27 Orchards for Apple Picking Near Boston (MAP)

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In addition to picking apples, some farms might offer kid-friendly activities like petting farms, play areas or pumpkin patches. Check directly with each farm's website or social media for updates on when you can pick apples and which varieties are available.

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    Farmer Dave's

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Farmer Dave's offers apple picking at Hill Orchard and Farmer Dave’s Home Farm. Hayrides will be available during select times.

    Westford, MA

    Parlee Farms

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Parlee Farms offers pumpkins of all sizes in their pumpkin patch, and over 20 varieties of pick-your-own apples on their dwarf trees. Other farm fun during the season includes the hay play area comprised of large hay bales arranged in a maze pattern, young children can take a spin around the track on one of the electric tractors and the whole family will love feeding and petting over 70 young farm animals including the goats high up near the trees!

    Tyngsborough, MA

    C.N. Smith Farm

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Apple picking is the most popular event at the farm and they offer a huge variety of apples to choose from. You can pick your own pumpkins from the fields or choose from a selection of already picked pumpkins at the farm stand. In order to pick pumpkins, visitors must take the hayride to the fields. Cider donuts are baked fresh and sold at the farm store along with apple cider, fruits, vegetables and fall decorations. Stop to visit with the farm's horse, chicks, goats and other animals as part of your visit as well.

    East Bridgewater, MA

    Boston Hill Farm

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  On weekends beginning mid-September through the end of October, the farm runs fall festivals which include apple picking, pumpkin picking, a petting zoo, live music, ice cream, cider donuts, BBQ and more! Hayrides to the apple picking are offered and during picking season dogs are allowed in the orchards as long as they are leashed.

    North Andover, MA

    Smolak Farms

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  This 300 year old farm is a local favorite and features apple picking 7 days a week in season. Each weekend in September and October they have a Fall Festival which includes apple picking, hay rides, farm animals, cider donuts, and one of the best pumpkin patches in the Boston area. They also have a children's amusement area which includes activities such as face painting, spin art, duck races, mini hay maze and a super slide!

    North Andover, MA

    Rogers Spring Hill Farm

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Pick your own pumpkins and apples along with free hayrides and a kids picnic and play area.

    Haverhill, MA

    Brooksby Farm

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  After picking your apples make sure to visit the farm animals and browse the holiday-themed farm store.

    Peabody, MA

    Ingaldsby Farm

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  In addition to apple picking, this smaller farm offers a play area for young children, farm animals to visit and scenic grounds to explore. Orchard is cash only.

    Boxford, MA

    Connemara House Farm

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Connemara House Farm is a 36-acre farm and offers a variety of pick your own apples on weekends during September and October.

    Topsfield, MA

    Connors Farm

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  If you want to do some apple or pumpkin picking and combine it with a day full of fun activities and attractions perfect for the whole family, then Connors Farm is the destination! Just a sample of the activities available include a 7-acre corn maze, cornhole, zipline, pumpkin chucking, hayrides, baby animals, and pumpkin bowling.

    Danvers, MA

    Russell Orchards

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  Enjoy a day in the country at this beautiful farm and winery featuring their unique fruit wines. Other things to do include visiting the adorable farm animals, exploring the interactive fruit garden, shop for local produce, honey and eggs at the farm store and purchase food to enjoy lunch in their scenic hillside picnic area.

    Ipswich, MA

    Cider Hill Farm

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    Amanda Banta said:  Dive into the fall spirit with pick-your-own pumpkins and apples at Cider Hill Farm. The farm also offers kid-friendly activities, including visiting and feeding the farm animals.

    Amesbury, MA

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