South Carolina Apple Picking: Top Orchards to Visit
Pumpkin spice may abound in the fall, but South Carolinians know that apples are just as versatile—and delicious! Homemade apple pies, apple jam, apple butter, apple fritters, and fried apple pies are just a few of the savory southern treats you look forward to each fall. Getting hungry yet? Head to these best apple orchards in South Carolina and fill your basket with the tastiest apples in the Palmetto State.
Windy Hill Orchard, York, SC
As the home of everything apple, Windy Hill Orchard knows how to please every apple lover. Grab a cup of apple cider, then head to the orchard to pick your apples. Their Stayman Winesap is a delectable mix of sweetness with a hint of tart and will have you wishing it were picking season all year long.
Chattooga Belle Farm, Long Creek, SC
The views at Chattooga Belle Farm are stunning. You can pick to your heart's content and keep your kitchen full of yummy apple goodies all season. If you don't want to pick your own, pick up some fresh Gala or Golden Supreme apples in their store.
Bryson’s Apple Orchard, Mountain Rest, SC
There isn’t much in Mountain Rest, but the apple picking makes the entire trip worthwhile. At Bryson’s Apple Orchard, you can pick over a dozen varieties, including Granny Smith, Arkansas Black, and Winesap. They also offer picnic tables, so bring a lunch and enjoy a day at the orchard.
MacGregor Orchard, Travelers Rest, SC
Specializing in 12 types of fruit, MacGregor Orchard attracts visitors who seek out some of the state's best apples. The farm also makes apple butter and applesauce, which visitors can take home. And don't forget to grab a cup of freshly pressed apple cider—it’s tough to find any better.
