Apple picking season is right around the corner in New Jersey! Whether you’re picking fresh apples straight from the tree or enjoying delicious apple cider donuts, there’s no better way to enjoy a crisp fall day. Looking for where to go apple picking in New Jersey in 2025? Take a look at the 30+ locations below and prepare for a fun seasonal tradition in the Garden State!
North Jersey
1. Demarest Farms
- Address: 244 Wierimus Rd, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
- Pricing: $8 per person (ages 2+) + $18/bag to hold picked apples (10-12 lbs)
- Demarest Farms is known for its scenic views and a wide range of apple varieties, making it a favorite spot for families. Their 2025 apple-picking season will be held on these dates: August 30th – September 1st, 6th-7th, 13th-14th, 20th-21st, 23rd-24th, 27th-28th, October 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 11th-13th, 2025.
2. Riamede Farm
- Address: 122 Oakdale Rd, Chester, NJ 07930
- Pricing: $3.59-$10.50/person (ages 3+)
- Riamede Farm offers a peaceful and rustic atmosphere and is one of my favorite orchards in NJ to visit for apple picking. Enjoy apple picking and more late summer and fall activities. See their Fall Schedule here. The farm also sells some of the BEST apple cider doughnuts! Learn more about my visit to Riamede Farm in 2022 here.
3. Alstede Farms
- Address: 1 Alstede Farms Ln, Chester, NJ 07930
- Pricing: Must purchase a PYO ticket for admission on the day of your visit + pay for what you pick.
- Alstede Farms is a family-friendly destination with a petting zoo, corn maze, and vast variety of apples to pick. They typically open up apple picking for Labor Day Weekend, but keep an eye out on their Instagram for announcements.
4. Parks Farms
- Address: 525 Rte 24, Chester, NJ 07930
- Pricing: Varies by apple variety and quantity; unsure if there is an admission fee.
- Parks Farms offer pick your own apples and pumpkins. Check out its Facebook page or website for the opening day announcement for the 2025 season.
5. Hillview Farms
- Address: 223 Meyersville Rd, Gillette, NJ 07933
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick; unsure if there is an admission fee.
- Hillview Farms offers apple picking in September and October. They also offer tractor rides to the orchard and pumpkin patch on weekends (they suggest you call ahead to confirm).
6. Sun High Orchards
- Address: 19 Canfield Ave, Randolph, NJ 07869
- Pricing: Typically $4/person on weekends & $2/person on weekdays, plus pay for what you pick
- Sun High Orchard’s typically begins its apple picking season mid-to-late September and runs it through mid-to-late October. See their Instagram or website for updates.
7. Stony Hill Farms
- Address: 15 North Rd, Chester, NJ 07930
- Pricing: Entry fee starts at $7.99/person online & $10.99/person at gate (+ tax). Pay for what you pick – a half peck is $10 & a full peck is $18.
- The picking season is expected to run from early September to mid-October. Along with apple picking, Stony Hill offers a farmer’s market stocked with fresh produce and treats. The apple picking-entry fee includes admission to the orchards, a hayride to the fields (weekends only), and other activities. Additional options include a corn maze, rides, and gemstone mining. Learn more on their website.
8. Wightman Farms
- Address: 1111 Mt Kemble Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960
- Pricing: A visit to the apple orchards is included in a Fall Festival ticket, which costed $25/person (ages 4+) in 2024 (will likely be the same/similar in 2025). Pay for what you pick.
- Wightman’s Farm is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and seasonal Fall Festival. A ticket for the Fall Festival includes access to their giant corn maze (plus other mazes), scenic hayrides, and orchard entry. The festival typically operates weekends only starting in September.
9. Hillcrest Orchard & Dairy
- Address: 2 Davis Rd, Branchville, NJ 07826
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Hillcrest Farm is a 67-acre apple orchard that usually opens early September to the end of October (weekends only 9 AM – 5 PM) for apple picking. The Farm, which is located near the Sussex County Fairgrounds, is a charming family-owned orchard and working dairy farm. The farm offers a lovely selection of apples and dairy products.
