Out on the ridge, the sound of kids echoes between orchard rows and the air carries that morning-pressed cider sharpness. Barrels line the market and a parade of wagons drifts from the barn out to the treelines, goats watching from the fence.
What to Expect:
🍏 Sweeping U-pick apple fields with dozens of varieties and hillside views
🥕 Pick-your-own vegetables, peppers, corn, grapes, and more as the season shifts
🚜 Wagon rides looping between farm store, village play area, and the orchard edge
🍩 Farm store serving cider donuts, pies, cider slushies, and local maple syrup
🐐 Goats and horses, plus a miniature “play village” for children to roam
Important Information:
✔ Open daily in season, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM; last entry at 3:30 PM
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking; uneven terrain in orchard rows
✔ Advance tickets recommended on weekends, walk-ins accepted as space allows
✔ Strictly no outside bags or coolers permitted in U-pick areas
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 Birds: First two hours after opening are the quietest, especially on weekends once peak apple season starts mid-September.
🚜 Wagon Hack: The wagons fill up fast; catch a ride near the main barn or be ready to walk—some apple rows are a bit of a trek up the hill.
🧤 U-Pick Pro Tip: Bring gardening gloves and a handled box if aiming for big harvest; the heavier varieties come on in late September.
🎃 Pumpkin Season: Pumpkins line the meadow in October—weekdays have easier picking and better playground access for younger kids.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors praise the sweeping selection of apples, abundant pick-your-own produce, and the farm’s lively, welcoming atmosphere. Families crowd the rows for wagon rides and cider donuts, especially on crisp fall weekends. Most find the staff attentive and the market well-stocked, though some note lines and higher prices for produce and entrance on peak days. Busy seasons bring crowds, but off-peak weekday visits get quieter fields and a slower farm pace.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking. The main farm store and picnic areas are firm and flat, but most picking areas require a walk over grass and some uneven ground. Accessible restroom available near the barn.
