Chances are you fall in one of two categories: You’re soaking up the last moments of the summer sun or you’re eager for all things pumpkin spice. If you’re the latter, we have some exciting news for you: The apple orchards are starting to open and picking season has commenced.
We’ve rounded up 10+ apple orchards within driving distance of Greenville (with options for you to pick or just pick-up) so you can get your fix of apples, apple cider, and — everyone’s favorite — apple cider doughnuts.
Pro tip: Bookmark this map so you have a bushel of apple picking options at your fingertips.
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Sky Top Orchard, 1193 Pinnacle Mountain Rd., Zirconia, NC | ~35 miles from Greenville | This fan-favorite spot is open for the season starting August 1.
Jeter Mountain Farm, 1126 Jeter Mountain Rd., Hendersonville, NC | ~45 miles from Greenville | You can always check Jeter Mountain’s website to see what fruit is available for picking each weekend.
Justus Orchard, 187 Garren Rd., Hendersonville, NC | ~45 miles from Greenville | This fourth-generation orchard and farm also has a taproom on site.
Grandad’s Apples, 2951 Chimney Rock Rd., Hendersonville, NC | ~45 miles from Greenville | Mix-and-match pre-picked apple varieties or u-pick + enjoy fun fall weekend festivities like a corn maze.
Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard, 170 Stepp Orchard Dr., Hendersonville, NC | ~45 miles from Greenville | This dog-friendly orchard features fun farm activities + a farm market and is expected to open in August.
Chattooga Belle Farm, 454 Damascus Church Rd., Long Creek, SC | ~60 miles from Greenville | Pro tip: Check with this farm before you make the drive because it closes early for weddings and events on select days.
Windy Hill, 1860 Black Hwy., York, SC | ~75 miles from Greenville | Opening for the fall season on Thursday, Aug. 14, pick your own apples or grab some fresh apple cider for the kids + a hard cider flight for the parents.
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MacGregor Orchard, 2400 SC Hwy. 11, Travelers Rest, SC | ~20 miles from Greenville | Pick up some fresh apples + try the orchard products like apple butter, apple cider, and apple sauce.
Holt Orchard, 17 Holt Pond Dr., Flat Rock, NC | ~40 miles from Greenville | You can find this farm (with apple cider donuts) at the Greenville Saturday Market soon.
Bryson’s Apple Orchard, 1011 Chattooga Ridge Rd., Mountain Rest, SC | ~70 miles from Greenville | U-pick at Bryson’s has been hit-or-miss over the past few years, but we recommend swinging by the farm stand to pick up some fresh fruit and crisp apples.
Pro tip: If you’re like us — and one trip for apple cider doughnuts just isn’t enough — check out Kidding Around Greenville’s apple cider doughnut tour.
