Plan the Perfect Fall Day: Apple Picking in Northern VA

Top Apple-Picking Orchards Near Arlington & Northern Virginia

Fall is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate the start of the season than by visiting a local orchard to pick your own apples. Northern Virginia is home to some beautiful farms that make for a perfect day trip. Here’s a roundup of the best orchards near Arlington, complete with drive times, hours, and details on any fun extras to enjoy while you’re there.

Great Country Farms

Drive Time: ~1 hour 15 mins from Arlington in Bluemont, VA

Voted one of USA Today's Top Ten Pumpkin Patches!

Open Daily from 9am-5pm with lots of different fall festivals and events throughout the season. Enjoy apple picking now & stop by for pumpkin picking and more later in the season.

Hollin Farms

Drive Time: ~1 hour from Arlington in Delaplane, VA

Open Wed–Fri: 9 am – 1 pm, Sat–Sun: 9 am – 2 pm (last entry 1:30 pm), Closed Mon & Tues

Pick-your-own apples, sunflowers, vegetables, pumpkins and more. Enjoy beautiful scenic mountain views and a farm stand. Always check their website for current hours and availability as it can change weekly.

Hartland Orchard

Drive Time: ~1 hour from Arlington in Markham, VA

Open daily from 9am-2pm for pick-your-own apples and pumpkins. Enjoy cider, local honey and more at the local stand all while taking in the scenic countryside.

Stribling Orchard

Drive Time: ~1 hour from Arlington in Markham, VA

Open Wed-Sun from 9am-5pm

Enjoy apple picking daily (check for updates on their website), their local farm store, baked goods, live music on the weekends & animal visits.