North Georgia Apple Orchards
Did you know? North Georgia is an apple lovers paradise, and picking apples is a favorite activity for many Blue Ridge Mountain visitors.
Whether you are looking for a scenic North Georgia apple orchard to tour or a hands-on North Georgia apple picking experience, weve got you covered.
Check out this full list of nearby orchards to plan your apple farm experience.
| Family owned and operated, Mercier Orchards has been growing and selling fresh apples for more than 60 years. Their expansive apple orchard is nestled in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains of Blue Ridge, GA. Visitors can enjoy the signature "U-Pick" apple picking experience or indulge in homemade treats at the on-site cafe, which features a full breakfast and lunch menu, decadent pastries and baked goods, and homemade apple cider. |
| Location: |
8660 Blue Ridge Dr, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
| Phone: |
(706) 632-3411 |
| Family owned and operated since 1946, Hillcrest Orchards offers the full farm experience-wagon rides, a moonshine museum, pedal cart track, pig races, petting farm, a nature trail, a corn maze, hayrides, and fresh apple picking (apple pickin` jubilee weekends only). Homemade fried pies and fritters, donuts, ice cream, pecans and local nuts, and homemade fudge are also readily available on-site if you need a pick-me-up for a taste treat. |
| Location: |
9696 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536 |
| Phone: |
(706) 273-3838 |
| Panorama proudly boasts being a family-friendly fruit farm since the 1920s. They`ve had almost 100 years to perfect their methods and recipes, and it shows in the impressive variety of carefully farmed fruits and artfully crafted food products. Come take a tour of the farm, pick your own apples, and then stock up on everything from homemade breads and pastries to jams and jellies, fresh produce, hand-made ice cream, and specialty gifts at the market store. |
| Location: |
63 Talona Mountain Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536 |
| Phone: |
706-276-3813 |
| Located in the heart of "Apple Country", R&A Orchards is both beautiful and bountiful. The family farm proudly offers tours and apple picking events each fall (typically September through October). Visitors can stock up on any of the ten apple varieties that are harvested throughout the fall, shop the market store for ready-made baked goods, or even order apples online for delivery straight to your door. R&A is also a scenic spot for a souvenir picture with apple trees and mountains as a backdrop. |
| Location: |
5505 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536 |
| Phone: |
(706) 273-3821 |
| The famous Red Apple Barn is the perfect mountain destination for families and couples looking for a full afternoon of activities. This expansive apple farm features more than just their namesake - flowers, a pumpkin patch, a full farm market, seasonal events, and so much more. Stop by to pick your own apples or flowers, meet a few of the friendly farm animals, visit the spacious farm store, and stay for a fun farm picnic. |
| Location: |
3379 Tails Creek Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540 |
| Phone: |
(706) 635-5898 |
| Ideally situated in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains, Jaemor Farms offers the full farm experience. Enjoy the popular U-Pick apple experience (offered seasonally) or stock up on fresh Georgia peaches and other fresh, local produce. For entertainment, take on the challenge of Jaemor`s famous corn maze, or select the perfect jack-o-lantern from the pumpkin patch. Top off your apple farm trip by stocking up on a few souvenir food items, like pickles, jams and jellies, and tons of apple-inspired treats. |
| Location: |
5340 Cornelia Hwy, Alto, GA 30510 |
| Phone: |
(770) 869-3999 |
| With almost 50 years of history, the Georgia Apple Festival is an annual tradition to many. This family-friendly event takes place over two exciting weekends in Ellijay, Georgia and attracts hundreds of vendors and thousands of visitors from across the region. Shop for fun souvenirs or gifts made by local vendors, participate in arts and crafts activities, let the kids partake in family games and activities, enjoy live entertainment and demonstrations, and get your fill of apple everything. This event truly offers something for everyone! The Georgia Apple Festival takes place over two weekends in mid-October. 2020 dates are October 10th - 11th and 17th - 18th. |
| Location: |
1729 S Main St, Ellijay, GA 30540 |
| Phone: |
(706) 636-4500 |
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| Location: |
8350 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536 |
| Phone: |
(706) 273-3180 |
| Ideally situated in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, BJ Reese Orchard features everything families and couples need for a fun day on the farm. The full experience includes apple picking straight from the apple trees, a petting farm, pony rides, majestic mountain scenery, and a country bakery with everything from apple doughnuts to BJ`s famous fried apple pies. This particular farm grows over 20 varieties of apples - be sure to check their calendar to see what`s in season for your visit. |
| Location: |
9131 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536 |
| Phone: |
(706) 276-3048 |
