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A guide to u-pick apple orchards in the Carolinas

CHARLOTTE — As fall finally arrives one of the seasonโ€™s most popular activities is already underway at several area farms.

Weโ€™ve compiled a list of apple orchards and farms within a short drive from the Charlotte area where you can pick your own apples.

Weโ€™ve also included a link to each farmโ€™s website to check harvest availability before planning your trip.

North Carolina

Creasman Farms

280 Bent Arrow Lane, Hendersonville, N.C., 28792

Open Sunday only from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. You can pick your own apples through Oct. 27.

Grandadโ€™s Apples Nโ€™ Such

2951 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville, N.C., 28792

Open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Grandadโ€™s offers fall activities on the weekend, including apple picking on select weekends.

Justus Orchard

187 Garren Road, Hendersonville, N.C., 28792

Open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. They offer u-pick and we-pick options.

The Orchard at Altapass

1025 Orchard Road, Spruce Pine, N.C., 28777

Open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. U-pick at the orchard is a guided experience.

SkyTop Orchard

Use this address and follow the signs: 3403 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, N.C., 28731. You can pick your own apples and find other fun family-friendly events.

Open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Apple Hill Orchard & Cider Mill

2075 Pleasant Hill Ave., Morganton, N.C., 28655

Open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. A โ€œPicking Passโ€ is required for each person who wishes to pick their own apples or flowers. The pass gives access to the orchard grounds and flower field. Children 2 and younger are admitted free. The cost is $3.50 per person (no additional taxes or fees).

South Carolina

Chattooga Belle Farms

454 Damascus Church Road, Long Creek, S.C., 29658

Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sections of the farm may be restricted during wedding ceremonies so check the event calendar on their website before you visit.

Windy Hill Orchard & Cider Mill

1860 Black Highway, York, S.C., 29745

The farm stand is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Reservations are required for picking. Pre-pricked apples are available at the farm stand.

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