2024 Orange County in Southeast NY Pumpkin U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Pumpkin U-Pick Orchards in Orange County in Southeast NY in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for pumpkins that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have pumpkins farms that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

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Orange County

• Apple Dave's Orchards (formerly Applewood Orchards) & Winery - apples, pumpkins, and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties
  82 Four Corners Road, Warwick, NY 10990. Phone: 845-986-1684. Email: ApplewoodOrchards@gmail.com. Open: from 9am to 5pm daily, Labor Day early September through late October. Directions: We\'re located only 20 minutes from Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. From NYC: Take the New York State Thruway North to exit 16 at Harriman. Take Route 17 West and go 8 miles to exit 127. Follow signs to Sugarloaf Kings Highway. Three miles past Sugarloaf, take a right onto Four Corners Road. Go 1 mile. Applewood Orchards in on the right From Northern NJ: Take the Garden State Parkway or Route 17 North. Take Route 17 North the New York State Thruway. Take the New York State Thruway North to e - truncated. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Apple Dave's Orchards (formerly Applewood Orchards) & Winery Facebook page. from 9am to 5pm daily, Labor Day (early September) through late October. Apples in September and early October. Pumpkins in Early and mid-OctoberWe're located only 20 minutes from Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. From NYC: Take the New York State Thruway North to exit 16 at Harriman. Take Route 17 West and go 8 miles to exit 127. Follow signs to Sugarloaf / Kings Highway. Three miles past Sugarloaf, take a right onto Four Corners Road. Go 1 mile. Applewood Orchards in on the right From Northern NJ: Take the Garden State Parkway or Route 17 North. Take Route 17 North the New York State Thruway. Take the New York State Thruway North to exit 16 at Harriman. Take Route 17 West and go 8 miles to exit 127. Follow signs to Sugarloaf / Kings Highway. Three miles past Sugarloaf, take a right onto Four Corners Road. Go 1 mile. Applewood Orchards in on the right. -or- Take Route 23 North to Route 515 North. Exit onto Route 94 North through Vernon NJ to Warwick NY. Make a right turn at the Mobil Station in the Village of Warwick onto Kings Highway. Travel three miles north and take a left turn onto Four Corners Road. Go 1 mile. Applewood Orchards in on the right. Google Map Note: If you are coming from the NY State Thruway, online maps may send you across the back roads for a slightly shorter but slower and complicated route. Compare our directions to your internet map after you leave Route 17-West at exit 16 (Harriman). When in doubt, use our directionsCrops are usually available in September, OctoberApple Dave's Orchards Facebook page. APPLE PICKING STARTS ON LABOR DAY WEEKEND Until then, please feel most welcome to visit Apple Dave's Distillery. We are open on Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm year-round.
• Apple Ridge Orchards - Uses integrated pest management practices, apples, peaches, pumpkins, restrooms, picnic area, Bouncy castle or moon bounce, pony rides, petting zoo, weddings and wedding parties
  101 Jessup Road, Warwick, NY 10990. Phone: 845-987-7717. Email: info@appleridgeorchards.com. Open: Monday Thru Thursday 10 am to 5 pm by reservation only; Open Friday Thru Sunday 9 am to 5 pm, Open to the public. Directions: From New York City, Take the New York Thruway North to Exit 16 \(17 West\) Follow to the Chester Exit 126 \(Route 94\) towards Florida New York. Make a left onto North Main Street. Make a right onto Highland Avenue\(Bridge Street\)follow south stay to left on Highland Avenue turns into Jessup Road continue to 101 Jessup, farm on right. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check.
