Great spot for apple picking. The small bag was a little expensive but a decent size. We got Fujis, Cameos, JonaGold and Wine Saps. They're all delicious! Crisp and sweet, the Winesaps had a little tartness but still great. We picked up some goards and little pumpkins too. They're priced pretty well and have a good variety. The best pumpkins are picked in the patch, for $2 each. We got some heirloom tomatoes and some cider donuts to take home. The donuts need to be heated up for 20 seconds in the microwave, but they're very good. Why they didn't get 5-stars: The labels could use some work around the orchard. I always find it frustrating when orchards don't label the paths. They give you a map, but it's not very accurate. read more

Wilklow Orchards - Great view! I love the orchards growing up the mountain. - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Highland, New York

One of the best pick your own apple farms I've been to. Everything was so organized and it wasn't too crowded. The parking lot overflows into the hs parking lot but there's someone directing traffic. They've got portable toilets which were actually clean. They had two food trucks which had an assortment of flatbreads, hotdogs, and fries. Bad seed had a table serving up their own cider and some local cider. The pricing was affordable with a pint for $6. The docs Pumpkin cider was so good. The apple picking was further in and there was signage directing you to the area. They have 3 different sized bags ranging from $25-$42. We opted for the middle size $35 to fill 20-24lbs of apples. The $42 tote was for the same amount of apples but you paid extra money for the tote. If you brought the tote back to reuse you get $1 off next time. They offer these tools to pick the apples that are high up in the trees for $5. They gave us a map and was told there were tractor stops throughout. If our bags got too heavy we can leave it there and they will transport it back for us. Each bag had a ticket stub so we keep one and can pick it up after. This was the first time I saw something like this done for apple picking. We started all the way in the back and they had a ton of apples. The hike up was very steep though but the views were amazing. The shop sold Apple cider donuts which were freshly made. They also sold an assortment of apple cider with the different apple varieties. The honey crisp apple cider was my fav. read more

Wilklow Orchards - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Highland, New York

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Apple Cider - So Yum! Apple Cider Doughnuts - Not a buy again for me. The first weekend in October, my husband and I made stops at 3 different locations for apple cider and apple cider doughnuts and Wilklow Orchards was our last stop. The place was very busy. So busy that there was an actual police officer directing traffic to tell people where to park. It's a unique place in that they serve food and alcoholic beverages. It was jam packed! Thankfully it was very open air, but there was no social distancing of tables and while there were signs, people did not follow the social distancing rules nor were they enforced. I have to say that the doughnuts from here were my least favorite, even though they were hot and fresh out. I found them to be dry and could taste the flavor of active dry yeast (which makes me nauseous). We got a baker's dozen and about a dozen went to waste... However, the apple cider from Wilklow's was my favorite! From the 3 places we were, the other 2 sold different brands - all were good, but Wilklow's was my favorite! It s a bummer they don't make an organic version. I wouldn't mind coming back here again during a less busy time or when the pandemic is over. Will definitely make a trip out of our way just to come here for their cider! read more

I've been becoming quite an apple orchard aficionado, so was very excited for this visit, especially considering solid reviews. A simple two hour drive from Brooklyn on a Saturday afternoon brought us to a bustling orchard & farm space. Free parking. Upon entering, you see a store stocked with locally made goodies. A wide variety of delicious produce is available for purchase. Hot and cold apple cider, dumplings, all sorts of pies, muffins, cakes, and baked goods, jellies, jams, maple syrup, caramel spreads, and even household goods such as home-made soap. Really great selection, so if you have money to spare, you can enjoy a very satisfying shopping spree. You can sample some of the goodies along with the cider, which we really enjoyed. I was surprised how delicious the sweet breads and caramels were--definitely recommend trying! Fresh apple cider doughnuts are sold in huge quantities due to nonstop demand. Pippin' hot doughnuts from the doughnut making machine are fried in front of you, dipped in sugar and sold for $.70 per doughnut, $7 for a dozen. Enjoyed the hot, fresh, fluffy dough. Very light, grainy consistency, mildly sweet, none of that saccharine, chemical sugary after-taste. A great treat for all ages, wouldn't feel bad about treating a child to a quality baked good. There's a fun pumpkin shed located on the premises. Decorated with ghouls just in time for Halloween. A great place to play with little kids, jumping on hey stacks and enjoying all sorts and calibers (decorative & edible) of pumpkins, available for purchase. Pumpkin picking is also an alternative to those who want something besides apples. Small Pumpkins for picking are $1.75 per pumpkin. Large pumpkins, 50 cents per pound, are also available, but only for store purchase, not for picking on your own. Hayrides are $2.00 per child and $3.00 per adult. For apple picking, you have two options: either purchase a small bag for $15 or a large bag for $24. The small bag is really tiny, even though its advertised to hold 10-15 lbs, there's no way it does so in reality. Suggest choosing the large bag, around 20-25lbs, so you can at least bring a decent amount of apples home. Around 13-15 apple varieties are available for picking. You should schedule your visit depending on the apple sort that you like, as some ripen early September and some wait until the very end of October. Usually, early to mid October is the busiest season, as most apples are ripe for picking and it's right in the middle of Fall holiday season, so families are planning their Fall entertainment. Group trips are also available (schools, community groups, etc.). Call in advance to schedule those (available only during weekdays). The orchard is a gorgeous place for photos and picnics. Even though there are eating and seating areas on the farm, before you enter the orchard, recommend taking your picnic basket with you and enjoying a scenic bite amid the lush vegetation of the orchard. We spent the entire day there, exploring and taking beautiful photos of the colorful Autumn landscape. The orchard closes at sunset. Allow yourself a full day for this experience, so you can enjoy every aspect without rushing. Overall, enjoyed my experience, do recommend this orchard and will be back! read more

