It’s Apple Picking Season!

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Did you know that apple-picking season typically starts in September? It often ends in mid-October (or when orchards run out of apples), so now is the time to plan your family’s fun “u-pick” outing – a perfect activity while social distancing.

Below are orchards in Julian (about 40 miles northeast of San Diego). Check each orchard’s website or social media page for up-to-date information, including important details about visiting and when apples are no longer available.

Crosscut Farm and Orchard

1209 Farmer Rd. (just below Volcan Mtn.) www.crosscutfarm.wixsite.com/crosscutfarm 605-431-0136 Estimated opening for apple picking: Oct. 1. Group reservations only.

Julian Farm & Orchard

4444 Hwy. 78 www.julianminingcompany.com 951-312-9940 U-pick apples (and cider pressing) on Saturdays and Sundays starting Sept. 19. Check Instagram @julianminingco_and_ julianfarm for updated info.

Peacefield Orchard

803 Wynola Rd. www.3803wynolaroad.com 310-902-6321 Pick apples Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am-2 pm (and by reservation) beginning Aug. 29. Visit website for orchard updates, pricing and special offers.

Volcan Valley Apple Farm

1284 Julian Orchards Dr. 760-302-4574 Open for apple picking starting Sept. 11. Friday thru Monday from 9 am-4:30 pm. Check Facebook @julianapplefarm for pricing, admission fees (kids 5 & under free) and updates.

*Please be mindful of social distance protocol while apple picking. Always wear a mask and keep six feet away from anyone outside of your household.

Find tasty recipes for all those freshly picked apples in our Apple Recipe RoundUp at www.sandiegofamily.com/thingsto-do/dining-and-recipes/apple-reciperound-up.

• SanDiegofamily.com • September 2020