  Apple Ridge Orchards Facebook page. From New York City, Take the New York Thruway North to Exit 16 (17 West) Follow to the Chester Exit 126 (Route 94) towards Florida New York. Make a left onto North Main Street. Make a right onto Highland Avenue(Bridge Street)follow south stay to left on Highland Avenue turns into Jessup Road continue to 101 Jessup, farm on rightFarm Opens for Apple Picking September to November(formerly known as Jessup Road Orchard), the most scenic pick-your-own apple orchard, peach orchard and pumpkin patch throughout the Warwick Valley-home to more than 15 varieties of pick-your-own applesNote: peach picking is coming in 2019. will feature well-manicured trees, spectacular views, and tasty peach varieties; white and yellow. We offer schools, families, friends and visitors an opportunity to enjoy breathtaking scenery, tractor pulled hay wagon rides, pet and feed friendly farm animals, explore a corn maze, view our famous observation hives and savor our delicious honey, fresh pressed apple cider, apple cider donuts, homemade mixes, apple butter, fresh preserves, and other treats at our farm. Pick your Own Apples, Peaches, and Pumpkins, Farm Animals, Live Honey Bee Exhibit, Tractor-pulled Hay Wagon Rides, Homemade Cider Donuts and Pressed Apple Cider.
  Comments from a visitor on October 15, 2011: "We just returned from a fabulous trip to Apple Ridge. They are not fancy: no bouncy things, nothing amusement park like them, instead, it felt like an "authentic" orchard experience. Not crowded, great apples, lovely setting, trees all starting to turn in the background. Fabulous for toddlers who don't need haunted houses or other than good fun (and good apples and donuts!). We drove all the way from Manhattan and it was just what we had hoped for. Not overpriced or kitsch. "
• Maskers Fruit Farms, Inc. - U Pick Apples, Pumpkins, honey, apple butter, jams
  445 Ball Road, Box 398, Warwick, NY 10990. Phone: 845-986-1058. Open: 7 days per week, September 1 through November 12th or as long as the apples last 9 am to 5 pm Rain or Shine. Directions: New York State Thruway north to Exit 15A, then follow Route 17 north \(7 miles\), then Route 17A west 13 miles to Ball Road. Watch for the Masker signs. Varieties of apples: Macintosh, Prime Reds, Granny Smith, Cortland, Empire, Jonagold, Macoun, Red Delicious, Sparta Macintosh, Ida Red, Mutsu, Golden Delicious, Smoothee, Surprise, Rome. The apple season runs through early November. For more than 100 years, Masker Orchards has offered the best family apple picking in the Hudson Valley region, - truncated. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. yo-yo tricks and more!! Live family-friendly music
• Ochs Orchard - apples, apricots, beans, blackberries, cherries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, herbs or spices, kale, nectarines, other berries, pears, peas, peaches, peppers, plums, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Spring, red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (black), summer squash, strawberries, tomatoes, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, restrooms, picnic area you may bring your own food, petting zoo, farm animals
  4 Ochs Lane, Warwick, NY 10990. Phone: (845) 986-1591. Email: JKOchs1591@gmail.com. Open: Typical season is June through December every day 9am to 6pm; Farm market open January through May, please call for hours. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  Ochs Orchard Facebook page. Strawberries June Cherries late June to early July Blueberries July to August Blackberries July to August Peaches July to September Veggies August to October Apples Late August to October Pumpkins September to OctoberWe are best known for our spectacular views. Pack a picnic lunch and a blanket and while you are picking in the orchard, enjoy. Our petting zoo has ducks, miniature goats, "Misty" the Sicilian donkey and "Eeyore" the miniature donkey. On the weekends, we have a variety of baked goods & pies. We offer a wide variety of our own homemade ice cream. Many flavors made from fruits we grow right here. On weekends in the fall, we also provide hot food from our eatery with-in the store. Come on in to our beautiful room with tables & chairs to enjoy your lunch. Also, near the farm market you can enjoy our Pick-Your Own flower garden. The butterflies are waiting for you! Typical (emphasis on typical) harvest start dates (month / day) for our varieties are Jersey Mac 8/13; Zesta 8/20; Ginger Gold 8/25; Pristine 8/25; Paula Red 9/01; Jonamac 9/09; Gala 9/09; Honey Crisp 9/10; Tsugaru 9/12; R.I. Greening 9/12; McIntosh 9/12; Cortland 9/18; Macoun 9/25; Red Delicious 9/25; Empire 9/27; Golden Delicious 10/10; Cameo 10/10; Spigold 10/15; Jonagold 10/15; Mutsu/Crispin 10/15; Rome 10/22; Fuji 10/25; Stayman 10/25. (UPDATED: June 03, 2020)
• Overlook Farm Market - Pick your own apples and pumpkins.