10. Pochuck Valley Farms
- Address: 962 Route 517, Glenwood, NJ 07418
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Pochuck Valley Farms offers a serene and scenic location for apple picking. The farm’s 2025 picking season will start on August 20th and is expected to run through November 10th.
11. Beemerville Orchards
- Address: 73 Lusscroft Rd, Sussex, NJ 07461
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick (unsure of admission fee)
- Beemerville Orchards in Sussex County will announce its 2025 apple picking season on Facebook here. It typically begins early September.
Central & South Jersey
12. Longmeadow Farm
- Address: 561 Hope Blairstown Rd, Blairstown, NJ 07825
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Longmeadow Farm is known for its rustic charm and bountiful apple varieties. Learn more about the varieties offered and the ripening dates here. Apple picking is typically offered from Labor Day weekend through late October (Saturdays & Sundays, 9 AM to 5 PM).
13. Mackey’s Orchard
- Address: 284 County Road 519, Belvidere, NJ 07823
- Pricing: usually $3/person + pay for what you pick
- Mackey’s is a 45-acre orchard with a wide variety of apples to pick plus fresh baked goods! They typically offering picking in September and October. Operating dates will be announced here.
14. Race Farm
- Address: 87 Belcher Rd, Blairstown, NJ 07825
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Race Farm offers a family-friendly atmosphere and a variety of apples and fresh produce for picking. The farm regularly updates its Facebook page with picking info.
15. Stoneyfield Orchard
- Address: 5 Orchard St, Belvidere, NJ 07823
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick – cash only
- Stoneyfield Orchard provides a charming backdrop for apple picking and enjoying the autumn season. Apples and pears are typically available for picking during September and October. Announcements can be found on the the farm’s Facebook page.
16. Von Thun Farms (2 Locations)
- Address: 438 NJ-57, Washington, NJ 07882, and 505 Ridge Rd, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
- Pricing: Field admission for ages 3+ costs $3/person. A quarter-peck bag costs $9, a half-peck bag costs $15, and a peck bag costs $25 (same pricing for both locations).
- Von Thun Farms not only offers apple picking but also pumpkin picking. Plan your visit to the Washington location here. For the Monmouth Junction (South Brunswick location), visit this page. Their typically offer picking mid-September through October.
17. Melick’s Town Farm
- Addresses: 472 County Road 513, Califon, NJ + 19 King Street, Oldwick, NJ 08858
- Melick’s is a popular summer and fall destination with a rich apple-picking tradition. Enjoy U-pick apples at their Califon Orchards and at the Cider Mill in Oldwick; picking typically from August through mid-November.
18. Bonacorsi Family Farm
- Address: 1137 Croton Rd, Flemington, NJ 08822
- Pricing: No entry fee; $20 Peck Bag Apples (12-13lbs) *minimum size for up to 3 people entering field; $35 Half Bushel Apple Bag (25ish lbs) *minimum size for up to 6 people entering field
- Bonacorsi Farm offers a peaceful setting for apple picking and enjoying the fall season. Check its Facebook page for updates on picking for the 2025 season.
19. Philips Farms
- Address: 91 Crab Apple Hill Rd, Milford, NJ 08848
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Philips Farm is known for its rural setting and a variety of apples to pick. Check its Facebook page or Instagram for updates on the 2025 picking season. Apples are typically available for picking late August through early November.
20. Terhune Orchards
- Address: 13 Van Kirk Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
- Pricing: All guests ages 4+ must purchase a bag as admission
- Terhune Orchards is a beloved farm in Princeton that offers apple picking throughout September and October.
21. Giamarese Farm & Orchard
- Address: 155 Fresh Ponds Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Giamarese Farm’s apple-picking season runs from late August to early October. The farm also offers PYO pumpkins late September and October.
22. Battleview Orchards
- Address: 91 Wemrock Rd, Freehold, NJ 07728
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Battleview Orchards is known for its picturesque orchards, delicious apple varieties, and market store. The orchard has been around for over 100 years and is definitely one of my favorites in NJ to visit. There is no admission fee and you only pay for what you pick! Battleview Orchards also offers pumpkin picking! I highly recommend visiting the farm market up the street for some delicious fresh-baked goods including apple cider doughnuts. Picking is typically open Late August through October. Announcements for the 2025 season will be posted on Facebook and Instagram.
