Smolak Farms — Pumpkin Patch & Apple Picking in North Andover, MA
North Andover, MA · Peak June, July, August, September, October and December
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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.
Smolak Farms in North Andover, Massachusetts (about 25 miles north of Boston) is the marquee North Shore agritourism destination — strawberries (June), peaches (July-August), apples (September-October), and pumpkins (October). The on-site bakery is widely considered one of the best in eastern Massachusetts; the cider donuts and pies are regional signatures. Multiple seasonal events including the Apple Festival (October) draw heavy Boston-area family traffic. The farm has operated since 1890 and is one of the oldest continuously-running farms in the region.
What to expect
Drive I-93 north from Boston to North Andover. The farm is signed off Route 114. Park at the main lot. Pick-your-own runs by season; the bakery and farm market handle year-round visitors. The Apple Festival (mid-September through October) is the marquee event. Pair with downtown Andover, the Stevens-Coolidge Place (Trustees of Reservations property), or Salem (45 minutes east) for a North Shore weekend.
What to bring
- Check the farm’s field report before you leave—popular crops can sell out daily.
- Apply sunscreen and bug spray at the car so it has time to set.
- Carry reusable water bottles; many farms offer refill stations.
Hours
Mon
7am-6pm
Tue
7am-6pm
Wed
7am-6pm
Thu
7am-6pm
Fri
7am-6pm
Sat
7am-6pm
Sun
7am-6pm
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