  Route 9W, Newburgh, NY 12550. Phone: 800-291-9137. Open: Daily 8 am to 6 PM, Closed Tuesday Family Day of Rest March- December . Directions: Located behind the Farm Stand. Click here for a map and directions. or 845-562-5780Daily 8 am to 6 PM, Closed Tuesday (Family Day of Rest) March- December . Fall harvest weekends feature hay maze and fishing at the pond. Picnics packed in your basket or ours. Petting zoo. 4 miles north of I-84. We are a 4th generation family farm growing orchard fruits, vegetables, berries, flowers. A Pick Your Own orchard is .
• Pennings Orchard - U Pick Apples, pumpkins, hayrides, farm animals, Farm Market
  169 South Route 94, Warwick, NY 10990. Phone: 845-986-7080. Email: jackpenningsfamily@yahoo.com. Open: from late August, daily from 9am to 5pm for picking. Directions: Located on over 60 acres of farmland the apple orchard offers over 15 varieties of apples available for picking September through November. Our U-Pick season offers activities for the whole family including hayrides, pumpkin picking, pony rides, face painting, live music, and outdoor dining. Our activities include the . Click here for a map and directions.
  Pennings Orchard Facebook page. u-pick, farm market, beer garden, pumpkin fields, hayrides, farm animals, kiddie maze and more. Also, Roadside Stand. Picking dates are estimated and can vary. Please feel free to call us for our "ready to pick list" and ask if you are looking for a certain variety on a particular day. 2018 prices are 1/2 bushel bag (20 - 22 lbs) $30. Upick is cash only. Pennings Farm Orchard Facebook page. For daily specials and to see what apples are ripe call Monica at 845 986 7080. Please feel free to bring a picnic lunch, spend the day And enjoy our family farm. Don't forget to visit the new dairy operation and say hi to the herd. We have RAW MILK AVAILABLE. ALso a u-pick, farm market, beer garden, cidery, pumpkin fields, hayrides, farm animals, kiddie corn maze and much more.
• Soons Orchards - Uses integrated pest management practices, apples, peaches, pumpkins, Fresh eggs, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), porta-potties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
  23 Soons Circle U-Pick: 634 County Route 50, New Hampton, NY 10958. Phone: (845) 374-5471. Email: info@soonsorchards.com. Open: Apples: Weekends starting Labor Day and Holiday Mondays, 10 am to 4 pm Peaches: one or two weekends in August, dates vary, please check the website. Directions: From New York City New Jersey: Exit 123 off Route 17 West, continue on Route 17M for 3 miles, left at our large sign From Connecticut Pennsylvania: Exit 15A off Interstate 84, continue about a mile on Route 17M, then right at first lightbig sign From upstate New York: Exit 121W off Route 17 East to I84 West, then exit 15A \(see above\). . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, ApplePay, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx, SFMNP Vouchers.
  Soons Orchards Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: (845) 670-4540Picking updates: Click here for picking updatesFrom New York City / New Jersey: Exit 123 off Route 17 West, continue on Route 17M for 3 miles, left at our large sign From Connecticut / Pennsylvania: Exit 15A off Interstate 84, continue about a mile on Route 17M, then right at first light/big sign From upstate New York: Exit 121W off Route 17 East to I84 West, then exit 15A (see above)We use integrated pest management practicesOn-site Cidery & Tasting Room; Times Herald-Record's Readers' Choice winner "best u-pick" for three years running. At you will find fresh-picked apples, real apple cider, homegrown and local fruits and vegetables, delicious homemade pies and lots of special goodies like our own apple cider donuts, homemade fudge, homemade prepared foods and apple sauce, fresh-ground nut butters, jams and jellies, maple syrup, honey and more. You will also find a wonderful fall afternoon outing with apple picking and pumpkin picking (mid-Sept. into Oct.), and hay wagon rides to our pumpkin patch. Our pick your own apples and u-pick pumpkins are super fun for the whole family, and we're an easy drive from anywhere in the New York tri-state area. Peach Picking: U-Pick Peaches is *sometimes* a weekend or two in August.. depends on our crop. U-Pick Apples begins Labor Day weekend. And Pick Pumpkins. Check our hotline for regular updates (845) 670-4540. More than a light drizzle closes the U-Pick. Check zip code 10958 for the weather forecast at the Orchard.(UPDATED: June 28, 2020)

