09/12/2026
🍎 September is apple season in Henderson County! 🍏
As the orchards reopen for the fall, there’s no better time to enjoy the flavors of Western North Carolina and experience a true Henderson County tradition. From picking your own apples to fresh c***r, warm apple c***r donuts and homemade baked goods, there’s plenty to enjoy this time of year!
Here are a few local favorites to add to your fall itinerary:
🍎 Grandad’s Apples ‘N Such
This 120-acre farm is a fall favorite for fresh apples, apple c***r donuts, pies, cookies and c***r. Visitors can purchase fresh-picked apples and enjoy family-friendly activities throughout the season.
🍏 Justus Orchard
A fifth-generation family farm offering U-pick and pre-picked apples, along with Asian pears, fresh produce and a bakery packed with apple c***r donuts, fried apple pies, fritters, c***r and more. Their September offerings also include heirloom tomatoes, mountain cabbage, sweet potatoes, corn and fall squash.
🍎 Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard
Open for the fall season with U-pick apples, grapes, flowers and plenty of family fun. Their 26 apple varieties ripen throughout the season, so there’s always something new to discover.
🍏 Coston Farm & Apple House
Stop by for locally grown apples, U-pick opportunities, fresh-baked treats and other farm goodies.
🍎 Jeter Mountain Farm
With more than 25 varieties of apples and a beautiful mountain setting, Jeter Mountain is another popular fall destination for U-pick apples and farm-to-table treats.
🍏 Jimmy Nix & Sons Apple House
A local favorite for fresh apples, Asian pears and seasonal farm produce. Their apple season typically runs from mid-August into November.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect Honeycrisp, a basket of apples for baking, fresh c***r or just a beautiful fall afternoon in the orchard, September is the perfect time to experience Henderson County agriculture! 🍎🌄
📍 Staying at Maddox Meadows RV Park? Make a day of it and explore Henderson County’s apple country!