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Okay I never done apple picking and maybe I got myself hyped up or expected too much, but my experience was mediocre. I went on a Friday and the weather said it was supposed to be in the 60's, so I wore a thin sweatshirt and all of us had a lot to carry, since we're overly prepared due to the pandemic and I want to say we should have left a lot of the stuff in the car. I brought along my furbaby and it was great, but the next time I go apple picking, I am going to be mindful on what I want to bring with me because none of us could carry much back and we got the canvas tote and it was just three of us. There was a spot that said you could leave your apples there and someone will bring it back, but not sure if that was happening during covid, because there was no signage explaining how that would have worked. The thing that did annoy me here was that the cashier kept riling up my dog. Yes, I get that my dog is cute, but damn, please respect the fact we're in a pandemic and we're socially distancing and that includes our furry ones. Please ask before you just get down and make these cutesy voice to my dog because being a dog owner, I hate when people talk to your dog before they ask the owners if they can pet them. Please note dogs cannot talk, so please address the owner before jumping the gun and just petting my baby. Also, my other annoyance was there were some people that felt that they didn't have to wear a mask, meanwhile they were standing pretty close to everyone else in the orchards. Again, respect other people and their space, don't go near them especially when you're not down to wear a mask and I don't care we're outside, you should still wear a mask. I was underwhelmed by the apple cider donuts and I shared the cider flight and so glad I did, because we weren't a fan of any of the ciders. I wasn't aware of the port-o-potty situation either, but luckily I didn't throw up by using it, but I was skeeved out - grateful they had liquid soap and paper towel readily available. read more

I came here with my husband and 3 other friends and we had an AMAZING time. First off, the orchard is beautiful. It's hilly and set against a gorgeous mountain backdrop where you can see the fall foliage. There were many apples to pick - all super delicious and juicy. We also felt very safe because everyone picking were wearing masks, per the safety rule. The staff was very friendly and help as well. Do get the apple cider donuts - and eat them while they're fresh. They're SO good. We brought home a pack and they're still great, but definitely try them as soon as they're made. The vibe is really nice - there are cider and food trucks. Plenty of outdoor seats. People are drinking and having a good time. I would come back here again next year. read more

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We made a reservation for this past Sunday for a group of 6 to Apple Pick. We got 1pm to 5pm (but you can stay longer in the food area.) We were coming from Poughkeepsie - so we had just walked over the bridge and found 2 Ubers to take us over to the Orchard. It was such a big orchard and the fall foliage was absolutely gorgeous. Great views! We got there and settled in a bit. Got drinks at the bar....and since you have to have food now bc of covid they give you apple cider donuts. I mean, I am not complaining about that rule! Apple cider donuts for the win! The pumpkin cider was my favorite out of all the ciders. Also, we ate before coming out here and we thought it was the best option (even though all the food looked great)... but just bc there were long lines for food. But anyways at your table, you can take off your mask which was nice. When you go apple picking you have to wear your mask, but it wasn't too bad. Our group had such a fun time and it was really the highlight of my whole Poughkeepsie trip! read more

Wilklow Orchards - Donuts/pumpkin cider - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Highland, New York

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Best small seasonal Fall Orchard stand, ever .. initially, I was going to keep this place unreviewed but the secret to its goodness, is out! Wilklow's got great artisanal flavor, especially in late fall when pumpkins, apples, cinnamon, pears and the like are fresh and amply ripe. Give this place a go-by if you're ever in a car with kids etc. or a date, it'll make the entire day: believe me! The Rebel Chef. Review: 5 read more

This is a beautiful apple orchard with an old soul and new sections as well. More low key than some, but with a hard cider bar and pizza truck and a nice farm shop. Come early to avoid the crowds! read more

Wilklow Orchards - a view of a farm in the fall - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Highland, New York

Came here for Apple Picking on a Sunday afternoon. Nice size Apple orchard area with ample parking. Due to Covid, face mask is required for all visitors including children. It is what it is. Do expect some walking. $20 gets you an apple bag and 2 people entrance to the apple picking area. They do offer a different pricing for larger families. Overall, the experience is pretty organized. Friendly and helpful staff. There is a Bad Seed Cider Bar on site which is great if you enjoy hard cider. Snacks include fresh Apple cider doughnuts & a pizza truck. Cute farm store on site as well. Highly recommended. read more

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This is probably my favorite place to go apple picking. We have been to a couple of places that had sausage and pepper carts, very few apples for picking, D&D cups all over the ground, and people running it that would have had a fast pass line in order to charge you more money. This place is quite the opposite! This farm is run with true upstate charm and even the guy they have helping people cross the street is a real decent human being. If you are looking for real deal apple picking, fresh made apple cider donuts, hot cider, and family fun this is your place. They have added a couple of food truck type things, but get it straight ... they are also good upstate people that are giving it a whirl and they're simple. We had some pumpkin soup that these wonderful local women made and it was delicious. There is plenty for the kids including a play area, hay maze, and live music at times. Also my advise is if you have kids or go late in the season, rent the apple teaching device for $2. Well worth the money. You can't beat this place. Here is our total bill for the outing : Bag - $24 Reusable bag -$7 (minus .50 ) Apple grabber rental - $2 Parking - $0 Cider donuts - $3 for 5 Cider - $3 Total - $38.50 read more

Wilklow Orchards - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Highland, New York

This place is fun! There are 12 types of apples. Most of them were ready for picking, but some were already gone/not ready. $25 for a bag is pricey in my opinion because the bag holds about 25 pounds if not less, so you aren't really getting the best deal for the money you pay. Apples are fresh and juicy, sour and juicy, thick skin or light skin, whatever your taste is, you can find it here and eat as much as you like or fill up your bag with it. About eating, for those who are picky about food, I would recommend bringing a water bottle so you can wash the chemicals from the peel. You can see white parts on the apples and they come off as you wipe/wash it off. For me, I didn't wash them and as you can see I survived and in-fact the chemicals didn't really do anything to me (so far). Apple cider wasn't anything special, had better apple cider and had worse. So theirs is average. Apple cider doughnut was fresh and made in front of you, smelled really good (that's why I got it) and tasted yummy too. And only 60 cents per doughnut. Or you can get a dozen of doughnuts for $7. Basically Wilklow Orchards has everything in there -- different varieties of pies, maple syrup, honey, different types of beers, pumpkins and so on. Nice location, and family friendly. read more

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Great spot in the fall for kids and adults. Very busy on the weekend - but calm and uncrowded during the week. Lots of activities, nice farm market selling local items, baked goods, apple cider and they sell all varieties of their own apples, but you can pick your own too. They also make fresh apple cider donuts on the weekend! A must visit every fall for us. read more

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We have gone to a bunch of different places for apple picking over the last few years. The trend for most of the place within an hour/hour and a half from NYC has been to charge an admission fee and charge mandatory bag (per person) costing about $20 when in the picking area. These rules make apple picking for a family of 4 about $80+. I saw that Wiklow was just over an hour and a half away from the Bronx and had some great reviews. We decided to go up there on a Saturday early afternoon. First thing that is great is that they are opened everyday (September/October) until 6pm! Most other places stop picking 4/4:30ish. We arrived at the location using GPS, which was accurate. There is parking lot across the street near the (school?!). Once you park there, you can cross the street to the orchards. It was nice to see that there was a crossing guard/person there to help stop cars as they drove by. Once you enter the orchards there is the shop with pies and other bakes goods for sale, there is the also the Bad Seed Hard Cider bar which was cool. There is a small play area in the middle and some hay seating. The port-a-potties were very clean (especially for 2pm on a Saturday) and there was a full single sink outside of them with a roll of paper towels. There is a tractor (we did not take it so I'm not sure if there was a fee) but it took you deep into the orchards with a few stops along the way. The orchards though hilly, are very walkable on a fall day. (Wear comfortable shoes) You can buy a small bag or large bag ($15 and $24). My small family (3 of us) purchased one small bag, as we usually go apple picking for fun and make a few pies. This was nice as previously mentioned, other places would force you to buy a bag per person?! We also rented an apple picker which was very useful, especially for those higher apples. Rental was $5, but you get $3 back upon returning it. We were given maps of the orchards with the ripe/ready apple varieties/sections highlighted. There were lots of apple available. We spent about maybe an hour picking and filled up our small bag. On the way bad we noticed a large tent with kids activities, though I am not sure if there was a private party there, or if it was for everyone. We didn't sample any pies as we were going home to make our own but the apple cider donuts were great, though not notably better than any previous ones I have had. Also, kudos to the store for selling bottled water for $1, most places usually markup those bottles they purchase for 0.25 each and charge the customer $3. All the staff we encountered were very nice, patient and helpful during our visit. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for apple picking within an hour away from its location. read more

