There are several wonderful apple farms in our area and we’ve mapped them out for you in our Guide To Apple Picking In Rochester. Before you head out, visit the farm’s website for details on their hours and other activities that they offer. Many start their apple-picking season around Labor Day and some have varieties that will be ready to pick as late as November.
Top Tips For Apple Picking In Rochester For Moms
- Check the weather ahead as it may get hot. Bring some sunscreen and water along.
- You will be walking in grassy areas with the possibility of uneven paths and mud, so wear shoes instead of sandals.
- If you have a little one, bring the baby body carrier instead of the stroller.
- Some farms provide bags, but bring your own reusable bags for your apples, just in case.
- A lot of farm stands do not take cards so it is always good to have cash on hand.
Apple Farms In Rochester
Fisher’s Fruit & Christmas Tree Farm | Brockport
467 Euler Rd, Brockport, NY 14420
Market Hours: Sunday – Saturday, 9-6pm
At Fisher’s Fruit & Christmas Tree Farm, you can find over 20 varieties of apples, from late August to mid-October. They follow organic practices (though not certified organic) and also grow peaches, cherries and in the winter you can come pick out your Christmas tree.
G and S Orchards | Walworth
825 Atlantic Ave #286, Walworth, NY 14568
Market Hours: Farm Stand open Sunday – Saturday 8:30-5:30pm
U-Pick: Opening on September 7
G and S Orchards has 18 varieties of apples available during the season, from late August to early November. Starting in September, they will be open for apple picking as well as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and pumpkins.
Hurd Orchards | Holley
17260 W Ridge Rd, Holley, NY 14470
Market Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 10-3:30pm
In the fall, Hurd Orchards offers apples, raspberries, peaches and pumpkins. In September and October, their Apple Barn is open from 12:00pm-5:00pm for ‘Apple Pie in our Barn!’ where you can enjoy a la carte Apple & Apple Raspberry Pie, Chicken Pot Pie, glasses of mulled Apple Cider & more.
Kelly’s Farm Market | Hilton
659 Wilder Rd, Hilton, NY 14468
Market Hours: Monday – Friday 9-6pm, Saturday and Sunday 9-5pm
At Kelly’s Farm Market, you can pick a variety of apples as well as shop their goods at their store. Check their Facebook page for the latest news on what is ready.
Kirby’s Farm Market | Brockport
9739 W Ridge Rd, Brockport, NY 14420
Market Hours: Monday – Saturday 10-6pm, Sunday 10-5pm
U-Pick: Opening mid-September
Apple picking begins in mid-September at Kirby’s Farm Market where they have nine varieties of apples to try, from mid-September to mid-October.
Lagoner Farms | Williamson
6895 Lake Ave Williamson NY 14589
Market Hours: Monday-Thursday 9-5pm, Friday-Saturday 9-6pm, Sunday 10-6pm
U-Pick: Opening on September 14. Saturdays – Sundays 10-4pm
At Lagoner Farms, you can pick apples and enjoy their cider donuts and apple dumplings in their market store. You can also check out their Taproom and try their Embark Craft Ciderworks Hard Ciders.
Morgan’s Farm Market | Marion
3821 Cory Corners Rd, Marion, NY 14505
Market Hours: Wednesday – Thursday 10-5pm, Friday 9-6pm, Saturday – Sunday 9-5pm
U-Pick: Opening August 23
In addition to their apples, you can purchase their fresh produce at their market.
The Orchard of Victor | Victor
1640 NY-444, Victor, NY 14564
Market Hours: Saturday – Thursday 10-6pm, Friday 12-6pm
Check out their donuts at their market when you go apple picking. Check their Facebook page for the latest news.
Robb Farms | Spencerport
800 Gallup Rd, Spencerport, NY 14559
Market Hours: Sunday – Saturday 9-5pm
At Robb Farms, in addition to apple picking, you can try their blueberries, peaches and donuts. They also offer hormone and antibiotic free, farm raised beef and pork.
Schutt’s Apple Mill | Webster
1063 Plank Rd., Webster, NY 14580
Summer Market Hours: Sunday – Wednesday 9-5pm, Thursday – Saturday 9-9pm
U-Pick: 10-4pm
At Schutt’s Apple Mill, they grow 16 varieties of apples which you can pick from mid-August to late October. They also offer cherries, raspberries, apple cider and fried cakes. At their market store, you can also check out their taproom where you can find their own hard ciders.
West Wind Farm at Blue Barn Cidery | Hilton
928 Manitou Road Hilton, NY 14468
Fall Market Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 9-5pm, Closed Mondays
U-Pick: Opening September 1
Enjoy picking apples on this expansive farm. In late September, you can also pick pumpkins and explore their corn maze. Check out the tasting room at the Blue Barn Cidery for local ciders.
Whittier Fruit Farm | North Chili
219 Whittier Rd, Rochester, NY 14624
Market Hours: Monday – Friday 10-6pm, Saturday – Sunday 10-5pm
U-Pick: Opening August 23
At Whittier Fruit Farm, they grow 32 varieties of apples. On weekends in October, you can also pick pumpkins.
Wickham Farms | Penfield
1315 Sweets Corners Rd, Penfield, NY 14526
Hours: Thursday – Tuesday 10-7pm, Closed Wednesdays
U-Pick: Opening late August
At Wickham Farms, they grow 12 varieties of apples. You can also enjoy their fun farm attractions including pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn mazes and more. Check their website for admission pricing.
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