Pick-your-own farms in Western PA are fun for both kids and adults! Apple picking in Pittsburgh is such a great family afternoon outing on a crisp fall day. We love to frolic through the trees and might snap a selfie or two before we drop the apple in our bag. Use #pghmackid in your apple orchard selfies for a chance to be featured on our social media. After you read 5 Tips for Going Apple Picking with Kids, it'll be time to head out to these local Pittsburgh apple orchards offering PYO apples this fall:
Triple B Farms
823 Berry Lane, Monongahela, PA 15063
Apple picking starts in September. Saturdays and Sundays from 9am-3pm. Check picking schedule to see availability and exact times. triplebfarms.com/picking.html
What local parents say about Triple B Farms: This is a MUST DO every fall with our family! Read about our day of family fun at Triple B Farms here.
Simmons Farm
170 Simmons Road, McMurray, PA 15317
Apple picking starts daily in September from 10am-5pm, Saturdays & Sundays from 9am-4pm. Days and times may change based on weather conditions and crop supply. Due to variations in weather, we suggest that you always check the website or call ahead (724-941-1490) before arriving. simmonsfarm.com
What local parents say about Simmons Farm: The staff at Simmons Farms went out of their way to accommodate my child in a wheelchair so that they were able to participate in all activities. Read about our Fall Fun at Simmons Farm HERE.
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Half Crown Hill Orchard
600 North Branch Rd, McDonald PA, 15057
412-913-4981
Half Crown Hill Orchard is open weekly for the 2024 season on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 am to 2 pm and Saturday & Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm and offers fresh apples, apple products as well as pick your own apples. Their variety consists of HoneyCrisp, Crimspon Crisp, Gala, Pioneer Mac, and Cortland. Please visit their website, Facebook, or call at 412-913-4981 before visiting the orchard for the most updated information. www.hchorchard.com
What local parents say about Half Crown Hill Orchard: They take credit cards! If you have a chance to try the spicy honey - it's amazing!
Swope's Farm
267 Southview Rd., McDonald, PA 15057
Swopes Farm does not have PYO for the 2024 season but is looking to have it in 2025. But they still have delicious apples! Check out Facebook or Instagram pages for apple updates. Current apple varieties are Honeycrisp, Sweet MAIA, Gala, Zestar, Ginger Gold, Summer Rambo, McIntosh, Autumn Crisp, Elstar, Smokehouse, Crimson Crisp, Macoun, Cortland, 20 Ounce, Empire, and Fuji. brownsorchardandcider.com
Soergel Orchards
2573 Brandt School Road, Wexford, PA 15090
Soergel's Pick-Your-Own Apples typically begins at the end of September and is only available on the weekends from 11am-5pm through the end of October. soergels.com/harvest-schedule-pick-your-own/
What local parents say about Soergel Orchards: Parents like that they can visit an apple orchard and pumpkin patch at the same time while enjoying apple cider & donuts, but warn that it can get very busy and suggest going early to avoid the crowds.
Norman's Orchard
2318 Butler Logan Road, Tarentum 15084
Starting late August, you can pick your own apples and find great tasting Heirloom varieties, fresh apple cider and homemade apple butter at Norman's Orchard, located about 20 minutes north of Pittsburgh. Please refer to Norman's Orchard Facebook page or call the orchard at 724.224.9491 for availability. Norman's Orchard is closed Mondays & Tuesdays. normansorchard.com
What local parents say about Norman's Orchard: Don't forget that Norman's is cash only!
Shenot Farm
3754 Wexford Run Road, Wexford 15090
Pick your own apples start in September and varieties depend on readiness and change accordingly. Follow Shenot Farm on Facebook for daily selection. $12/peck. https://www.shenotfarm.com/
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