Looking for the best apple picking in the Somerset Hills, NJ area? This family-friendly region—covering Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, Bedminster, Peapack-Gladstone and more—offers classic u-pick apple orchards with scenic rows of McIntosh, Honeycrisp, Gala, and more. From late summer through fall, local farms open for pick-your-own apples, hayrides, and fresh cider donuts, making it an easy weekend outing with kids. Before you go, check each orchard’s hours, crop availability, reservations, and payment options (some are cash-preferred). Use our guide to compare locations, pricing, and amenities so you can plan the perfect apple picking near Somerset Hills—and don’t forget a cooler for cider and pies on the ride home.
Mackey's Orchard
284 County Road 519, Belvidere
U-Pick Apples on Saturday's and Sunday's 10:00AM- 4:00PM Thru October!
Apple Bakery/Donuts/Cider Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
Weekday U-Pick available with reservation, call or email for details!
The Ice Cream Barn has moved to Fall Hours. Friday-Sunday Noon to 8:00 PM
No pets please!
Melick's Town Farm
19 King St, Oldwick
Open daily 9am-6pm
Pick your own Cortland, Macoun and Empire apples.
Hayrides included with $5.99 weekend admission. Weekday admission just $3.99 per person.
Then just pay for the apples you pick.
Ripple Hill Farm
181 Mountain Rd, Basking Ridge
Sundays Only 12-4pm
$5 per person entry fee over age 10 (please note cash only)
Do you know of other area farms we missed? We would love to add them here. Please email, sandyn@macaronikid.com
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