23. Eastmont Orchards
- Address: 321 County Rd 537, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Eastmont Orchards in Monmouth County is an great spot for apple picking! There is no admission fee and you pay for what you pick by the pound. They expect to start picking early September.
24. Ripple Hill Farm
- Address: 181 Mountain Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
- Pricing: $5/person entry fee (ages 10+) + pay for what you pick by the pound
- Ripple Hill Farm’s 2025 apple picking season plans to run September 14th through October 19th (Sundays from 12-4 PM only).
25. Johnson’s Corner Farm
- Address: 133 Church Rd, Medford, NJ 08055
- Pricing: $7/person on weekdays & $10/person (+ fees) on weekends, when reserved online. Pay for what you pick – $2.79/lb.
- Fall Harvest at Johnson’s Corner Farm is every day from September 7th through October 12th (subject to change). Visitors can pick apples and enjoy the corn maze, pumpkin patch, and more fun activities!
26. Strawberry Hill Farm
- Address: 3 Waln Rd, Chesterfield, NJ 08515
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick (cash or check – no credit cards)
- Strawberry Hill Farm is a charming pick-your-own apple, peach, and nectarine farm in Burlington County. Picking info can be found on their Facebook and website.
27. Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm
- Address: 2691 Monmouth Rd, Jobstown, NJ 08041
- Pricing: Check Here
- Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm is known for its expansive orchards and seasonal events. The 2025 picking season will run September 7th through October 29th.
28. Russo’s Fruit and Vegetable Farm
- Address: 529 Medford Lakes Rd, Tabernacle, NJ 08088
- Pricing: $6/person + Pay for what you pick
- Russo’s pick-your-own apple season will run Friday to Sunday from September 12th until October 31st, 2025 plus Monday, October 13th. Visitors must ride the wagon to the orchard, which costs $6/person.
29. Stiles Farm & Nursery
- Address: 172 S Delsea Dr, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Stiles Farm offers a convenient location for apple pickers in Cape May County. The farm keeps you up to date on Facebook.
30. Hill Creek Farms
- Address: 1631 NJ-45, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
- Pricing: Will be posted here
- Fall 2025 will be Hill Creek Farms’ last apple picking season before they transition to new ownership and a new name “MC Farms”. Their Pick-Your-Own Jonagold apples and sunflower experience will be available this year from September to early November. They typically open early-to-mid September.
31. Duffield’s Farm
- Address: 280 Chapel Heights Rd, Sewell, NJ 08080
- Pricing: Will be posted here
- Duffield’s Farm offers a delightful picking experience in a picturesque setting, and typically begins its apple season mid-September. Check its Facebook for announcements.
32. Mood’s Farm Market
- Address: 901 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
- Pricing: Pay for what you pick
- Mood’s Farm Market’s apple-picking season typically runs from mid-August to Thanksgiving (closed Sundays). Up-to-date info can be found on Instagram.
33. Stone Tavern Orchards
- Addresses: 73 Rues Rd, Cream Ridge, NJ
- Pricing: Ages 12+: $9.00/pp; Ages 4-11: $5.00 (3 & under: free); Apples: $2.29/lb
- Stone Tavern Orchards & Annie’s Orchard (364 Rt 526, Cream Ridge, NJ) are sister locations that both offer apple picking in western Monmouth County. Typically open weekends mid-September through mid-November. These spots are super close to Holland Ridge Farms, so you may consider combining an outing to these spots in the same day during late September or October. The above pricing is for Stone Tavern Orchards, and the tickets for their Fall Festival include access to the apple orchards, pumpkin patch, flower patch, corn maze, corn pit, and a hayride that takes you out to all the activities!
Apple picking in New Jersey is a great way to enjoy the fall season with family and friends. With so many wonderful orchards to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect spot for your apple-picking outing. I hope this guide to the 33 Best Spots for Apple Picking in New Jersey (2025) helps you make the most of this seasonal tradition.
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