Orchards Near Me
When Is Apple Picking Season in Wyoming?
Wyoming's harsh climate — early frosts, strong winds, and extreme cold — makes apple growing challenging everywhere in the state. The Bighorn Basin around Lovell and Worland sits in a rain shadow that provides more sunshine and slightly warmer temperatures than surrounding elevations, and the basin has a small but established orchard community. The Star Valley in the southwest, surrounded by mountains, also has some tree fruit production. Cold-hardy varieties specifically bred for short seasons are the foundation of Wyoming orchards.
Where to Pick Apples in Wyoming
The best apple picking in Wyoming is concentrated in the Bighorn Basin near Lovell and Worland, the Star Valley in the west near Afton, and a handful of farms in Goshen 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 Cheyenne, Wyoming page to find specific orchards by ZIP code and read visitor reviews before you go.
Best Apple Varieties in Wyoming
Wyoming orchards commonly grow Honeycrisp, Lodi, Transparent, and other cold-hardy varieties. 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 Wyoming
Wyoming apple orchards are a genuine discovery rather than a tourist destination — if you find one operating in September during travels through the state, stop in and support a grower who works hard against the climate to produce something rare.
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 Wyoming
Our interactive map pulls from hundreds of orchards across the state. Search apple picking near Cheyenne to see what is closest to you, or browse the full Apple Picking Near Me directory for the whole country.