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U-Pick Apple Orchards and Farms in Connecticut

7 of the 72 u-pick farms we track in Connecticut have u-pick apples available. Full listings for every city are on the Connecticut page.

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72farms statewide

This section lists orchards and agricultural farms that offer self-service apple harvesting for visitors. The harvest season generally spans from late August through early November, depending on the state and specific cultivar. Farms typically supply standardized bags or peck baskets on arrival and charge either per pound or per pre-sized container.

Portland 2

  1. Gotta's Farm

    661 Glastonbury Tpke, Portland, CT 06480-1032

    StrawberriesApplesPeaches & cherriesFarm stand on site
    Call Website All Portland

  2. Q P Farm Market

    1339 Portland Cobalt Rd, Portland, CT 06480-1749

    StrawberriesApplesPeaches & cherriesFarm stand on site
    Call Website All Portland

Norfolk 1

  1. Autumn Harvest Orchard LLC

    879 Winchester Rd, Norfolk, CT 06058-1366

    Blueberries & berriesApplesOrganic / no-spray
    Call Website

Shelton 1

  1. Beardsley's Cider Mill and Orchard

    278 Leavenworth Rd, Shelton, CT 06484-1811

    ApplesPeaches & cherriesFarm stand on siteOrganic / no-spray
    Call Website All Shelton

Southbury 1

  1. Hidden Gem Orchard

    2500 Purchase Brook Rd., Southbury, CT 06487

    Apples
    Website

Southington 1

  1. Rogers Orchards

    2876 Meriden Waterbury Rd., Southington, CT 06479

    ApplesFarm stand on site
    Call Website All Southington

Woodstock 1

  1. Woodstock Orchards and Bakery Barn

    494 CT-169, Woodstock, CT 06281-3041

    Blueberries & berriesApplesPeaches & cherriesFarm stand on site
    Call Website All Woodstock
Check crop status before driving out: Ripening dates shift based on weather conditions, and high-demand varieties like Honeycrisp frequently pick out within hours on autumn weekends.

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Good to know

How much does u-pick apple picking cost?

Pricing typically ranges from $1.50 to $3.50 per pound, or between $20 and $45 for a half-bushel bag provided by the orchard. Many farms also charge a separate admission or parking fee of $5 to $15 per vehicle or person.

What equipment is provided, and what should visitors bring?

Orchards supply picking bags, peck containers, or plastic buckets at the entrance, and some offer pole pickers for high branches. Visitors should wear closed-toe shoes suitable for uneven soil and bring wagons or strollers for hauling heavy bags.

Are dogs allowed in apple picking orchards?

Federal food safety regulations prohibit pets in active crop areas at the majority of commercial orchards. Service animals recognized by the ADA are allowed, though non-service pets must usually remain in designated parking or picnic areas.

When is strawberry season?

Strawberry season generally peaks from late spring to early summer depending on your regional climate. Across Connecticut, harvest timing varies slightly between northern and southern areas, with 7 active strawberry farms listed in our state directory.

When are peaches ripe?

Peaches typically ripen between mid-summer and early autumn depending on the specific cultivar and weather conditions. In Connecticut, local orchards usually harvest throughout the warmer months, with 7 fruit farms available for visits.