Seasonal guides
Is apple picking still open in October? Late-season guide by region
October can still offer apple picking in parts of the US, UK and Canada. Find late-season options without assuming an orchard is open today.
Orchards Near Me · 13 October 2026
October is a possibility, not a promise
Apple picking can continue in October in northern growing regions. The last picking day is not fixed: a farm may close its orchard before its shop, sell picked apples after u-pick ends, or finish early when the crop has been picked out. Confirm that its update says pick-your-own is open, not simply that apples are for sale.
Ask about a particular variety if that is what you want. Late-ripening apples can extend a season, but weather and demand can shorten it.
New England and the Hudson Valley
For Massachusetts and Upstate New York, check current picking notices at farms near your intended route. Do not treat last year’s closing date as this season’s date. Before a long drive from New York City, verify tickets, last entry time and which rows are open.
Plan a backup such as a farm shop or another nearby activity, checking those hours independently. An orchard shop can be worth visiting even after picking finishes, but the two offers are not interchangeable.
The UK and the Okanagan
UK apple availability varies between growers and varieties. October fruit in a shop does not necessarily mean public picking. In British Columbia, look specifically for visitor-facing orchards and current u-pick announcements rather than assuming commercial orchards welcome pickers.
Use the regional directory links to shortlist places, then check official information. Approximate October months help you plan but do not confirm remaining fruit, today’s hours or an appointment.
Questions before you go
When does apple picking end?
There is no single end date. It depends on varieties, weather and remaining crop. Confirm the final u-pick date with each orchard.
Which orchards stay open into November?
Some growers have late varieties, but estimated season months do not verify November opening. Ask for a current-season announcement before travelling.
What can you pick in late October?
Late apples and pumpkins may be options in your region. Check actual farm availability, not just a calendar month.
Find places to visit
Season months are approximate, not live opening updates. Check the farm’s official information for today’s hours, picking availability, prices and booking.