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Stopped by on our way back from a trip to the Catskills and boy are we glad we did! From the sweeping views to the delicious apple donuts to the yummy Bad Seed hard cider this is spot has something for everyone. Our biggest fear was going to an overly commercial orchard and it's hard to avoid that so close to the city. But Wilklow Orchard really seems to strike the right balance. There were plenty of activities for kids but it still really had the feel of a working Orchard. We were super excited to find out that our favorite hard cider-Bad Seed- has a stand here as well! Overall highly recommend and we'll definitely be back. read more

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Great apple orchard to visit. My family and I have been making annual trips up to Wilklow to pick our own apples since 2000. Must try their apple cider doughnuts! read more

This Columbus Day, I was hell bent on spending my day off out of the house, so my boyfriend and I ended up at Wilklow for a few hours. I'm not an apple orchard expert or anything, but this place was really wonderful! We paid about $20 for the large apple picking bag (which they explained holds about 20 to 25 pounds of apples). We also received a map of the orchard and two bright orange "I picked apples at Wilklow" stickers that we forgot to take off our shirts all day, including the entire duration of a lengthy visit to the grocery store. One of the things I really liked is the layout of the orchard. They had a bunch of different varieties of apples and they had it laid out with "streets" in between the rows of trees with cute names like "Pumpkin Ave." and such. The apples themselves were great (I believe we mostly picked Red Delicious, Cortlandt and Jonagolds), but it was the cider donuts that really stole the show for me. They fry them right on site so they were hot and sugar covered and amazing. We bought two at 60 cents apiece, followed by just going for a dozen (which was the best $7 I've spent this month). I'm honestly astonished that we have any left at our apartment. The only thing that could be considered a negative about this orchard is that covering it all is somewhat physically demanding. The trails that lead you through the different sections are all uphill (a rather steep uphill), so it might not be for everyone. I think I'm a generally fit person and I was out of breath by the time we reached the top. Luckily, we were greeted with a few benches, where we ended up hanging out, snacking apples and enjoying the view. read more

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Great option not far from New York City. The place is really beautiful, went today and the leaves are turning so the setting is really nice. Pretty barn and apple orchards going up a hill make for a nice setting (surprising being so close to the city). Lots of apple choices (though I wish they could find a way to not waste so many on the ground, more an issue with the customers though). And their apple donuts are great, better than at other orchards we have gone to. They seal up your bag of apples and hold it for you so you can shop, very convenient. Overall a convenient, pleasant way to get outside and pick apples. read more

Long drive from nyc, but good donuts. You can put a deposit on poles that help you to get apples. They were open when other places were closed already. They have a great store, and you can watch them make donuts, which my sons really enjoyed. They have a hot dog cart, and displays and goofy things you can stick your head in for photos, and some fun things the kids can go in, with slides, and balls flying around. I really liked this place. The apple picking is scenic and lovely. I've only been to a place on Long Island and I'd say this place was better, even if it was a shorter drive. Since it was the end of the season, the bags were $10 instead of $20, and there were not a whole lot of apples beyond the Golden Delicious and the Rome apples, but we filled a bag and had a good time. My cousin took me here, he's gone her many times when he went to Vassar, and I think it's a good place, liked it a lot. read more

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Great farm, very beautiful location. The apple trees go up a big hill. The staff here are so helpful and drove/carried out bags up and down the hill for us. Picnic tables at the top of the hill made for a perfect lunch spot. Def recommend!!! read more

Wilklow Orchards - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Highland, New York

Wilklow has the best-tasting apples (I hate Red Delicious apples and for once, they were actually delicious), really nice grounds and they offer excellent baked goods (including gluten-free ones). Service was friendly and accommodating. Couldn't ask for more. read more

I went here today to do some apple picking. You can choose your size bag. I got the larger one which ran me about $24. I also got the apple picker stick. It was very fun, the various crops were pretty well labelled and they had a good selection of various types of apples. The apple cider donuts were SOOOO good. If you go here, definitely get them. For $7 you get a dozen which is a pretty decent price. read more

This review is for the overall place not just Apple pick for. We came here thinking it was for Bad Seed orchard. It's a beautiful spot to grab a snack and a beer or cider. We can't wait to come back and try the apples! read more

Loved the live music. so many different kind of beers! Such a cute place. Drove 2 hours from LI and was worth it!

