There’s nothing quite like apple picking in the fall, especially when paired with the deliciousness of apple-flavored treats. Fortunately, many orchards in the DMV area offer the perfect combo of both. Some even craft their freshly picked apples into mouthwatering donuts, fruit pies, and hard cider available on-site! With a range of activities like live music, hayrides, and seasonal festivals, there’s fun for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a classic apple-picking experience or something more festive, these ten apple orchards in Maryland and Virginia have everything you need for a perfect autumn day.
Virginia Orchards
Stribling Orchard - 11587 Poverty Hollow Lane, Markham, Virginia 22643
The Stribling family has been cultivating fruit on their farm in Markham for the past 200 years — SIX generations! This idyllic location offers breathtaking views of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, making it a perfect spot for apple picking. Be sure to visit the orchard's Harvest House, where you can find delicious baked goods, jams, jellies, apple cider, and even hot sauces. Plus, enjoy live music on the weekends for an extra dose of fun!
Hollin Farms - 1524 Snowden Road Delaplane, VA 20144
This 40-acre farm is enjoying an especially hearty crop of apples this year, including Mutsu Crispin, Idared, Wolf River, and September Wonder Fuji varieties. Each peck is $20, and if you pick three pecks, the fourth one is free. In addition to picking your apples you can also dig your own potatoes, as well as pick your own broccoli raab, mustard greens, lettuce, turnip greens, and radishes. You might also want to snag some of the farm’s own naturally-raised Angus beef. Hollin Farm’s bakery, which is only open on the weekends, sells seriously delicious apple cider donuts as well as some lunch items. Dogs are welcome.
Crooked Run Orchard & Farm - 37883 E Main St, Purcellville, VA 20132
This charming, no-frills farm in Western Loudoun County has impressively been family-owned for 250 years. On Saturdays and Sundays, you can enjoy a pick-your-own apple experience, though be sure to bring cash or a check, as no cards are accepted. You can bring your own basket or use one provided by the farm. After apple picking, stop by the farm stand for fresh eggs, honey, and handmade soaps. Then, relax and savor your harvest at one of the picnic tables, making for a peaceful day on the farm.
Mackintosh Fruit Farm - 1608 Russell Rd, Berryville, VA 22611
At Mackintosh Fruit Farm, no reservations are needed to pick delicious varieties like Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, and Pink Lady apples. Be sure to visit the farm market, where you'll find honey from their own apiary, apple cider donuts, apple butter, and a full menu of desserts and lunch items. After your meal, head over to the new cider room to enjoy rosé, wine slushies, IPAs, and local hard cider. As one of the stops on Virginia’s Apple Cider Donut Trail, Mackintosh is a must-visit for anyone wanting to try their renowned baked goods!
Great Country Farm - 34345 Snickersville Turnpike, Bluemont, VA 20135
At Great Country Farms, apple season kicks off in late August and runs through September, with varieties like Honey Crisp, Gala, and Jona Free available for picking. Weekend visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance, which include access to the farm play area and lively weekend festivals. Don’t miss the Corn Maze and Apple Harvest Festival in September. If apple season slips by, return in October for the Fall Pumpkin Farm Festival, where you can pick pumpkins, roast marshmallows, and enjoy pig races. Afterward, treat yourself to peach or rosé cider at the nearby Henway Hard Cider.
Marker-Miller Orchards Farm Market - 3035 Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester, VA 22602
Marker-Miller Orchards offers over a dozen apple varieties for picking, making it a perfect family outing. Kids will love the extensive playground, complete with wagon rides, a castle, a climbing wall, and a fun play cow train. While apple picking and the Apple Harvest Festival are the star attractions, you can also visit in October for their popular Pumpkin Festival, ensuring fun for all ages throughout the fall season.
Maryland Orchards
Homestead Farm - 15604 Sugarland Road, Poolesville, Maryland 2083
At Homestead Farm, admission is just $4, and their apples are priced at a little over $2 per pound—perfect for stocking up if you're planning an apple pie baking spree. In October, return to pick your own pumpkins and explore the farm store, where you’ll find fall mums, local honey, fruit preserves, and other homegrown produce to complete your autumn haul.
Butler’s Orchard - 22222 Davis Mill Road, Germantown, MD 20876
Butler’s Orchard, a 300-acre farm, offers pick-your-own apples on weekends in September and October. You can reserve a spot online and choose the fruits and vegetables you want to harvest, though walk-ins are welcome based on availability or if you have a season pass. After picking, relax with some Doc Waters cider made from Butler’s apples or enjoy local beer. Be sure to check out the farm shop for homemade fruit pies, fresh produce, and local cheeses. For extra fun, plan your visit during the Pumpkin Festival (September 21 to November 3), featuring hayrides, a corn maze, live music, and pony rides.
Larriland Farm - 2415 Woodbine Road, Woodbine, MD 21797
Head to Larriland Farm in scenic Western Howard County, where you can pick from nearly two dozen apple varieties, including Braeburn, Golden Delicious, and Magnolia Gold, from August to early November. This family-owned farm features a daily harvest page on its website, so you’ll know what to expect before your visit. Don’t miss the Red Barn Farm Market, where you can find local free-range eggs, cheeses, Larriland honey, and Fisher’s popcorn and peanuts. On weekends, enjoy day and evening hayrides (reservations required for evening rides), a straw maze, and a haunted house for the little ones. In October, the farm also hosts food trucks on Saturdays and Sundays, serving up their famous apple fritters!
Catoctin Mountain Orchard - 15036 North Franklinville Road, Thurmont, MD 21788
Catoctin Mountain invites apple pickers to enjoy the harvest every Saturday and Sunday in September and October. Visitors can choose from a variety of apples, including Blondee, Cameo, Cortland, Mountain Honey, and many more in the pick-your-own orchard. For those looking for more apples, the market remains stocked through the end of January, offering fresh and frozen fruit pies, jams, pickles, apple cider donuts, and various tasty snacks. It's the perfect spot to savor the flavors of fall!
