2024 Sullivan and Ulster Counties in Southeast NY Pear U-Pick orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Pear U-Pick orchards in Sullivan and Ulster Counties in Southeast NY in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards for pears that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have pears orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

Ulster County

• Apple Hill Farm - Apples, Pears, hayrides, farmstand
  124 Route 32 South, New Paltz, NY 12561. Phone: (845) 255-1605. Email: applehillj@aol.com. Open: Pick-Your-Own Begins in mid September, Thursday thru Monday; 10 am to 6 pm Pick-Your-Own is open until 5 pm; We close for the season on Halloween at 4 pm. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Apple Hill Farm Facebook page. . . Pick-Your-Own Begins in mid September, Thursday thru Monday; 10 am to 6 pm (Pick-Your-Own is open until 5 pm); We close for the season on Halloween at 4 pm. . Enjoy a hayride, come and get fresh pressed apple cider and our famous mulled apple cider donuts. Our farmstand is open to the public beginning from September through October. Our fresh picked farmstand starts the season with local sweet corn that is picked fresh daily. Also, tomatoes and early McIntosh apples. In September we begin the PYO and fresh picked apple season with McIntosh, Cortland, Opalescent and Spartan and end the season with Red and Golden Delicious. Enjoy a hayride, come and get fresh pressed apple cider and take home some of our famous mulled apple cider donuts. Tables are available for a picnic or, if you prefer, bring a blanket to relax and enjoy the views. We are pet-friendly. You may bring your dog, though we respectfully ask that you do keep it on a leash at all times. Facebook page.
  Comments from a visitor on September 16, 2011: "We have been going there for several years and they have a variety of trees and several giant bins of pre-picked apples and pears to choose from, as well as great pumpkins."
• Coco's Farm - No pesticides are used, apples, blueberries, pears,
  , Woodbourne, NY 12788. Phone: 917-680-1293. Email: jhtaylor70@gmail.com. Open: Saturdays and Sundays during season - Please email or call to make a reservation; Dogs welcome!. Directions: . Click here for a map of the area. Payment: Cash, only. . . We do not use pesticides on the crops.
• Maynard Farms - Apples, nectarines, pears, peaches, pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, and prepicked produce, restrooms
  326 River Road, Ulster Park, NY 12487. Phone: 845-331-6908. Email: Maynardorchards@aol.com. Open: Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm also Columbus Day Directions: Half way between Poughkeepsie and Kingston off of Route 9w on to River Road. Directions: Half way between Poughkeepsie and Kingston off of Route 9w on to River Road. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Maynard Farms Facebook page. . Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm also Columbus Day Crops are usually available in August, September, October. Our apple varieties are Empire, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Ida Red, Braeburn, Stayman Winesap. is nestled in the rolling hills of the beautiful and scenic Hudson Valley. Facebook page. We invite you to our farm to pick apples and to spend a wonderful day in our orchard overlooking the majestic Hudson River. Pack a picnic lunch and come on up to visit us!
• Prospect Hill Orchards - Apples, cherries, nectarines, pears, peaches, pumpkins, winter squash, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, corn maze, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides
  40 Clark\'s Lane, Milton, NY 12547. Phone: 845-795-2383. Email: prospecthillfarmmarkets@gmail.com. Open: Weekends Only 9 am to 4 p. Directions: Route 87 North to Exit 17 in Newburgh Route 84 East to Exit 10 Route 9W North, 10 miles north of Newburgh, to village of Milton. Follow the bright yellow \Prospect Hill Orchards\" signs """. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Prospect Hill Orchards Facebook page. . Fax:. . Route 87 North to Exit 17 in Newburgh Route 84 East to Exit 10 Route 9W North, 10 miles north of Newburgh, to village of Milton. Follow the bright yellow "Prospect Hill Orchards" signs Go here for directions to our farm. m. Cherries available after June 20th each year, Friday, Sat. and Sunday; pick your own peaches and nectarines each weekend in August; Apples, pears, pumpkins available mid-September to mid-Oct. Events Calendar: Kid's Days-last weekend in September Johnny Appleseed Cider Festival-weekend following Columbus Day. CHERRIES SEASON is brief, helf on a FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY at the end of June and beginning of July Note Cherries Picking Location is 340 Milton Turnpike, Milton, NY 12547 with a $5 Parking Fee; No Picnicking in the Cherry Orchard, but there is a Picnic Area Located at 73 Clarks Lane, Milton. Summer fruit picking is held on WEEKENDS ONLY! Cherries: Late June - July; Apricots, Plums, Peaches, Nectarines: July and August;Apples, Pears and Pumpkins: September and October. For updated information, or FOR "UP TO DATE" INFORMATION: See our Facebook page.
