It’s that time of the year when fresh peaches, apricots, plums, apples and pears (in season and upcoming) are beyond delicious in Ontario’s tender fruit region…To get in on the bounty, here is a list of PICK YOUR OWN farms in and around Niagara, where you can bond with family and friends while picking ripe and delicious fruits:
Cherry Avenue Farms
Location: 4303 Cherry Avenue, Beamsville
Contact: 905-562-5481
Pick your own blue plums, peaches, nectarines, apricots or pears depending upon what is in season at Cherry Avenue Farms. They are dedicated to providing excellent fruit and service to all of their customers. The orchards are wheelchair accessible.
Season:
Cherries — Early July
Apricots — July
Yellow Plums (Sweet) — July
Peaches — July-August-Sept
Redheart Plums — August
Pears — September
Blue Plums — August
Nectarines — August
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Thursday: 9am-6:30pm
Friday: 9am-7pm
Saturday: 8am-12pm
Sunday: Closed
Parkway Orchards
Location: 15000 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Contact: 905-262-5097
There’s nothing like a beautiful drive along the Niagara Parkway on a sunny weekend to brighten your day. Parkway Orchards is one of Niagara’s favourite locations to stop by for a visit and pick up some fresh fruits from their farm. Call ahead to see what is in season and available.
Flower Bloom (Mid-April to End of May)
The annual flower bloom marks the beginning of our enchanting picking season, transforming the orchard into a stunning display of white and pink hues.
Cherry (June 15th to July 15th)
Our cherries, nurtured by Niagara’s rich soil and continental climate, are bursting with flavor and sweetness, perfect for enjoying fresh, in pies, or as jam.
Peach (July 10th to September 10th)
Our peaches blend sweet and tangy flavors with a fragrant aroma, reflecting the natural richness of our orchard.
Plum (August 1st to August 31st)
Our plums offer a delightful mix of sweet and tart, with tender flesh and slightly tangy skin.
Nectarine (August 15th to September 15th)
Our nectarines are sweet, juicy, and perfect for summer, ideal in salads or smoothies.
Apple (September 10th to October 15th)
Our apples provide a crisp, refreshing taste, showcasing our commitment to quality and natural flavor.
Hours of Operation:
Monday 11 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 10 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
*Unless we are experiencing severe weather or unforeseen difficulties.
Silmaril Farm
Location: 144 Russ Rd., Grimsby
Contact: 905-945-7963
Silmaril Farm lets your pick your own apples! They produce ten varieties of apples which begin to ripen in September. MacIntosh, Honey Crisp, Empire, Red and Golden Delicious, Mutsu (Crispin) and Ida Red apples are available for your family to pick and enjoy for months to come.
PRODUCT AVAILABILITY
Call ahead for hours of operation and variety availability:
McIntosh Apples: Mid September
Honey Crisp Apples: Mid September
Empire Apples: Late September
Red Delicious: October
Golden Delicious Apples: October
Mutsu/Crispin Apples: Late October
Ida Red Apples: Late October
Freshly Pressed Cider: Sep. to Dec.
Pink Lady: Late October
Fuji: Late September
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Thursday Closed
Friday 12-4pm
Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Puddicombe Estate and Farm
Location: 1468 #8 Highway, Winona, ON
Contact: 905-643-1015 or 905-643-6882
Puddicombe Estate Farms & Winery harvests its own fruits to provide fresh produce and a wide variety of value added products such as hand-baked pies, jams, jellies, cookies, tarts, strudels, cider, fudge and wines. Puddicombe Estate allows you to pick: Sweet & Sour Cherries, Blueberries, Apples, Pears and Pumpkins.
Sweet Cherries (July)
Pick Your Own (PYO) sweet cherries are a family favorite. Enjoy harvesting your own delicious local Ontario fruit.
Sour Cherries (July-August)
For those who find sweet cherries too sweet, we offer PYO Ontario sour cherries. Fresh and locally grown, they’re a perfect alternative.
Strawberries (Mid June-July)
Fresh Ontario strawberries are picked daily or available by pre-order. Experience the exceptional taste difference.
Blueberries (Mid July-Mid August)
Ontario blueberries, picked fresh daily or available by pre-order, can also be found at local farmers markets and our roadside stand.
Raspberries (Mid July-Mid August)
Ontario raspberries, picked fresh daily or available by pre-order, are also sold at local farmers markets and our roadside stand.
Peaches (August-Mid September)
Sweet Ontario peaches mark the end of summer. Picked fresh daily or available by pre-order, they are also sold at farmers markets and our roadside stand.
Pears
PYO Ontario pears offer a variety of fresh options:
- Bartlett: Early-Mid September
- Bosc: Late September
- Flemish Beauties: Early-Mid September
Apples
PYO Ontario apples are a fall staple. Join us for the harvest:
- Ambrosia: Late September
- Cortland: Late October
- Empire: Late October
- Fuji: Late October
- Gala: Late October
- Golden Delicious: Late October
- Granny Smith: Late October
- Honey Crisp: Late October
- Ida Red: Late October
- McIntosh: Late October
- Mutsu: Late October
- Red Delicious: Late October
- Spy: Late October
Pumpkins (October)
Choose the perfect Halloween pumpkin or fall décor with PYO at our local farm.
Choosing the perfect Halloween pumpkin or fall décor is always more satisfying
when you get to Pick Your Own (PYO) at a local farm and make a day of it.
Hours of operation:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 12-3pm
Wednesday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Bry-Anne Farms
Location: 471 Foss Road- R.R #5,Fenwick, Ontario
Contact: 905-892-8999
Bry-Anne Farms is a great Pick-Your-Own farms which also features an on-site farm gate market selling strawberries, berries, tomatoes, pumpkins, sweet corn and a sundry of other fruits and vegetables in-season. For hours of operation for Pick-Your-Own, please call Bry-Anne Farms ahead of time. During the whole month of October, Bry-Anne Farms turns into the Great Pumpkin Patch. It’s a great fall destination and has fun for everyone. During this time you can get pumpkins, get a snack, visit the Pumpkin Discovery Center, take a hayride, get lost in the straw or hay maze or explore the barn.
Strawberries (Late May – Early October)
Sweet, delicious strawberries are available at the farm throughout the growing season.
Peas (Mid June – Early August)
Garden and snap peas are available for most of the season, perfect for eating fresh or cooked.
Potatoes (Early July – October)
Enjoy the taste of fresh, sweet dug red or white potatoes, mostly harvested as small potatoes.
Raspberries (July)
Our Nova Raspberries are sweet with a tartness, ideal for freezing, jams, and pies. Available fresh-picked or PYO starting mid-July.
Sweet Corn (Mid July – Late September)
Known for our daily fresh-picked, tender, delicious sweet corn, especially the bicolour ‘Peaches & Cream’ varieties.
Tomatoes (Mid July – Mid-September)
Round field and Roma Paste tomatoes are sold by the litre, 3-litre basket, or bushel.
Squash (Late September – October)
We grow a variety of fall squash, including acorn, butternut, blue hubbard, buttercup, sweet dumpling, and delicata, perfect for Thanksgiving.
Pumpkins (October)
Our last harvest of the season includes white and orange pumpkins in many shapes and sizes. Find your perfect pumpkin here!
Hours of Operation:
Monday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday Closed