The cooler temperatures are finally starting to blow through the Queen City. Cooler weather brings thoughts of pumpkin spice lattes, sweater weather, Autumn leaves and of course apple picking! Over the years, we have had the opportunity to explore a few different venues, these are some of our favs!
NO. 1 | WINDY HILL ORCHARD
Why it is Concierge Approved | Apple cider doughnuts, hard cider, games, apple cider slushies, hayrides and live music
Location | York, SC
Distance from Charlotte | 35 minutes
Pick Your Own Information | windyhillorchard.com | Reservations Needed
NO. 2 | SKY TOP ORCHARD
Why it is Concierge Approved | Country store, apple cider, jams & jellies, fresh made doughnuts, a bamboo forest, kid's play areas, barn animal petting area and honey farm
Location | Flat Rock, NC
Distance from Charlotte | 2 hours
Pick Your Own Information | skytoporchard.com
NO. 3 | GRANDAD'S APPLES N' SUCH
Why it is Concierge Approved | Country store, bakery, apple cider ice cream, barn animal petting area and corn maze
Location | Hendersonville, NC
Distance from Charlotte | 2 hours
Pick Your Own Information | grandadsapples.com
NO. 4 | CARRIGAN FARMS
Why it is Concierge Approved | Hayrides, barn animal petting zoo and fruit stand Location | Mooresville, NC
Distance from Charlotte | 35 minutes
Pick Your Own Information | carriganfarms.com
NO. 5 | APPLE HILL ORCHARD
Why it is Concierge Approved | Country store, bakery, jams & jellies, wagon tours and orchard tours
Location | Morganton, NC
Distance from Charlotte | 1 hour, 35 minutes
Pick Your Own Information | applehillorchard.com