Julian Apple Orchards

Julian apple farmers have spoken: It’s going to be a great apple-picking year! Scan the QR code for updated information and other important details (prices, parking, additional orchard openings, etc.).

Apples and Art Orchards1052 Julian Orchards Dr. www.applesandartorchards.com

Opens Sept. 6. Group reservations after 2 pm for those who pick 20 or more bags of apples or Asian pears. The two-hour experience includes an orchard tour and apple cider making and tasting.

Crosscut Farm and Orchard  1209 Farmer Rd. www.crosscutfarmandorchard.com

Pick apples from Sept. 20–28. Reservations required. Admission fee includes apple cider pressing demo and short introduction to apple farming (apples extra).

Peacefield Orchard3803 Wynola Rd. www.3803wynolaroad.com

Opens Sept. 6, and every Saturday and Sunday (9 am-2 pm) until apples run out. Other dates available by reservation. Arrive early, dress for warm weather and wear closed-toe shoes. No entrance fee; cash or Zelle only.

Ranchita del Reo742 1/2 Farmer Rd. www.ranchitadelreo.org

Open Sept. 27 through early November. Friday–Monday, 9 am–3 pm. Reservations only.

We have a bushel of delicious apple recipes in our round-up online! Visit www.sandiegofamily.com/ things-to-do/dining-andrecipes/apple-recipe-roundup for recipes to the treats below and many more.