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Essex County has stunning apple orchards – many families make it a tradition to go apple picking every year. If you don’t have a family tradition yet, it’s time to start one! Many orchards feature much more than apple picking; some have hayrides, pumpkin patches, Halloween events and baked goods. This guide will help you pick which of Essex County’s orchards is right for you.
If you have little ones in your family – this is the orchard for you. You could easily spend a whole day at Thiessen’s! This orchard goes well beyond apple and pumpkin picking – there are multiple rides for children, farm animals to meet, a jump pad, a corn maze, a haunted barn, and a tractor ride. They have seemingly endless activities! If you get hungry, they have a wide variety of local fare. You can learn more about what they offer here!
This orchard offers incredible variety and a long season. From June until November, there is at least one crop in-season to pick! Meleg’s grows strawberries, honey berries, red and black currents, cherries, raspberries, black berries, and apples. This farm has been in the Meleg family for three generations – they are passionate about delivering high-quality produce. Visit their website to check what crops they have in season!
Wagner Orchards is passionate about organic, environmentally raised produce. In addition to apple picking, they stock a wide variety of prepared goodies, like sausages, hard ciders, wine, pastries, and jam. If you’re looking to get stocked up on delicious autumn snacks – a trip to Wagner’s is well worth your while! They are also a venue for special events and weddings, with menus that showcase local produce. Find more information here.
Essex County has over ten orchards! We couldn’t feature them all, but we think Thiessen, Meleg’s and Wagner Orchards offer unique and cozy autumn experiences. Celebrate fall in Essex County with our and let us know what your favourite orchard is on social media!
