Apple Picking in California 2026

📍 Yucaipa, CA

The ranch says its 2026 season begins Labor Day weekend, with the corn maze opening September 20. Its published seasons are berries May to October, apples August to November and pumpkins September to October, and it says Macintosh apples are available now for u-pick. Hours are 9am to 5pm seven days a week from Labor Day to Thanksgiving and 10am to 5pm Wednesday to Sunday from Thanksgiving to Labor Day, subject to change in bad weather. Berry Season: May-October. Apple Season: August-November.

💵 In the ranch's own words: "We do not require reservations. There is NO parking fee or admission fee." U-pick apples are sold by the pound.

ℹ️ Check in at the u-pick tent on the north side of the farm or in the tent store for orchard information before picking. Gates open at 8:30 and the ranch advises arriving early for parking. It runs an Apple Butter Festival, and warns that October and November get cold on the ranch. Monday - 10am-5pm OPEN LABOR DAY.

📍 Mentone, CA

The farm's own site says the pumpkin patch begins October 1, 2026, the haunted hayride starts October 9, 2026, and the lighted hayride runs December 1 through December 23. It is open daily 9:00am to 6:00pm except during holiday night events, and says you can choose your Christmas tree any time after September, with pick your own cutting or pre-cut trees.

💵 In the farm's own words: "Parking & Admission are ALWAYS FREE" and "NO ADMISSION FEE, NO PARKING FEE, to come and enjoy Greenspot Farms Christmas festivities and to see Santa." Haunted hayride tickets are $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for children, sold from 7:00pm with no pre-sale.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: hay rides, petting zoo, pumpkin patch. Open Daily 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

📍 Wheatland, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Pumpkin patch last week in Sept thru Oct 31. Sun-Thurs 9-6; Fri & Sat 9-7. We are open daily from September 4-November 15, 2026.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: hay rides, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, train rides. Now open for our 54th Harvest! Open 7 days a week until 11/15/26.

📍 Littlerock, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: June 15-Oct. 30, 8am-5pm. Closed Mondays.

📍 Llano, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Saturday & Sunday 8 - 2 in season and by appointment.

📍 Murrieta, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: June 1 to July 2.

ℹ️ Directions the farm gives the USDA directory: Exit West off the 15 freeway at Clinton Keith road, Turn Right on Tenaja Road. Go 1.7 miles. Turn left on Harkey Circle. Follow Harkey Circle to the end where you will see Avenida Presa , turn left and pass through a white fence where you will see parking and the Raspberry field.

📍 Oak Glen, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: 10 AM until dusk. Weekends in Oct through Mid-Nov.

🌱 USDA organic (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Directions the farm gives the USDA directory: Located on the scenic loop of Oak Glen between Los Rios and Rileys. Facilities listed: hand washing station(s). Payment listed: cash, personal checks, debit card/credit card.

📍 Oak Glen, CA

The farm publishes u-pick open to the public and to schools, with Saturday activities through September and October and a colonial menu served Wednesday to Saturday.

📍 Oak Glen, CA

The University of California agritourism directory lists direct sales here as: agriculture-related gifts/crafts, farm stand, fresh produce, U-pick. Products as published in that directory: apples blackberries pumpkins. The directory describes it this way: There is something wonderful about farm living and that's why at Stone Soup Farm, we engage in preserving a heritage community through heirloom growing, historical educational programs and artisan workshops.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: festivals and fairs, games, races and contests, petting zoo, picnic or play area.

📍 Julian, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Fri-Sun 9am-5pm, Sept-Oct.

📍 Templeton, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Open seasonally. Please check out website for exact dates and hours of operation.

💵 Guided tastings of honey, olive oil, balsamic vinegars and pure maple syrup are $6. Goat feed is $2.99 a bag, and the animal area has a $15 per person entry fee, with discounted family punch passes available.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: picnic or play area, pumpkin patch, special events.

📍 Cambria, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Thursday - Sunday, Jan - Dec.

📍 Atascadero, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: June, July and October open daily during season of produce.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: petting zoo, pumpkin patch.

📍 San Luis Obispo, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Everyday 11:00am to 5:00pm August through December.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: festivals and fairs, games, races and contests, hay rides, picnic or play area, pumpkin patch, special events.

📍 Watsonville, CA

The University of California agritourism directory lists direct sales here as: agriculture-related gifts/crafts, on-farm sales, U-pick. Products as published in that directory: Pies, fresh berries, apples, jams, apple products, U-pick, gift shop.

ℹ️ Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: 9am-5pm, Daily. On-farm activities the directory lists: festivals and fairs.

📍 Lodi, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: May 1- October 15 daily 9:30 am - 5 pm.

📍 Davis, CA

The University of California agritourism directory lists direct sales here as: U-pick. Products as published in that directory: U-pick berries, apples, peaches, apricots, cherries, pumpkins, gourds, and ornamental corn; petting zoo and school tours.

