Apple picking is one of those easy fall outings the whole family can enjoy, and Long Island has plenty of farms to choose from. Here are some of the best spots for picking apples, grabbing seasonal treats, and enjoying a day on the farm.
At a Glance:
- Apple picking starts as early as late August at some farms.
- Most farms are located on the North Fork and in the Hamptons.
- Check ahead for current picking conditions, hours, and available varieties.
Nothing tastes better than farm-fresh produce any time of year. During the fall, apple picking is a great way to get your family outside together, support local businesses, and promote a healthy lifestyle.
Long Island has several farms to choose from when it comes to this beloved fall activity. Check out the list below to start planning your next outing.
Some farms had an unusually cold spring, which affected the apple-growing season, so it’s a good idea to check ahead if you’re looking for a specific variety.
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A Guide to Great Apple Picking Spots on Long Island
Breeze Hill Farm
31215 County Road – Route 48, Peconic, NY
(631) 876 – 5159
Located on the North Fork of Long Island in Peconic, Breeze Hill Farm features over 75 acres of sprawling apple orchards. Honey Crisp, Granny Smith, and Fuji are only a few of the 26 varieties of apples offered here.
After you’re done picking, you can enjoy some sweet treats from Breeze Hill’s farm stand, like apple cider donuts or freshly baked pies.
Wickham’s Fruit Farm
28700 Route 25, Cutchogue, NY
(631) 734 – 6441
Wickham’s Bicentennial Fruit Farm is a great place to take your family for apple picking from September through November, every Monday through Saturday. This farm is on a beautiful waterfront property in Cutchogue, NY.
Wickham’s Fruit Farm also has gift boxes of fresh farm-fresh apples, jam, and honey that you can send to someone special.
Milk Pail U-Pick Farm
50 Horsemill Ln, Water Mill, NY
(631) 537 – 2565
If you’re looking for a fun option near the Hamptons for apple picking, the Milk Pail U-Pick Farm is the perfect spot to check out. This farm grows dwarf apple trees, making picking easy for all ages.
In addition to having apples during the fall, pumpkins, gourds, and squash are also available for picking. Apple picking season is from Labor Day weekend through October. Drop in on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and select holidays.
Seven Ponds Orchard
65 7 Ponds Rd, Water Mill, NY
(631) 726 – 8015
Seven Ponds Orchard in Water Mill is another great place to head to for u-pick apples, freshly baked goods, and produce this fall. From September 1 through November 25, Seven Ponds Orchard offers a wide selection of apples to choose from.
For more information on picking conditions, check the farm’s social media pages for regular updates.
Lewin Farms
812 Sound Ave, Calverton, NY
(631) 929 – 4327
You can pick apples and enjoy beautiful scenery when you stop by Lewin Farms in Calverton, NY. This family farm is now in its fourth generation.
After you’re done picking apples, check out the annual Lewin Farms corn maze for some extra fun from September through late October. Apple picking opens late August through late October, depending on the size of the crop.
Harbes Family Farm and Orchard
5698 Sound Ave, Riverhead, NY
(631) 482 – 7641
Bring your family on over to Riverhead and enjoy all that Harbes Family Farm and Orchard have to offer this fall.
Harbes Orchard offers over 27 different varieties of apples to choose from. In addition to apple picking, you can also pick pumpkins, go on a hayride, or navigate through a corn maze.
Hank’s Pumpkintown
240 Montauk Hwy, Water Mill, NY
(631) 726 – 4667
Hank’s Pumpkintown in Water Mill offers apple picking every Saturday and Sunday and school holidays, from September until November 1st.
After you’re done gathering delicious apples, there’s so many other fun things for your little ones to do on the weekends, including duck races, a jump pad, a fifty-foot tube slide, calf milking, and so much more.
Woodside Orchards
729 Route 25, Aquebogue, NY
(631) 722 – 5770
Starting September 19 through the end of October, apple picking is happening at Woodside Orchards! Woodside Orchards grows 28 varieties of apples throughout the season. Tasting room is open on weekends for samples and baked goods.
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