It’s that time of year again, where we trade in our wetsuits and flip flops for scarves and sweaters. There are so many fun things about fall, and nothing makes me want to escape the hustle and bustle of LA like this cozy season. Apple picking is one of the most quintessential fall activities and is available at several farms outside of the city. You aren’t going to want to miss out this year, as apple picking also happens to be an excellent socially distanced activity- talk about a win-win!
We compiled a list of farms that have apples ready for picking. Each farm has their address listed with a map linked, and all are located in Oak Glen/Yucaipa, which is about 90 minutes east of LA. Definitely doable for a day trip or make a weekend out of it and stay in Palm Springs, which is another 40-60 minutes east. Each farm has different offerings, some more simple (just U-pick apples and cider press) and some with a wide variety of activities available (such as farm animals, horseback riding, and axe throwing). There is something for everyone to be able to get their fall fix!
Los Rios Rancho
Los Rios Rancho
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 11am-5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9am-6pm
Time of Year:
Labor Day-Thanksgiving
Location:
39611 Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen, CA, 92399
Available Activites:
- U-Pick Apples
- Pumpkins
- Market Barn
- Country Kitchen
- Nature Trails
- U-Press Cider (weekends only)
- Petting Zoo & Farm (weekends only)
- Live Music (weekends only)
- Wagon & Tractor Rides (weekends only)
- Horse Back Rides (weekends only)
- Packing House Tours (weekends only, 1pm only)
- Hard Cider Tasting (weekends only)
- Farm Fair (open Friday-Sunday.. corn maze, kids crafts, demos, tractor rides, etc.)
Contact:
(909) 797-1005
Parrish Pioneer Ranch
Parrish Pioneer Ranch
Hours:
7 days a week 9am-5pm (open until 6pm on Saturdays)
Time of Year:
September 1-End of November
Location:
38561 Oak Glen Rd, Oak Glen, CA 92399
Available Activites:
- U-Pick Apples
- Cider Pressing
- Farmshop
- Wine Tasting
- Restaurant & Bakery
- Giftshop
- Toy & Book Store
- Antique Shop
- Wildlife (goats, alpacas, mini horse & donkey, emu, chickens, turkeys, & peafowl)
Contact:
(909) 797-1753
Riley's Farm
Riley’s Farm
Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday 10am-4pm (closed Sundays)
Time of Year:
Labor Day-Thanksgiving
Location:
12261 S. Oak Glen Road Oak Glen, California 92399
Available Activites:
- U-Pick Apples
- U-Pick Pumpkins
- U-Pick Sunflowers
- U-Pick Pears
- Restaurant & Bakery
- Dinner Theater
- Tours (revolutionary war, colonial times, etc.. Prices vary)
Contact:
909-797-7534
Stone Pantry Orchard
Stone Pantry Orchard
Hours:
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm (Monday-Friday reservation only)
Time of Year:
Labor Day-Thanksgiving
Location:
11993 S. Oak Glen Rd., Yucaipa Ca 92399
Available Activites:
- U-Pick Apples
- Cider Pressing
Contact:
Stone Soup Farm
Stone Soup Farm & Heritage Orchard
Hours:
Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm (Tuesday-Friday reservation only)
Time of Year:
August-November
Location:
12131 S. Oak Glen Rd. Oak Glen, CA 92399
Available Activites:
- U-Pick Apples
- Cider Pressing
- Family Games
- “Rascal Ranch” (interactive children’s garden & activity center)
- Kids Crafts
- Gemstone & Mineral Panning
- Restaurant
- Farmshop
Cost:
$5/person (5+)
Contact:
(951) 458-5382
Willowbrook Apple Farm
Willowbrook Apple Farm
Hours:
Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm
Time of Year:
Beginning of September- Beginning of November
Location:
12099 Oak Glen Rd, Yucaipa, CA 92399
Available Activites:
- U-Pick Apples
- Cider Pressing
- Farm Animals
- Wine Tasting & S’mores
- Educational Tours (available for preschool-elementary)
- Farmshop
Contact:
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
It would be a good idea to call ahead before you make a trip out to the farm just to make sure nothing has changed with Covid policies and that they still have available crops.
Make sure you bring a mask!
Check the weather forecast before you go as the weather can vary greatly at this time of year.
