Catskill afternoons at Kelder's Farm start with the sharp scent of apples and hay, and wind through rows of sun-warmed pumpkins. Tractor engines hum, cider is poured, and kids clang across the mini golf course while grownups linger by the donuts stand.
What to Expect:
🎯 Miles of pick-your-own produce—apples, berries, pumpkins, and tulips in spring
🌀 Corn maze, slides, and a barnyard petting zoo with goats and Donut the donkey
🍦 Gnome shakes, hot apple cider donuts, and slushies made right here
🥧 Farm shop with seasonal goods, jams, fresh kettle corn, and cider on tap
đźšś Hayrides, candy cannon shows, and plenty of space for kids to run wild
Important Information:
✔ All-day wristbands for most activities and u-pick—purchase online or at the gate
âś” Wheelchair accessible, from entrance to restrooms and market shop
âś” Market, taproom, and food stands open during posted hours; last hayride leaves an hour before close
âś” Call ahead for up-to-date picking conditions and orchard status, especially late season
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
🍂 U-Pick Peaks: Apple varieties dwindle by mid-October—get there early in the season for full rows and bigger bags.
🧤 Muddy Season: After rain, fields and mazes can get slick—bring boots, especially if heading for pumpkins or the corn barn.
🎟️ Best Entry: Arrive right at 10:00 AM to avoid lines at the ticket shed and snag closer seating for lunch.
🍩 Donut Run: Hot donuts and slushies drop quick just after lunchtime—snag them before 1:00 PM for the freshest batch.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Most visitors praise the sheer amount of activities for families and the friendliness of staff at the stands and in the barnyard. People are drawn to the apple cider donuts and gnome shakes, and the farm gets high marks for its clean, accommodating grounds and plenty of seating. Criticism centers on ticket and produce prices (especially during fall weekends), apple varieties running low late in season, and some reports of tense customer service, particularly around crowd control. U-pick is best early in the harvest window; afternoons and sunny weekends fill up quickly.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restrooms. Main pathways and farm shop are step-free, but fields may be rough after rain. Gender-neutral restroom available.
