It's apple-picking time in Southern Dutchess! Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, Beacon to Hopewell to Pawling (and beyond) has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking and pumpkin picking spots in and around Southern Dutchess County. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!
For easy planning, we’ve created this PRINTABLE GUIDE for family-favorite apple orchards and pumpkin patches as well as the activities they offer, and their location/distance from Southern Dutchess County!
Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms and Pumpkin Patches in Southern Dutchess County
- Barton Orchards
63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag - Dykeman Farm
31 Dykeman Ln, Pawling - Fishkill Farms
9 Fishkill Farm Rd, Hopewell Junction - Meadowbrook Farm
29 Old Myers Corners Rd, Wappingers Falls
Worth The Drive: Family Favorite Farms Nearby!
- Dressel Farms, New Paltz
- DuBois Farms, Highland
- Greig Farm, Red Hook
- Hurds Family Farm, Modena
- Kelder’s Farm, Kerhonkson
- Kesicke Farm, Rhinebeck
- Lawrence Farms Orchards, Newburgh
- Mead Orchards, Tivoli
- Minard's Family Farm, Clintondale
- Pennings Orchard, Warwick
- Weed Orchards & Winery, Marlboro
- Wright's Farm and Market, Gardiner
Make the Most of Your Apple-Picking Adventure
Don't forget to bring along some essentials like a sturdy basket, comfortable shoes, and a camera to capture those picture-perfect moments picking apples and pumpkins in Southern Dutchess.
Looking for ideas on what to do with your just-picked apples? Check out these recipes — favorites of Macaroni KID families: