Uncover The Best Of Colorado’s U-Pick Orchards & Fruit Stands
Western Colorado is a sweet spot for produce. Peaches, cherries, apples, and corn are just a few of the items that are grown all around the Grand Valley and the North Fork Valley.
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When it comes to finding fresh apples, the Western Slope is home to several options including u-pick orchards and fruit stands that give you the freshest options along with lots of fall fun. Keep reading for a closer look at four local options for apples this fall.
Delicious Apples in Western Colorado
Western Colorado is known as an excellent climate for growing apples thanks to the high altitude, warm days, and cool nights. These conditions allow for a variety of apples to flourish here including Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, Jonathan, Golden Delicious, and Granny Smith.
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Colorado Orchards Offer Cafes and Camping
Many of the orchards famous for apples are in the North Fork Valley on the opposite side of the Grand Mesa from Grand Junction. You can be there in about 90 minutes, and you'll discover cafes, wineries, and farmer's markets all worth a visit before or after you pick your apples. Check out the orchards in the photo gallery below as some even offer camping options with a great view of the West Elk Mountains.
Scroll through the gallery below for a closer look at some great local apple orchards and fruit stands, plus find out which locations will offer fun corn mazes this fall in Western Colorado.
Find Fall Fun at 4 Of Colorado’s Best Apple Orchards
Gallery Credit: Wesley Adams
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