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A+ Apple Picking Guide to Local Pittsburgh North Orchards

Where to find the best pick-your-own apples and recipes!

By CeCe Schantz August 29, 2024

It's apple-picking time in Pittsburgh North! Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, Pittsburgh North has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking spots in Pittsburgh North. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!


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Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms in Pittsburgh North and Beyond

🍎 Pome Ridge Orchards

Location: 1715 Luciusboro Road, Blairsville, PA 15717

Details: This sprawling Gibsonia orchard features such apple varieties as red delicious, golden delicious, double red delicious, and northern spy.

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🍎 Emmett's Orchard

Location: 1351 Enterprise Lane, Grove City PA 16105

Details: Opening day is Sept. 3. Emmett's Orchard is a family run business, open in the fall for apples, cider and endless family fun!

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🍎 Shenot Farm

Location: 3754 Wexford Run Road, Wexford, PA 15090

Details: Every year, the farm opens on Saturdays and Sundays (from 9:30 a.m., until the early afternoon) for pick-your-own apples! Season begins 9/1 and 9/2 with Gala and Jonathan varieties.

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🍎 Norman's Orchards

Location: 2318 Butler Logan Road, Tarentum, PA 15084

Details: Apple picking begins  August 30th.

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🍎 Soergel Orchards

Location: 2573 Brandt School Road, Wexford, PA 15090

Details: Pick-Your-Own apples at Soergel Orchards takes place every Saturday and Sunday beginning September 14th.

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🍎 Simmons Farm

Location: 170 Simmons Road, McMurray, PA 15317

Details: Labor Day Weekend begins apple picking season with a great special: 1 bucket of flowers and 1/2 peck apples for $22 or 1 bucket flowers and peck of apples (every adult picking must have a bag).

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🍎 McConnells' Farm & Market

Location: 294 New Bethlehem Church Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001

Details:  McConnells' Farm offers the highest quality, locally grown produce located in Independence Township, Beaver County. 

More Information: McConnells' Farm


🍎 Swope's Farm

Location: 267 Southview Road, McDonald PA, 15057

Details: It’s officially fresh cider season! We also have a wide selection of fruits, vegetables, baked goods, frozen meat, and dairy products. Current apple varieties are Honeycrisp, Sweet MAIA, Gala, Grannywinkle, Zestar, Ginger Gold, Gravenstein, Summer Rambo, McIntosh, Autumn Crisp, and Fuji. 724-356-7960

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Make the Most of Your Apple-Picking Adventure

Don't forget to bring along some essentials like a sturdy basket, comfortable shoes, and a camera to capture those picture-perfect moments picking apples in Pittsburgh North. 

Looking for ideas on what to do with your just-picked apples? Check out these recipes — favorites of Macaroni KID families: