As summer leads to autumn and leaves change color, the orchards of Massachusetts welcome the return of apple-picking season because their sweet, delicious bounty has ripened to fruity perfection. Be sure to visit your chosen orchard's website before visiting to learn what safety protocols they may have in place.
Russell Orchards, Ipswich
Belkin Family Lookout Farm, South Natick
Dowse Orchards, Sherborn
Brooksby Farm, Peabody
Boston Hill Farm, North Andover
Connors Farm, Danvers
Shelburne Farm, Stow
Smolak Farms, North Andover
Westward Orchards, Harvard
Nashoba Winery, Bolton
Carlson Orchards, Harvard
Honey Pot Hill Orchards, Stow
Parlee Farms, Tyngsboro
Red Apple Farm, Phillipston
Tangerini's Farm, Millis