Apple Picking in Connecticut 2026

📍 Norfolk, CT

CSA runs 10 and 20 weeks weeks. Share sizes offered: Full, Half, Single. CSA type: Fruit/Vegetable, chestnuts.

💵 The 2026 CSA member agreement gives a full share at $650.00, which the orchard puts at roughly $31 to $33 a week, and a half share at $325.00. Apples are $12.50 for a half peck handle bag holding about 5 pounds ($2.50 a pound), $24.00 for a peck handle bag holding about 10 pounds ($2.40 a pound) and $90.00 for a bushel container holding about 40 pounds ($2.25 a pound).

📍 Washington Depot, CT

The farm says its stand is closed for the season and reopens August 15, 2026, open 9:30am to 5:30pm daily, rain or shine. It has added a corn maze adjacent to the orchard, with tickets at the stand, and runs Food Truck Saturdays.

💵 The orchard's own 2026 pick your own prices are $14 for a half peck (about 5 lbs), $26 for a peck (about 10 lbs) and $44 for a half bushel (about 20 lbs). A previously recorded admission of $12 for ages 13 and up, $7 for ages 5 to 12 and free under 5 was not repeated on the farm's own site when we read it.

ℹ️ In the farm's own words: "We do what we can to minimize hazards, but we are in the country, so come prepared for sun, insects, and possible poison ivy (sandals and flip flops not recommended)! Do a tick check after picking." Open 9:30-5:30 daily.

📍 Wallingford, CT

The orchard's own site says pick your own 2026 begins August 22.

🌱 USDA organic (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Facilities listed: hand washing station(s). Payment listed: cash.

📍 Bethel, CT

The orchard's own site says it reopens Labor Day weekend, September 5, and that "apple picking usually runs through the end of October and varieties change each week". Cider pressing begins on the first of September, alongside cider donuts, pies, dessert bread, honey, maple syrup and jam made from the farm's own fruit. It also runs a seasonal pumpkin patch with pick your own pumpkins.

ℹ️ The orchard asks you to call for orchard and farm market hours and to read the rules on its Pick Your Own and On the Farm pages. It says it can no longer provide wagon rides, citing rising fuel and insurance costs and the difficulty of finding skilled drivers, and that tailgating and picnicking are not allowed in its parking lots.

📍 Eastford, CT

The orchard says pick your own peaches and blueberries are available now, and that its summer hours are Monday 8am to 7pm, Tuesday to Friday 8am to 5pm and Saturday 8am to 3pm, closed Sunday. Its Annual Harvest Festival is held on the Saturday and Monday of Columbus Day weekend, 10am to 4pm, with hayrides to apple and pumpkin picking, live music and a chicken barbecue. Its Annual Trunk or Treat is the last Sunday of October, and the farm gives the 2026 date as Sunday October 25.

🌱 USDA organic (farm's own description)

ℹ️ A family owned and operated farm in Eastford serving the community since 1889, with pick your own strawberries, blueberries, peaches, apples and pumpkins. Facilities listed: picnic areas with tables. Payment listed: cash, debit card and credit card.

📍 Ashford, CT

The orchard publishes pick your own peaches in August and blueberries from July, and says to anticipate an array of apple varieties in the fall of 2026 including Sansa, Crimson Crisp, Winecrisp, Ashmead's Kernel, Roxbury Russet, Arkansas Black, Baldwin, Northern Spy and Golden Russet. Its 2026 calendar includes opening day on August 15, an evening event on September 25 from 6:30pm to 9pm, an event on October 2 with an October 3 rain date, and an October 11 event Sunday 9am to 5pm with live music from the Still Pickin' Band 11am to 2pm and an October 12 rain date 10am to 4pm.

💵 The orchard charges a $20 entry fee per car, paid at the gate, and asks visitors to be prepared to pay cash. Yoga sessions are prepaid in the farm shop at $25 a class.

ℹ️ The orchard is closed Monday and Tuesday and asks you to arrive at least 20 minutes before closing for pick your own. In its own words it specialises in "a diverse selection of apples, including heirloom and cider varieties, as well as peaches, nectarines, and blueberries", with both u-pick and a farm shop, plus clip your own flowers.

📍 Southington, CT

The state map lists this stand as open year round. The farm's own site says 2026 pick your own apples begins in late August. It is open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm from April 1st through December 23rd, with winter hours from January through March of Saturday and Sunday only, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Pick your own in September and October is Saturday and Sunday only, weather permitting, 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM, and the pumpkin patch is open daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

💵 A half bushel of 20 to 25 pounds is $42.00 and a peck of about 12 pounds is $22.00.

ℹ️ Winter farm stand: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additional hours: January, February & March we are open Thursday through Sunday. April 1st we go back to 7 days until 12/23.

