Best peach picking near NYC
Peach picking season has finally arrived and many people are eager to gather delicious peaches to snack on for the rest of the summer!
Many New York City farms offer build your own options, which are sure to make for a great activity for the whole family.
Peach season also starts in the month of September in many places, which means families can find a fun activity to do on the weekend once school starts!
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DuBois Farms: Pick your own
209 Perkinsville Road, Highland, NY
DuBois Farms’ peach picking season is just around the corner (starting in early July) and they will continue to pick your own options for both peaches and nectarines through the end of September. Throughout the season, DuBois also hosts events such as live music and a visit to the farm animals!
Lawrence Farms Orchards
306 Frozen Ridge Road, Newburgh, NY
Plan a trip with the family to visit Lawrence Farms Orchard! This family-run farm has been offering pick-your-own fruit for 30 years, making it the perfect spot for this late summer activity.
While picking peaches, discover all this farm has to offer and enjoy the beautiful scenic views. Their peaches aren’t usually in season until August, so keep an eye on the farm’s website for the latest information!
Fishkill Farms
9 Fishkill Farm Rd, Hopewell Jct, NY
Fishkill is the perfect destination for all your fruit picking needs! Not only do they offer peach picking, but they also offer other picking experiences throughout the year, including cherries, strawberries, blueberries, and even flowers.
Reservations are released week by week and numbers are determined by the amount of fruit available.
Lewin Farms
812 Sound Ave, Calverton, NY
Take the family to pick your own locally grown peaches at Lewin Farms! Your family will be able to make new memories while purchasing fresh fruit at a low price.
A family business for four generations, Lewin Farm focuses on providing families with the best possible produce while educating them about where their food comes from. Prices vary and the farm asks that you call ahead to ensure the fruit is ready to pick.
Ochs orchard
4 Ochs Lane, Warwick, NY
Enjoy a wonderful fruit picking experience and lots of hilly walking! Ochs Orchard also features a family-friendly petting zoo with goats, sheep, a family of peacocks and more.
End your trip with delicious homemade ice cream that you can enjoy while picking your favorite fruits. Due to fruit availability, you must call before you go.
Alstede farms
1 Alstede Farms Ln, Chester, NJ
Peach picking is in full swing at Alstede Farms! Families can purchase their tickets in advance, which includes access to the pick your own area, a container to put the peaches in and wagon rides around the farm.
There are also sunflowers on the farm that can be picked for an additional charge! Once your family is done picking, stop by the Hay Pyramid and Evergreen Maze for even more fun.
Von Thun’s Farmer’s Market
505 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ
438 Route 57 West, Washington, NJ
Von Thun’s peach season runs through the month of August, giving you plenty of time to explore what the farm has to offer! The farm offers a great choice for your own experience, along with many other features that the whole family will enjoy.
They say the peaches they have might be the best you’ve ever had, so come try them out!
Demarest farms
244 Werimus Road, Hillsdale, NJ
Demarest Farms was founded in 1886 and has continued to provide great products for families to purchase ever since. The farm’s peaches are some of the best in the area, offering a variety of peaches to choose from.
During your visit, don’t forget to visit the farmers market and pet the farm animals!
Eastmont Orchards
321 County Rd 537 E, Colts Neck, NJ
With a wide variety of peaches to choose from, your family will have enough peaches to last the entire season! Eastmont Orchards is the perfect place for your family to spend the day gathering your favorite peaches and other seasonal fruits.
Keep an eye out for the 2024 season kick-off in July!
Battleview Orchards
91 Wemrock Rd, Property, NJ
Battleview Orchards is ready to welcome families to their farm for peach season! Their peach season runs from early July to early September.
When you get home from a long day of peach picking fun, visit the farm’s website to see all the delicious recipes you can make with their peaches!
Courtney Ingalls & Sara Marine Frommell