When it’s fall in Syracuse NY, that can only mean one thing: Apples. From apple picking and snacking on cider donuts to sipping on ciders and cocktails made from apple-based liquor, there are so many ways to get your apple fix in Syracuse this fall. If you’re looking to enjoy this season, you’re going to APPLE- solutely want to keep reading on.
PICK
Back to Top of ListHead to a local orchard and take part in the fall tradition of apple picking. Get your fruit fresh from the tree this year and cross an activity off your fall bucket list. Syracuse, NY, and Onondaga County are overflowing with Apple Orchards to choose from. There are so many orchards to choose from in Syracuse, here are some of Visit Syracuse’s top picks.
Abbott Farms
Experience four generations of farming at this Baldwinsville orchard. A stroller-worthy road through the heart of the farm connects a corn maze, pumpkin patch, u-pick orchard, sunflower field, barnyard, and more! With a little bit of everything to offer, Abbott Farms is a great spot for the whole family.
Beak and Skiff
This family-owned orchard has been growing apples along the hillsides of Route 20 since 1911. Voted the #1 Apple Orchard in the U.S. by USA Today, you can pick your choice of apples from Gala, McIntosh, Ginger Gold, Paula Red and a few other varieties. Come for the Apples, stay for a concert or try their latest creation in the 1911 Tasting Room.
Navarino Orchard
Just south of Syracuse off of Route 20, Navarino Orchard has been growing family traditions for over 20 years! Growing over 20 different varieties of apples, comes pick apples you can eat as a snack or use in your favorite recipes. After a stroll through the orchard be sure to visit the goats, chickens and of course, the golden retrievers!
Woznica Orchards
For over 100 years the Woznica family has operated their farm off Route 31 in Cicero. They produce an array of apple varieties, including Honeycrisp, Empire, Fuji, Cortland, McIntosh, and Goldrush. No admission parking or hidden fees, just plain'ole apple pickin'.
September is here so trade in your lemonade for cider and your light lagers for...harder ciders. Pick up your favorite version from a local orchard and let your taste buds take over.
Abbott Farms
Stop by Abbott Farms and pick up some of their Four Grand wine. Looking to stay a little longer? Stop in their cafe and try some of the home made hard cider on tap or an apple cider float.
Beak and Skiff
Looking for hard cider? Head out to Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards and visit the 1911 Established tasting room. Order a flight of hard ciders, apple wines, and even apple-crafted liquors.
Critz Farms
They grow it, you drink it! Treat yourself to a variety of different hard ciders that have their own fall twist. Try any from their moon collection, flavors include maple, cranberry, and blueberry.
CELEBRATE
Back to Top of ListWant to celebrate apples in one of the leading apple-producing regions of Upstate New York? Then the Lafayette Apple Festival is for you. This year the festival is celebrating 51 years running and the dates are October 12th & 13th. Fill up on apple–inspired foods including breakfast, desserts, and even cheeses. Bring the kids and enjoy playing games or taking hayrides. Compete in contests for the best apple pie or most impressive Scarecrow creation, there's a lot of fall fun to be had by all!
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