ℹ️ Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Call for hours. On-farm activities the directory lists: petting zoo.

📍 Petaluma, CA

The ranch's own site says its u-pick season starts on Sunday the 14th of September, with reservations required and opening at 9am on Monday, September 1st. The site labels this the 2025 season.

📍 Sebastopol, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Mid-August through Halloween by appointment.

💵 A non-refundable entry fee of $35 a group of up to 4 people, with an additional $7.50 per person on arrival for larger groups; children age 3 and under are free. Blackberries are charged per basket at $8 a basket for 2 people, apples are $4 a pound and Asian pears in the store are $6 a pound.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: pumpkin patch, special events.

📍 Camino, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Weekends, open in October. Weekdays call for appt.

📍 Camino, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Weekends, mid Sept to end of Oct, 10 AM - 5 PM.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: pumpkin patch.

📍 Placerville, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Friday - Sunday April - Mid December 11 am - 5 pm; closed mid-December through March.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: special events.

📍 Pollock Pines, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: June - December, Thursday-Monday 9-4:30.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: picnic or play area, pumpkin patch, special events.

📍 Camino, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: wknds 9-3, June-blueberries, Sept. thru Oct.-apples,wkdays. call for appt.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: picnic or play area.

📍 Garden Valley, CA

The University of California agritourism directory lists direct sales here as: agriculture-related gifts/crafts, Christmas trees, farm stand, fresh produce, meals, processed food, juice, oil, U-pick, wine tasting, wine, beer. Products as published in that directory: wine grapes and apples in season. The directory describes it this way: Wine Tasting, Apple picking, tours, over nite accommodations, event center.

ℹ️ Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: We are open by appointment.

📍 Philo, CA

Hours as published in the University of California agritourism directory: Jan.-May 8:30-5:30, June-Aug. 8:30-7:00, Sep. & Oct. 8:30-6:00, Nov. & Dec. 8:30-5:30.

ℹ️ On-farm activities the directory lists: festivals and fairs, hay rides, pumpkin patch.

📍 Tehachapi, CA

🌱 USDA organic (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service On-Farm Market Directory, which lists farms selling their own products to the public at or near the farm. Production methods the farm reports to the directory: Organic (USDA Certified). On site, the farm reports: Hand washing station(s), Picnic areas with tables. Payment the farm reports taking: Cash. Directions the farm gives the USDA directory: (corner Tucker Rd & Cherry Ln)located 1 mile off Hwy 58. Facilities listed: hand washing station(s), picnic areas with tables.

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📍 Montgomery Creek, CA

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service On-Farm Market Directory, which lists farms selling their own products to the public at or near the farm.

Verified 2026-08-28 against usdalocalfoodportal.com and usdalocalfoodportal.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

📍 Camino, CA

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Agritourism Directory, which lists farms that welcome visitors on to the farm.

Verified 2026-08-28 against usdalocalfoodportal.com and usdalocalfoodportal.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

📍 Julian, CA

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Agritourism Directory, which lists farms that welcome visitors on to the farm.

Verified 2026-08-28 against usdalocalfoodportal.com and usdalocalfoodportal.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

📍 Julian, CA

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Agritourism Directory, which lists farms that welcome visitors on to the farm.

Verified 2026-08-28 against usdalocalfoodportal.com and usdalocalfoodportal.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

📍 Riverside, CA

Sales outlets as listed in the CAFF farm directory: U-Pick. Products as listed there: Cara Cara oranges, Washington Navels, Tangerines, Golden Nuggets, grapefruits (white, yellow, pink), Pomelos, Kumquats, Meyer Lemons, White Zapote, Mangos, Figs, Pomegranates, Pears, Apples, Peaches, Macadamia Nuts, Avocado (Hass, Reed) The farm describes itself this way: Our small organic Orchard of 180 fruit and nut trees overlooks the green belt in Riverside. We are primarily a U-Pick farm and have a discovery play space in our barn utilized by families and local organizations for community-minded programs.

🌱 no-till (farm's own description)

📍 Alameda, CA

Sales outlets as listed in the CAFF farm directory: CSA, Online, U-Pick. Products as listed there: Strawberries, Mulberries, Apples, Stone Fruit, Asparagus, Honey, Flowers and many more seasonal fruits and vegetables The farm describes itself this way: APC Farm2Market is a small, diversified working urban farm and a social enterprise of Alameda Point Collaborative. We use our passion for community, food and the environment to support APC residents as they move toward economic self-sufficiency and greater health and wellness. Our farm employs APC residents to work with staff and volunteers to produce delicious, nutritious fruits and veggies, raw honey and beautiful flowers. Proceeds from our CSA membership program are used to help sustain APC's supportive housing

🌱 no-till, regenerative (farm's own description)