 

Pumpkin

Pumpkin Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Do you want it for a party, decoration or eating?

For a wedding or party:

See this page: Finding pumpkins for weddings

Decoration to paint or carve:

OK, Then you need only look for any pumpkin that is

• visually appealing, evenly a deep orange. The shape is just whatever appeals to you. If it grew on its side and has a flat spot, you can either make that the make or use it as part of your design!
• free from cuts, soft spots, bruises. The flesh should feel hard, and not give easily. Infections can invade easily and cause rot
• Make sure the stem is attached.

Store it carefully, especially if you pick it from the vine yourself. Cure a fresh-picked pumpkin by keeping it in a dry place. Don't handle or disturb it. Curing toughens the rind, making it less prone to rot. Pumpkins will keep for months in a cool (50 F to 65F dry, low humidity environment; such as a cool, dry basement.

Tip: If you like roasted or baked pumpkin seeds, you can save the seeds from any pumpkin!

To make a pumpkin pie!

Then you need a small, sweet type of pumpkin that has been developed for eating. They are smaller, typically about 8" to 10" diameter. The meat is much less stringy and smoother than a decorative pumpkin variety. Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A and potassium. One-half cup of cooked pumpkin provides more than the recommended daily allowance of vitamin A. One cup of cooked pumpkin contains only 81 calories. It's low in fat and sodium! Usually you can get these at the grocery store, and some of the pumpkin patches and farm stands have them. Be sure to tell them that you intend to use it for a pumpkin pie. Again, look for firm, no soft spots, or signs of any rot. See this page for easy, illustrated directions to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh pumpkin!

Varieties of Pumpkins

• Sugar - Excellent for baking
• Jack O'Lantern - most common for carving
• White Lumina - unusual, medium-sized white pumpkin
• Mini - Great for decoration
• Gourds - Many varieties, used for decorations

For a very complete, detailed list of many varieties of pumpkins and where to get the seeds, see this page!

Want to Grow Your Own Pumpkins?

Then see this page!

Pumpkin recipes

• How to prepare cooked pumpkin from a fresh pumpkin (for use in all the recipes)
• Illustrated instructions to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh pumpkin - the best pumpkin pie you will ever taste! (metric version for the UK, Europe, Australia, Japan, etc.)
• How to home-can pumpkin (in a cooked, cubed form) and why you shouldn't home-can the pureed forms.
• Traditional Pumpkin Pie
• Chocolate pumpkin pie
• Pumpkin Spice Muffins
• Pumpkin muffins
• Pumpkin Bread
• Pumpkin Butter!
• Pumpkin cheesecake - INCREDIBLE!!! You have to try this one!
• Pumpkin Cookies
• Pumpkin soup - even if you normally aren't a soup lover; you will love this one.
• Butternut-Chestnut Panchetta-Bacon Soup - Pumpkin or Butternut squash combines with chestnuts and bacon, ham or panchetta in this great soup
• Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
• No Sugar Pumpkin Pie
• Apple Cider Doughnut Recipe (with maple glaze or sugar glaze)

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

• Farm markets and roadside stands
• Local Honey Finder
• Local Meat, Milk and Eggs
• Venues: Farms, Wineries, Orchards for your event, wedding or party
• Easter egg hunts
• Children"s consignment sales
• Fruit and vegetable festivals
• Winery tours and wine tastings
• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
• Corn mazes
• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
• Environmental resources
• Consumer fraud information
• Wholesale food sources
• Resources for Farmers