It's apple-picking time in the Amherst Northampton area! Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, the Amherst Northampton area has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking spots in the Amherst Northampton area. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!
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Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms in Northampton Amherst area
Quonquont Farm
Location: 9 North St Whatley MA
Details: They are open for apple (as well as blueberries and flowers when in season) picking 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday (Closed on Mondays). On days when we have weddings (usually Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), picking will end at 3:30 (picking must be completed by that time). varieties of apples currently include: Mollies, Galas, Jonagolds, McIntosh, Cortlands, Macouns, Empires. Price is by weight. They have a farm store.
More Information: https://quonquont.com/
Apex Orchards
Location: 225 Peckville Road, Shelburne MA
Details: Open 10-4 August-October, Currently picking: Royal Gala, McIntosh, Cortland, Honeycrisp and possibly peaches. Check page for many events they're attending. They have a farm store. No prices listed.
More Information: https://apexorchards.com/pick-your-own/
Kielbasa Orchards
Location: 290 Bay Rd. Hadley MA
Details: Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 to 5:00 (weekends only) for apples and peaches, $10 a 1/2 peck, $17 a peck, $ 30 a 1/2 bushel, McIntosh, Cortland, and Empires.
More Information: https://kielbasaorchards.com/pick-your-own-apples
Pine Hill Orchards
Location: 248 Greenfield Rd Colrain MA
Details: 10-5 Saturday and Sunday and Holiday Mondays, trailer will pick up at the farm store
More Information: https://www.pinehillorchards.com/p/19/Pick-Your-Own-Apples
Make the Most of Your Apple-Picking Adventure
Don't forget to bring along some essentials like a sturdy basket, comfortable shoes, and a camera to capture those picture-perfect moments picking apples in {Town}.
Looking for ideas on what to do with your just-picked apples? Check out these recipes — favorites of Macaroni KID families:
