Apple Hill Orchards

08/28/2026

🍎 It’s FRITTER FRIDAY! 🍎

Delicious fried dough packed with chunks of Apple Hill apples, coated in our cider glaze, and finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. 🤤

Our fritters are NO JOKE! These special bakery treats are available Fridays only!

⏰ Fritters typically hit the bakery case around 11:00am on Fridays.

Want to make sure you get one? Orders can be placed in advance, but they must be submitted by Thursday.

Otherwise, fritters are first come, first serve, while supplies last! We make a limited amount, so don't wait too long. 😉

Big enough to share… but we won't blame you if you don't. 😏🍎

08/28/2026

Here's what's available for Pick-Your-Own!
🍎 Paula Red
🍏 Ginger Golds
🍎 Sweet Maya
🍎 Gala
🍐 Bartlett Pears

And we have a special treat joining us this Saturday! 🥤✨

📅 Saturday, August 29
Fizz & Twist will be here serving up delicious lemonades and dirty sodas to keep you refreshed and fueled while you're out picking!

Come pick some apples, grab a refreshing drink, and enjoy a day at the orchard! 🍎☀️

Don't forget to cast your daily vote! We are still in the top 10 ☺️

https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/apple-hill-orchards-fredericktown-ohio/

08/28/2026

We are sad to announce that our peaches are officially SOLD OUT. 🍑

We LOVE peach season around here, so we hate to see it go! But we know what that means… we’re heading into full swing of apple season! And we really LOVE apples around here! 😉

Even though peach season felt short this year, we are so grateful for the season we were able to have. ❤️

🌳 This was a challenging year for many orchards and home growers when it came to peaches. Early warmth caused peach trees to wake up from dormancy earlier than usual. Then came the late-season frost, which damaged blossoms that had become vulnerable to those freezing temperatures.

For many growers, the challenges didn't stop there. Heavy rains and strong winds also affected fruit that had managed to survive the frost.

We’re incredibly grateful that our hill helped protect the peaches we were able to grow, enjoy, and share with all of you. 🍑❤️

Thank you for making peach season so sweet!

Now… bring on the apples! 🍎🍏

We can't wait to see you all for apple season! ❤️

08/20/2026

Here's what's available for Pick-Your-Own!

🍐 Bartlett Pears
🍎 Sweet Maya
🍏 Ginger Golds
🍎 Paula Reds

While you're here picking, don't forget to stop in and grab a copy of our new children's book, A Fall Day at Apple Hill Orchard! 📖🍎

And with Ohio weather being Ohio weather, make sure you dress appropriately for your time in the orchard! 🌦️👟

Lastly… don't forget to VOTE! 🍎🏆
We were nominated again for Best Apple Orchard in the USA, and we'd love your help climbing even higher than last year!

You can vote every day through September 17th. ❤️

👉 Vote here:
https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/apple-hill-orchards-fredericktown-ohio/

08/19/2026

📚🍎 We have a very special announcement!

A close friend of Apple Hill has written a children’s book that takes place right here at our orchard! We are so honored and excited to share it with all of you. ❤️

Follow young Avery as he explores the orchard in search of the perfect apple! Along the way, he learns, grows, and discovers a little more than he expected. 🍎🌳

We think this is such a special book to share with your children — especially as they can connect the traditions and adventures in the story to their own special memories and traditions of being part of the Apple Hill community.

And the best part? You can pick up your very own copy right here at Apple Hill! 📖🍎

Stop in and grab a copy for the little apple lovers in your life. ❤️

08/19/2026

Our Contender peaches are SOLD OUT! 🍑 So far, it’s been total peach madness around here! 😂

BUT WAIT… THE SEASON ISN’T OVER YET! 🎉

🍑 We want to introduce you to our Madison Peaches!

These peaches are firm, with beautiful orange flesh, and oh-so-juicy and sweet! They’re freestone, meaning the pit pulls away easily, making them a great choice for canning or freezing.

Their firmness also helps them hold up beautifully when baking! 🥧

And our favorite way to eat them? Taking a big, juicy bite! 😋🍑

These won’t last long, so stop in today and get yours while they’re here!

08/18/2026

We offer week day picking !
8a-5p
Ginger Golds, Paula Reds & Sweet Maya!

Fresh press cider & fresh donuts are waiting for you!

In a rush? No worries! Stop by our drive-thru for a latte and donut!

Store front open till 6pm. (419)884-1500

08/14/2026

🍎 That's right — Pick-Your-Own is HERE! 🍏

Starting today, you can come out and pick your own apples! Before you head into the orchard, here are a few things we think you should know:

🛍️ Purchase your bags first! Check in at the store or PYO tent when available. Cash or card is accepted at both locations.

🍎 Pick only in the flagged areas.

🛑 When your bag is full, it's time to stop!

👀 Look before you pick! Make sure the fruit is ready to come off the tree. We ask that apples go from the tree straight into your bag — please no throwing apples on the ground or at each other. 😉

🌳 No climbing the trees.

👜 Please leave large bags in your car or at the check-in tent. Large purses, totes, diaper bags, etc. will not be permitted in the orchard.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Remember, we are a working farm! All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

🌦️ And finally, dress for Ohio's wacky weather! Boots, layers, and appropriate outdoor clothing can make your experience much more enjoyable.

We truly appreciate our community respecting these rules. They're here to help keep you, our team, and our orchard healthy, safe, and happy! ❤️

Now, with that out of the way… let's get picking! 🍎🍏

We raise a glass of fresh-pressed cider to the 2026 season! 🥂🍎 Here's to another great year at Apple Hill!

08/13/2026

Who remembers last year when we made the list of the Top 10 Apple Orchards in the USA? 🍎🏆

We do!! And we’re still pretty excited about that 9th place spot! 😉

Well… we’ve been nominated again! 🎉

We know our amazing community helped get us there last year, and we’re hoping you’ll help us climb even higher this time around!

Who's in? 👀🍎

👉 Click post to vote

https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/apple-hill-orchards-fredericktown-ohio/

You can vote EVERY DAY!
🗓️ Voting ends September 17th.

Let's see how high we can climb this year! ❤️🍎

Apple Hill Orchards dates back to the Great Depression, and almost a century later, you'll find one of Ohio's top apple orchards still going strong. The season starts in August with Paula Reds, and there are over 30 varieties to choose from (and pick-your-own), including Jonalicious and Ludacrisp. I...

08/12/2026

📣Hello, Apple Community!

The season is finally starting! And what does that mean?

🥤CIDER IS BACK IN STOCK!

We want to thank everyone for being patient with us while we waited for this year's apples to come in. We appreciate you!

But that's not all… apple picking is starting! 🎉

Starting Friday, August 14, come pick your own:

🍎 Paula Reds
🍏Ginger Golds
🍎 Sweet Maya

Apple Picking Hours:
Friday: 8 AM–5 PM
Saturday/Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM

Remember to dress appropriately for the weather! ☀️🌧️
Pick-your-own is an outdoor activity, so come prepared to spend some time outside!

We are SO excited to officially kick off another apple season with all of you! We can't wait to see you at the orchard! ❤️