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Philadelphia Apple Picking Fun: Your Ultimate Guide to Local Orchards

Where to find pick-your-own apples in the Philadelphia Area

By Tina Lazicki August 21, 2024

It's apple-picking time in Philadelphia! Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, the Philadelphia area has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking spots around Philadelphia. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!


Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms in the Philadelphia Area


Shady Brook Farm

Location: 931 Stony Hill Rd., Yardley, PA 19067

Details:

Shady Brook Farm has it all, apple picking, a pub, garden center, and their annual FallFest celebration, which opens September 13, 2024. During FallFest, in addition to apple picking, the kids can find their way through the 4 acre corn maze, pick pumpkins, take wagon rides, listen to live music and visit the sunflower fields.  Visit their website for more information and to purchase tickets.  

Hours are 11 AM - 10 PM Friday and Saturday, 11 AM - 9 PM on Sundays

More Information:  https://shadybrookfarm.com/


Highland Orchards

Location: 1000 Marshallton-Thorndale Rd., West Chester, PA 19380

Details: 

A 5 acre corn maze, apple cannons, hayrides, and more are offered at this farm located in West Chester, PA.  There is also a farm market and bakery to buy some treats after a day of apple picking (be sure to buy the apple cider donuts!). And for the adults in the group, a beer garden open on Saturdays and Sundays.  

Open Tuesday - Friday 9 AM - 6 PM, Saturday and Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM

More Information:  https://highlandorchards.net/


Linvilla Orchards

Location: 137 West Knowlton Road, Media, PA 19063

Details: With enough activities to keep the little ones busy, Linvilla Orchards is a great day trip for apple picking!  With fishing, barnyard animals, a playground, and a farm market and garden center, Linvella has something for everyone in your group!  Open Sunday - Thursday 8 AM - 6 PM, Friday and Saturday 8 AM - 6 PM.

More Information:  https://www.linvilla.com/


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!. 

Looking for ideas on what to do with your just-picked apples? Check out these recipes — favorites of Macaroni KID families: