Mercier Orchards — Apple Picking & Strawberry Picking in Blue Ridge, GA
Blue Ridge, GA · Peak May, June, July, August, September, October and November
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Fourth-generation orchard in the North Georgia mountains known for 40+ apple varieties, bakery treats, and hard cider tasting room.
Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge, Georgia is the fourth-generation Mercier family orchard in the North Georgia mountains — one of the South's largest apple operations and the anchor of the Blue Ridge agritourism scene. The orchard runs 40+ apple varieties, plus strawberries (May), blueberries and blackberries (June-July), peaches (July-August), and the marquee fall apple harvest (August-November). The on-site bakery (famous for fried apple pies), the cidery (hard cider tasting room), and the farm store make it a full-day destination, often paired with the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and the surrounding Cohutta Wilderness.
What to expect
Drive into Blue Ridge, GA (about 90 minutes north of Atlanta). The orchard is on Highway 5 just outside town. Free parking; pick-your-own fields are open during peak crop seasons. The bakery, cidery, and farm store are open year-round. Reservations not required for picking, but the cidery tasting room and the busiest fall weekends (October) can have wait times. Pair with a Blue Ridge Scenic Railway ride or a hike in the nearby Toccoa River area.
What to bring
- Choose a sturdy tote or backpack so you can keep both hands free on ladders.
- Twist apples upward instead of pulling to protect next week’s crop.
- Plan for temperature swings on the ridge—layers beat bulky coats.
Hours
Mon
9am-5pm
Tue
9am-5pm
Wed
9am-5pm
Thu
9am-5pm
Fri
9am-5pm
Sat
9am-5pm
Sun
9am-5pm
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