📍 Middlefield, CT

CSA runs 16 weeks weeks. Share sizes offered: Full, Half. CSA type: Fruit/Vegetable. The orchard's own site publishes a 2026 Sunflower Maze with more than 350,000 sunflowers and a Winnie-the-Pooh centennial design, and says $1 of every admission supports Connecticut Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

💵 Picking prices as the orchard publishes them: $16 per half peck bag, $26 per peck bag, $47 per half bushel bag and $11 per quart container.

ℹ️ Open 7 days a week.

📍 East Lyme, CT

The farm says it is open for the 2026 season, with store hours of open daily 8AM to 6PM, and that pick your own 2026 starts with strawberries in June.

📍 Guilford, CT

CSA runs 18 Weeks weeks. Share sizes offered: Full, Half. CSA type: Fruit/Vegetable. Open June - September.

ℹ️ FALL FESTIVAL, 9/5 - 11/1, OPEN DAILY, 10AM-5PM - BUY Tickets here TO SAVE!

📍 Enfield, CT

The Connecticut Grown map lists it under Farms and Farm Stands/Stores. In the farm's own words on the state map: "A unique destination farm, offering pick-your-own on a wide range of crops including apples, blueberries, raspberries, many vegetables, flowers, and herbs. CSA, farm stand sales, and on-line store are all available as well. Winter production in high tunnels allows for year-round sales".

📍 Cheshire, CT

The Connecticut Grown map lists it under Agritourism and Farm Stands/Stores. In the farm's own words on the state map: "Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, Hickory Hill Orchard is a place where nature's beauty and family traditions come together. We're proud to grow the freshest, most flavorful apples, but it's the experience we offer that makes us truly special. Whether you're picking apples, enjoying a stroll through the orchard, or exploring our market, we invite you to unwind, savor the moment, and become part of our story. Here, every visit is an opportunity to create memories, share in the bounty of the land, and experience the simple joys of farm life".

📍 Ellington, CT

The Connecticut Grown map lists it under Farm Stands/Stores and Farms. In the farm's own words on the state map: "U-pick orchard (apples, peaches, & pumpkins) at 13 Schoolhouse Road in Ellington with pumpkin patch, corn maze, and wagon rides in the fall. Two retail stores open mid-late July thru Christmas. Stores located at 185 West Road in Ellington and at 244 Hartford Turnpike in Tolland".

Verified 2026-08-27 against portal.ct.gov and ctgrownmap.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

📍 S Glastonbury, CT

The Connecticut Grown map lists it under Farm Stands/Stores and Farm Wineries. In the farm's own words on the state map: "Small family-owned farm and winery. Enjoy a flight, glass or share a bottle of our natural farm wines and hard ciders at our outdoor seating areas around the farm and vineyard. All wines and cider are made from grapes, berries and fruit grown on the farm. No sulfites added. No reservations needed. Dogs allowed. Visit our farm stand where all the produce we sell is grown on the farm. Pick your own berries, apples and sunflowers in season".

📍 Pomfret Center, CT

The orchard says its stand opens in mid July and closes for the season on December 24, open 7 days a week 10:00am to 6:00pm. It gives blueberries mid July, apples September 1 and pumpkins October 1, with family fun on the farm every Saturday, Sunday and Monday and an event from 12:00 to 4:00 every Sunday in September and October.

ℹ️ Winter farm stand: 7 Days, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Additional hours: 10:00-6:00 daily.

📍 West Granby, CT

The Connecticut Grown map lists it under Farms and Livestock. In the farm's own words on the state map: "Registered herd of Hereford cattle, apple orchard,eggs".

Verified 2026-08-27 against portal.ct.gov and ctgrownmap.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

📍 Woodstock, CT

The Connecticut Grown map lists it under Farms and Farm Stands/Stores. In the farm's own words on the state map: "At Woodstock Orchards LLC, we are dedicated to cultivating a sustainable and thriving family-owned farm and bakery that nourishes our community with fresh produce and wholesome baked goods. Our vision is to create a harmonious environment where the traditions of farming and baking are preserved, Enjoy our farm fresh apples from August through mid to end May along with our own pressed apple cider! We are open every day! Please come and see us!!".

📍 Plainsfield, CT

Products listed: Vegetables, Fruit, Pick Your Own, Pick your own apples only.

ℹ️ Where the farm says customers can find it: Stonington Farmers market, Coventry farmers market, Denison farmers market in mystic. Hours: No.

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

📍 Gales Ferry, CT

Fourth generation family farm located on 50 acres in the Thames River Valley. Featuring a year-round farmers market and bakery, plus a premier destination for pick your own blueberries, raspberries, peaches, pears, apples, and pumpkins. Award-winning wines and hard ciders with seasonal tastings available.

ℹ️ Listed on CTvisit, the Connecticut Office of Tourism directory, under Pick-Your-Own & Farm Experiences, the category the state uses for farms the public can visit.

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