U-Pick
U-Pick Apples & Grapes
*U-pick dates are subject to change* — call ahead to ensure availability (315) 536-2744.
U-Pick Schedule
When each variety is ready
*Due to the unpredictability of mother nature, we cannot guarantee availability of all varieties.
Sweet Cherries
Benton and Attika Sweet Cherries.
No u-pick cherries for 2026Gala Apples
Sweet, juicy and crisp.
mid Sept.McIntosh Apples
Sweet and Tangy
mid Sept.Concord Grapes
A sweet purple table grape variety.
mid Sept.Cortland Apples
Sweet, with a hint of tartness. Juicy
mid Sept.Fuji
Very sweet, Extremely juicy, Crisp, cream colored flesh
late Sept.Empire Apples
Sweet yet tart, and juicy.
late Sept.Macoun Apples
Extra-sweet and aromatic. Very juicy
late Sept.Jonagold Apples
Honey sweet and juicy.
late Sept.Red Delicious Apples
Sweet, juicy and crisp.
early Oct.Golden Delicious Apples
Mild, sweet and juicy.
early Oct.Northern Spy Apples
Juicy, crisp and mildly tart.
mid Oct.Arriving & picking
Upon arriving at Apple Barrel Orchards and parking, please proceed to the check in area to receive instructions for picking and directions to our u-pick orchards.
We have a limited number of wagons available for you to use to help transport your apples back to our weighing station upon completion of picking. Our apple picking orchards are accessible by walking. We have picking bags and baskets available for purchase, but we also encourage you to bring your own containers.
If you would prefer to purchase already picked apples, or the variety you are looking for is not available for u-pick, please call ahead to check our farm store for availability.
Click on the U-Pick schedule button below for a list of when each variety is available.
Weighing your fruit and checking out
Once you have finished apple picking, proceed to the scale area and see a staff member.
Once you have received your total fruit weight, you will proceed from the orchard to the farm store to check out where you can browse our other products available for purchase including jams, honey, cheese, cider and more.
Pet policy & u-pick etiquette
A few things to know before you pick
No pets allowed
Due to our GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) certification, pets and all furry friends are not allowed at our cidery, farm store, orchards or vineyards. If you do bring your pet, we ask that they remain in your vehicle.
Thank you for supporting us in our efforts to follow best practices and growing standards that allow us to work with local organizations and maintain the integrity of our family business.
Please do not climb trees and stay within designated picking areas
In an attempt to keep our orchard trees healthy and productive, we do not allow climbing of any trees. Climbing in an apple tree can lead to stress and damage of the limbs.
Our farm is a combination of u-pick and wholesale. This means, not every tree and variety is available for apple picking. We ask that you stay in the designated area we have directed you to when you visit.
Keep our orchard clean
We strive to keep our farm orchard clean and free of litter. We can all do our part by throwing any trash we have in one of our trash bins located around the farm while apple picking.