FIELD NOTES
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The smell of warm cider hangs in the breeze, punctuated by laughter and the crunch of boots in gravel. Busy on weekends, it’s an orchard full of color, chatter, and folks clutching pumpkins or donut bags under sprawling trees.
What to Expect:
🍏 Dozens of apple varieties, peaches, pumpkins, and u-pick produce through the season
🍩 Fresh cider donuts, local baked goods, pizzas, and a farm store stocked with jams and honey
🎶 Live music most weekends, with shaded tables and activity tents for the restless
👨👩👧 Crowds surge on fall weekends—expect long lines for checkouts and food
🐕 Leashed dogs welcome throughout the farm, kids in tow for hayrides and wagonloads
Important Information:
✔ No outside food or large bags allowed; all guests aged 3+ must buy a voucher on weekends (can be used for any purchase)
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance and car park; terrain in orchard is rustic—strollers may be bumpy
✔ No advance ticketing—admission is paid at entry on site
✔ Restrooms and port-a-johns on premises; shade gets crowded on hot afternoons
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🍏 Early-Bird Picking: Head in right at opening for better parking, lighter lines, and fruit that hasn't been picked over by the Saturday crowd.
🎶 Live Music Weekends: Most live bands play between noon and 3:30 PM—grab a table early if shade matters on hot days.
🎃 Pumpkin Season: Pumpkin picking peaks late September through mid-October; bring tough shoes if you want to walk the full fields.
🐾 Dog Policy: Dogs must stay on leash but are welcomed everywhere on the farm—water bowls at the farm store and tavern.
Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Best For
Groups, pet-friendly outings, apple or pumpkin picking weekends
COORDINATES
209 Perkinsville Rd
,
Highland
,
NY
12528
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
The orchard draws big crowds during peak fall weekends, and the main appeal is still a wide range of apples and pumpkins picked fresh in the fields. Reviews highlight friendly staff, good produce, and a festive lively scene, especially for groups, though many note the $10 voucher admission policy on weekends and slow checkout lines when busy. The donuts and cider get high marks, but some visitors find food pricing steep and voice frustration about recent changes to bag and food policies, as well as wait times for hot food and activities. Dog- and kid-friendly, with most guests leaving happy, but be ready for lines and plenty of company, especially on October Saturdays.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Pick-your-own apples, peaches, grapes, pumpkins; Farm store goods; Fresh cider donuts; Local baked pies; Hard cider; Pizza and sandwiches; Wagon rides; Live music; Hayrides
Best TimeS TO visit
Arrive weekdays or right at opening for easier parking and lighter crowds, especially during peak apple season. Peak lines hit midday Saturdays and Sundays in October.
Accessibility
Flat, packed-gravel farm store path and accessible restroom near entry; wheelchair-accessible parking; orchard and pumpkin fields are uneven—strollers, wheelchairs best for main area only.
Reservation Policy
Weekend and holiday entry requires a $10 voucher per person age 3+ (redeemable at checkout); no outside food, large bags, or coolers; bag checks at entry and exit.
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✅ Cancellation Policy
All-weather operation; no advance tickets, so no cancellation/refund needed. Occasionally closes early due to thunderstorms—updates posted on social.