Friendly staff and nice variety of apples, but I was pleasantly surprised with the food! Artisanal pizza and fries were top quality and of course hot cider and fresh donuts were scrumptious! The fruit picker was available for rent and quite useful. read more

Picking apples at Wilklow Orchards is one of my family's favorite fall traditions! We make the drive up to the orchard once a year from New York City and stock up on freshly picked apples, apple cider, and their delicious donuts. The orchard is open from 9 am - 5 pm daily from Labor Day to October 31st. Last year my family picked mid-October and had a decent amount of apples to choose from. This year we picked on September 28th and there were so many apples! We were amazed at how full and healthy all of the trees were and enjoyed searching for apples throughout the orchards. There were plenty of apples on the lower sections of the trees, which were perfect for our eight year old to pick. We filled one $22 bag, which holds about 20 pounds of apples. We also opted to carry one picker-pole, which we ended up not needing due to the large amount of low-hanging apples. The picker-poles require a $5 deposit, which you get back when you get your fruit bagged up at the end of your visit. The orchards at Wilkow are quite hilly and offer amazing views from the top rows. We love to admire the fall foliage at the top of the hill. If you have a hard time walking on hilly terrain, this orchard would not be ideal for you. In addition to apple picking, the orchard has a nice store with a variety of baked goods, decorative pumpkins to purchase, a small kids play area with blow-up structures to run around in, and a lot of fun Halloween decorations. A highlight for me is their amazing apple cider donuts! You can watch them being made fresh to order. The donuts are always hot, perfectly cooked, and coated in delicious cinnamon and sugar! read more

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I've been to Wilklow a number of times. They always have so many amazing great things to buy like honey sticks, my favorite freshly fried on site apple cider donuts, the most tasty delicious apple cider, and much more! This was the first time ice actually gone apple picking here and it was an amazing experience. Wilklow offers a massive variety of apples in a massive field of full filled orchard. Don't want to walk? Don't worry, tractor pulled wagons will take you to different stops along the orchard. I highly recommend stopping by! read more

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Apple cider doughnuts are a must try! This is a great country orchard to bring your family to. Wilklow has a beautiful location in the hills, great for a photo-op! The weekends can be a tad crowded though with families visiting from the city. read more

One of the best! Great variety of apples to pick: Fuji, Empire, Cortland, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Macoun, Macintosh, Winesap, Gala, Mutsu - and I'm probably forgetting some.. It wasn't crowded at all on a Sunday afternoon in October. Tons of apples on the trees to pick. The cider donuts are made before your eyes and are to die for. Will be returning next fall for sure read more

Sooooo unimpressed! I have a CSa shAre.... Rotten fruits and mealy apples doesn't work out to $100 bucks worth of fruit read more

They required mask at all times ! I could understand in the little shopping area indoors but outdoors while picking apples not so much. They didn't get my business...oh well eff em. read more

I took my mom here for her birthday because she has been asking since forever. This place is amazing! They have a little store which sells apples if you do not want to pick them yourself but honestly what's the fun in that? My best advice is to WEAR SNEAKERS!!!!! The hills aren't as bad going up as they are to come down! If you have small children that require a stroller I do not recommend it!!!! Benches are provided along the trails of trees. The apples we picked tasted amazing read more

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Slightly hidden Orchard along the Apple Trail. Well kept grounds and tons of delicious apples. So many in fact we carried more than our bag back. I will note it is not flat, but it makes for an amazing view as you enter and when you get to the top. read more

I've been coming here for many years. It's a beautiful farm that's great for kids and adults. There are picnic areas when you first step on the grounds, as well as a few at the top of the hill. They have many different kinds of apples and have a ton of pumpkins to choose from. They have a shop with apple cider, honey, pies etc. make sure to get the fresh hot apple cider donuts. They are the absolute best!! read more

Wilklow Orchards - Fruits & Veggies Near Me - Highland, New York

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So many different kinds of apples here! Everyone here was very nice. Probably the best apple picking orchard I've been to!

My favorite orchard for apple-picking. Love the view, the many apple varieties, and all the home-baked goods available on weekends in the fall. The staff is very friendly. Great fun for children! read more