Orchards Near Me
When Is Apple Picking Season in Utah?
Utah's orchard tradition is tied closely to the state's pioneer heritage — the early settlers established fruit orchards across the mountain valleys, and the practice has continued in communities like Brigham City, Provo, and Logan. Cache Valley produces stone fruit and apples in its agricultural lowlands, while the bench land above the valley floor provides slightly elevated orchards with better drainage. The Provo-Orem area has several family orchards with u-pick programs.
Where to Pick Apples in Utah
The best apple picking in Utah is concentrated in Cache Valley near Logan, the Provo-Springville area in Utah County, and the orchards above the Great Salt Lake in Davis County. These areas combine the climate, soil, and agricultural tradition that makes pick-your-own orchards viable and worthwhile as a destination.
Use the map on our apple picking near Salt Lake City, Utah page to find specific orchards by ZIP code and read visitor reviews before you go.
Best Apple Varieties in Utah
Utah orchards commonly grow Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, and McIntosh. Availability varies by farm and time of season — earlier varieties like Gala and Zestar kick things off, while Honeycrisp, Fuji, and later-ripening types extend the season toward its close. When you arrive, ask the farm staff which rows are currently at peak — that guidance is worth more than any printed list.
Tips for Apple Picking in Utah
Brigham City hosts a Peach Days festival in early September, but apple orchards in the Cache and Utah Valley areas follow immediately after — the timing makes for a great two-week agricultural circuit in late summer.
General tips that apply everywhere: bring a bag or use the farm's containers, wear closed-toe shoes (fallen apples make the ground soft and uneven), dress in layers since orchard mornings can be cool even in September, and bring cash — many smaller farms are not set up for card payments at the stand.
Find Apple Orchards Near You in Utah
Our interactive map pulls from hundreds of orchards across the state. Search apple picking near Salt Lake City to see what is closest to you, or browse the full Apple Picking Near Me directory for the whole country.