15 farms within day-trip range of New York City offer pick-your-own apples in New Jersey. The season typically runs August to October. The closest is Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, NJ, about 45m from Manhattan, and 8 of them are reachable without a car.
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More guides: Apple picking near NYC · Apple picking in New York · Apple picking in Connecticut
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“This period brings a bounty of apple varieties [...] ideal for snacking, baking, or preparing homemade apple cider.” (April 2024, The Digest Online)
Plan your visit →widest variety of crops all season
old-fashioned heirloom apple picking
“As we walked through the rows of apple trees, we snapped some aesthetic fall photos, and also tasted a few of the varietals.” (October 2021, Lifestyle Jessica blog)
Plan your visit →corn maze plus organic u-pick
cider lovers and big orchard energy
“We are one of the state's largest apple growers. We never get picked out.” (September 2014, New Jersey Monthly)
Plan your visit →crowd-free weekend apple picking
“Pick your apples and pumpkins in September (check their Facebook page for exact dates)” (October 2025, NJ Mom)
Plan your visit →apple picking plus a hike
“Pochuck Valley Farms features over 2,000 fruit trees, including apples, peaches, pears, and plums.” (May 2026, Travel Like Jess blog)
Plan your visit →picking plus a winery tasting
rare berries and serious fruit variety
all-day family farm adventure
Typically August to October in the NYC region; exact dates shift with the weather each year, so check the farm's picking report before you go.
Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, NJ, about 45m from Manhattan.
Yes: 8 of these 15 farms have a train/bus option. Look for the transit note on each farm's page.
