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Demarest Farms

📍 Hillsdale, New Jersey · Bergen County  ·  quickest orchard fix from the city
45m from NYCpicking: peaches, apples, pumpkinsrequired

Why go

The closest classic orchard to Manhattan, Demarest has been a Bergen County institution since 1886, with hillside apple and peach blocks just over the GWB. A slick online booking system keeps crowds manageable, and the farm store's cider donuts and hot apple cider are legendary. In fall the farm adds a petting zoo, hayrides, and an evening Orchard of Lights display.

cider donutsfarm storehayridespetting zookid-friendlyfood/bakery

What you can pick

CropTypical season
🍑 peachesJul-Sep
🍎 appleslate Aug-Oct
🎃 pumpkinsSep-Oct

Seasons shift with the weather. Check the farm's picking report before you go.

Plan your visit

Drive from NYC
45m
Without a car
NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line to Hillsdale station, then ~1 mile walk or short taxi
Pricing
Pick-your-own booked online through the farm's ticketing page; fruit sold by the bag
Reservations
required
Hours
Open daily 8am-5pm
Phone
(201) 666-0472

Visit official website ↗ Directions 🧭

Good to know

What can you pick at Demarest Farms?

Demarest Farms offers pick-your-own peaches, apples, pumpkins. Typical seasons: peaches Jul-Sep; apples late Aug-Oct; pumpkins Sep-Oct. Exact dates shift with the weather each year.

Do I need a reservation at Demarest Farms?

required

How much does picking cost at Demarest Farms?

Pick-your-own booked online through the farm's ticketing page; fruit sold by the bag

How far is Demarest Farms from New York City?

About 45m by car from Manhattan. Without a car: NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line to Hillsdale station, then ~1 mile walk or short taxi

Location

244 Werimus Rd, Hillsdale, NJ 07642