apples!
10. Gardenhour Orchards (Smithsburg)
Gardenhour Orchards Inc, 22511 Gardenhour Rd, Smithsburg, MD 21783, USA
Hannah Fortune/Google Reviews
This place is located in such a pretty spot. Pick-your-own apples are available from mid-September so plan your trip today to Gardenhour Orchards in the charming town of Smithsburg.
11. Blades Orchard (Federalsburg)
Blades Orchard, 4822 Preston Rd, Federalsburg, MD 21632, USA
Blades Orchard/Facebook
The U-pick season is always bursting with flavor at Blades Orchard. After spending some time picking apples, head to the tasting room to sample some of the farm's hard cider. What a perfect treat to end an autumn day.
12. M&C Vessey Farm (Westover)
M & C Vessey Farm, 31783 Vessey Orchard Rd, Westover, MD 21871, USA
M&C Vessey Farm/Facebook
Keep things simple by visiting this charming orchard. Along with picking apples, this place also sells seasonal pumpkins, mums, and more.
13. Shaw Orchards (White Hall)
Shaw Orchards, 5594 Norrisville Rd, White Hall, MD 21161, USA
Shaw Orchards/Facebook
Nestled next to the Mason-Dixon Line, this orchard offers hayrides along with pick-your-own apples. Visit the Shaw Orchards Facebook page year-round to stay up to date on its other fruit-picking seasons.

Enjoy a virtual tour of Shaw Orchards in White Hall, MD in this video from Hendry S. Not only is it a wonderful apple orchard but you can pick your own strawberries and cherries too:

It’s a good thing there are so many wonderful orchards in Maryland. Do you have a favorite Maryland orchard you visit annually? Feel free to share your top pick with a comment!

If you’re still wondering what to do in the fall in Maryland, check out these picture-perfect autumn day trip ideas around Baltimore. For a memorable time, rent an RV and hit the road.

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Best Apple Orchards In Maryland

Elisa Regulski | September 11, 2019

Where can I go apple picking in Maryland?

Some of the best places to go apple picking in Maryland include:

 

Maryland is full of wonderful apple-picking destinations. For a full day of fun, head to Baugher's Orchard and Farm in Westminster. This lovely place is open year-round and boasts of some of the most scrumptious fruit you’ve ever tasted. After you’ve picked all the apples you can carry, enjoy a meal at the Baugher's Orchard restaurant. This eatery has an impressive menu full of delicious meals. People also love visiting Milburn Orchards in Elkton, Maryland. Their flavorful apples are unparalleled, and nothing beats their apple cider donuts.

When is the best time to visit an apple orchard in Maryland?

The best time to visit an apple orchard in Maryland is when the apples are in peak season between August and October, so those are the best months to visit an orchard. In September and October, many of Maryland’s orchards host exciting fall festivities like hayrides and corn mazes. If you want to turn your trip into an all-day adventure, plan your trip around Halloween. There’s no shortage of autumn fun you can have at these amazing Maryland apple orchards.

What are the best farms to visit in fall in Maryland?

Some of the best farms to visit in the fall in Maryland include:

 

Montpelier Farms, located in Upper Marlboro, is a wonderful farm that’s perfect for a fall day. Beginning in mid-September, this attraction hosts a splendid fall festival complete with a scarecrow workshop, pumpkin pad, and farm market. It’s the perfect outing for both kids and adults. Homestead Farm, located in Poolesville, is another lovely place to go for apple picking. This hidden gem is located in a picturesque location. It’s worth exploring just for the views alone!

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