2026 Massachusetts Apple Picking

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Phoenix Fruit Farm runs a mixed-crop u-pick operation in Belchertown, Massachusetts with apples, strawberries, cherries, and peaches among other crops. Visitors typically come May through October for the heaviest picking. The property also keeps farm store and events going. More on www.phoenixfruitfarm.com.

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Nicewicz Family Farm is a mixed-crop operation in Bolton, Massachusetts, with apples, blueberries, peaches, and pears anchoring the season. Most of the season falls June through October. Set aside time for farm store and school tours on the property. Check www.nicewiczfarm.com for the running list.

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At Fay Mountain Farm in Charlton, Massachusetts, the picking list runs from apples and strawberries into other seasonal crops. Behind the picking, the farm keeps events and birthday parties. Fruit and produce are usually ready May through October. The farm publishes its calendar at www.faymountainfarm.org.

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North Shore landmark combining berry and apple picking with a jam-packed farmstand, donut bakery, weddings, and cut-your-own Christmas trees.

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Hollis Hills Farm, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, plants a wide mix that includes apples, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Crops generally come in May through December. The property also keeps farm store, petting zoo, picnic area, and cider going. Visit times are listed at hollishillsfarm.com.

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In Lanesborough, Massachusetts, Lakeview Orchard works a diversified u-pick farm — apples, blueberries, raspberries, and cherries are on the list. The harvest window stretches June through October. Add to that cider. Updated picking info goes up at www.lakevieworchard.com.

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In Millis, Massachusetts, Tangerini's Spring Street Farm, Inc. works a diversified u-pick farm — apples, blueberries, cherries, and pumpkins are on the list. Wagon rides, petting zoo, snacks, and birthday parties share the property. Picking typically runs June through October. Schedule and crop list live at www.tangerinisfarm.com.

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At Tougas Family Farm in Northboro, Massachusetts, the picking list runs from apples and strawberries into other seasonal crops. Crops generally come in May through October. The farm carries wagon rides, petting zoo, bakery, and picnic area as well. Visit times are listed at www.TougasFarm.com.

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From its base in Peabody, Massachusetts, Brooksby Farm grows apples, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries alongside other seasonal crops. Picking typically runs May through December. The farm also runs farm store, petting zoo, bakery, and picnic area. Schedule and crop list live at www.brooksbyfarm.org.

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Riiska Brook Orchard runs a mixed-crop u-pick operation in Sandisfield, Massachusetts with apples, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries among other crops. Fruit and produce are usually ready May through October. The operation is run organic. The farm publishes its calendar at riiskabrookorchard.com.

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At George Hill Orchards, Inc in South Lancaster, Massachusetts, the picking list runs from apples and blueberries into other seasonal crops. Peak picking lands June through October. The grounds keep farm store, wagon rides, petting zoo, and pony rides alongside the picking. Current hours are posted at www.yourfavoritefarm.com.

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Honey Pot Hill Orchards is a mixed-crop operation in Stow, Massachusetts, with apples, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries anchoring the season. The harvest window stretches May through October. Visitors find corn maze, petting zoo, bakery, and picnic area on the property. Updated picking info goes up at www.honeypothill.com.

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At Parlee Farms in Tyngsboro, Massachusetts, the picking list runs from apples and strawberries into other seasonal crops. Peak picking lands May through October. The farm pairs picking with petting zoo, bakery, cider, and school tours on site. Current hours are posted at www.parleefarms.com.

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Outlook Farm draws visitors to Westhampton, Massachusetts for apples, strawberries, and blueberries and a longer list of seasonal crops. The picking calendar runs May through October. Beyond the rows, the farm offers farm store, wagon rides, bakery, and cider. Picking status is on outlookfarm.com.