These 10 Charming Apple Orchards In Washington Are Great For A Fall Day
By Jessica Wick|Updated on August 07, 2023(Originally published August 27, 2019)
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Jessica Wick is a writer and travel enthusiast who loves exploring new places, meeting new people and, of course, beautiful Big Sky Country and every part of Washington State.
We’re in the heart of apple season here in Washington, a beautiful time of year for anyone who loves the delicious fruit our state is known for. And if you’ve ever been to Washington apple farms, you know how fun it is and how delicious they are fresh from the tree. If you haven’t, there’s still time to visit one of our local orchards. These 10 are some of the best apple orchards in Washington.
1. Apple Creek Orchards, Ferndale
Apple Creek Orchard, 5524 W 185th St, Faribault, MN 55021, USA
Editors note: Apple Creek Orchards are permanently closed
Apple Creek Orchards is open daily from 10-5 for you to pick your own Jonagold, Melrose, Mutsu, Gala and Snow Sweet apples for $15 per 5-gallon bucket or $0.75/pound. If you're wondering what to do in fall in Washington, this is a great start. Address: 5367 Barr Road, Ferndale, WA, 98248.
You can pick Jongagold, Gala and Honeycrisp apples at the Farm at Swan's Trail. October is an especially fun time to visit since they also have wagon rides, duck races, a corn maze and a pumpkin patch. Address: 7301 Rivershore Road, Snohomish, WA, 98290.
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3. Ray French Orchard, Richland
Ray French Orchard, 921 Harvest Lane PR NE, Richland, WA 99352, USA
You can pick all kinds of fruit at Ray French Orchard, and right now the apple picking is in full swing. They had a light crop this year, so plan to head there very soon or put them on your list for next fall. Address: 921 Harvest Lane PR Northeast, Richland, WA, 99352.
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4. Bill’s Berry Farm, Grandview
Bill's Berry Farm, 12759 AR-265, Prairie Grove, AR 72753, USA
Every weekend in October, Bill's opens for their annual Apple Festival. Once you've picked your apples, you can pick out your family's pumpkins for Halloween. Address: 3674 North County Line Road, Grandview, WA, 98930.
5. Green Bluff High Country Orchard, Colbert
High Country Orchard - A Greenbluff Farm and Wedding Venue, 8518 E Greenbluff Rd, Colbert, WA 99005, USA
This is an exquisite place to go apple picking in Washington. High Country offers u-pick fruit through most of the year, and they're also known for their beautiful gift shop full of country decor and homemade jam. They're open daily from 9-5. Address: 8518 East Greenbluff Road, Colbert, WA, 99005.
Get your Honeycrisp, Early Gold and Jonagold fix from Smith's Hilltop Orchard, which you'll find in the Green Bluff area. They might be home of the one pound peach, but their apples certainly aren't puny. Address: 9423 East Greenbluff Road, Colbert, WA, 99005.
7. BelleWood Farms, Bellingham
Bellewood Farms, 6140 WA-539 #3, Lynden, WA 98264, USA
BelleWood Farms is a working farm that offers pick-your-own apples in one of the largest apple orchards in western Washington. Harvest runs through the end of October, and you'll have around 20 varieties of apples to choose from. Add this to your list of farms to visit in fall in Washington. Address: 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden, WA, 98264.
8. Wilson Banner Ranch, Clarkston
Wilson Banner Ranch, 16397 US-12, Clarkston, WA 99403, USA
Wilson Banner Ranch uses natural growing practices and has an on-site cider mill (yum!). They often have "all you can pick" apples on special throughout October. Address: Wilson Banner Ranch, Clarkston, WA, 99403.
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9. Lattin’s Country Cider Mill & Farm, Olympia
Lattin's Country Cider Mill and Farm, 9402 Rich Rd SE, Olympia, WA 98501, USA
Lattin’s is open year-round and holds an Apple Festival the last weekend of September and every weekend in October with games, tractor-drawn wagon rides and visits with farm animals. They pick the apples for you here, and they've got plenty of fresh cider for you to sample. Address: 9402 Rich Road Southeast, Olympia, WA, 98501.
10. Jones Creek Farms, Sedro Woolley
Jones Creek Farms, 32260 Burrese Rd, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284, USA
Jones Creek Farms offers more than 80 varieties of u-pick apples from August to November. Their crops ripened very early this year, however, so you may want to visit as soon as possible. Address: 32260 Burrese Road, Sedro-Woolley, WA, 98284.
What are your favorite apple farms in Washington?
Nothing says autumn in Washington like apple picking… except walking through one of our charming pumpkin patches.
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Where can I go apple picking in Washington?
Washington produces 60 percent of the nation’s apples, so there are plenty of places to find delicious fruit in this great state:
Visitors always have a blast at The Farm at Swan’s Trail. In the fall, this lovely apple orchard has tons of family activities. Gather up your loved ones and spend a day embarking on hayrides, exploring a corn maze, and picking out pumpkins.
Ray French Orchard, located in Richland, is another beloved apple orchard in Washington. When their apples are in season, they are crisp and flavorful.
When is the best time to visit an apple orchard in Washington?
The most scrumptious apples can be found in late summer and fall. Plan your apple orchard trips for September and October. Not only will you get to devour the most amazing fruit, but you’ll also be able to partake in seasonal activities like train rides and pumpkin carving. This is also the perfect time of year to sip on a hot cup of apple cider. Nothing screams “fall” like an apple cider donut!
What are the best farms to visit in fall in Washington?
Hoehn Bend Farm
Bill's Berry Farm
Hoehn Bend Farm is one of the best farms to visit in fall in Washington. Not only is this farm perfect for a day trip, but it’s also an incredible place to spend a night. Guests can lay their heads on plush beds inside a turn-of-the-century farmhouse. While you’re there, you can feed the animals and collect fresh eggs. People also love visiting Bill’s Berry Farm in Grandview. Every weekend in October, this local farm has a massive pumpkin patch. You won’t want to miss out on their exciting apple festival either.