• Stone Ridge Orchard - Apples, peaches, pears, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, and prepicked produce, CSA, weddings, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, tractor-pulled hay rides, wedding venue
  3012 Route 213 POB 867, Stone Ridge, NY 12484. Phone: 845/687-2587. Email: info@stoneridgeorchard.com. Open: September through October, 9 am to 6 pm; 7 days a week. Directions: From I-87 \(NYS Thruway\) take Exit 19 to Route 209 south. Go 10.5 miles through the town of Stone Ridge. At the 2nd light turn left, go 210th of a mile to our farm stand \(on the left hand side of the road. Come on in! . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx.
  Stone Ridge Orchard Facebook page. . Fax: 845/687-4379. . From I-87 (NYS Thruway) take Exit 19 to Route 209 south. Go 10.5 miles through the town of Stone Ridge. At the 2nd light turn left, go 2/10th of a mile to our farm stand (on the left hand side of the road. Come on in! Click here for a map to our farm. Crops are usually available in June, July, August, September, October. Nestled in the Shawangunk mountains near the Catskills, provides 115 acres of apples, raspberries, pumpkins, cider and other great farm products to pick or choose from in our farm stand. We are located in Stone Ridge, NY, between the hamlets of Stone Ridge and High Falls. Our farm stand is open 7 days a week from September through October for apple picking. Please call for u-pick hours of other crops and events during the year. U-Pick typically begins in July. We offer U-pick Peaches in the summer (July- Aug.) and Pears and Apples in the fall (Sept.-Oct.). Our CIDER FARM BAR is open Weekends from 5 to 9 pm with Live Music! Cider tastings! Wood fired Pizza and Paninis. Farm stand open 9-6 Fri - Sun. Facebook page. U-PICK APPLES! Dogs on leashes welcome! is a 200-year-old working farm in the heart of the Rondout Valley.
• Westwind Orchard - CERTIFIED ORGANIC, apples, pears, flowers, pumpkins, blackberries, raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (Autumn, yellow), Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill fresh apple cider made on the premises, U-pick and already picked, maple syrup
  215 Lower Whitfield Road, Accord, NY 12404. Phone: 845 6260659. Email: westwindorchard@mac.com. Open: Pick Your Own is ONLY available Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm to 6pm. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Westwind Orchard Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: 212 505-9362. Fax: 212 505-9362. . from Mid-August, until end of October). We are certified organic for all crops! At you can pick Apples, Raspberries, and Pumpkins. Our Farm Store is filled with lots of local products including our certified organic produce, art from local artisans, maple syrup, honey, jams, apple sauce, cider vinegars, herbal health and beauty products, and other non-local fair trade items. And once again this year we will be offering the opportunity to make your own Organic Apple Sweet Cider, .last year we had a blast and it was a huge success!!!Everything we grow at is CERTIFIED ORGANIC.

 

pear Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

pears, also known as serviceberries or Juneberries, are delicious and nutritious berries native to North America, mostly in the western Canada and northwestern U.S. . These small blue-purple berries grow on shrubs or small trees and have a unique flavor that is often described as a combination of blueberries, raspberries, and almonds. Here's what you need to know about pears, how to use them, when to harvest them, and how to do it:

Flavor and Uses:

pears have a pleasantly sweet and slightly tart taste, making them a versatile ingredient in various culinary creations. They can be enjoyed fresh, added to fruit salads, used in baked goods such as pies, muffins, and tarts, or even incorporated into jams, jellies, and sauces. pear berries also freeze well. They can be substituted for blueberries in recipes.

If you're looking for great, easy to follow recipes to make jam, jelly, freeze or make pear pie from Saksatoons / Juneberries, see these pages:

• How to make pear jam
• How to freeze pears
• World's best and easiest pear pie
• How to Can pears
• How to make pear jelly
• How to make and can pear syrup
• How to make home-canned pear pie filling to use later
• pear buckle coffee cake: illustrated directions for this great crumb-topping pear coffee cake

Harvesting Season:

The exact timing of pear berry harvest can vary depending on your location and climate, but it generally occurs in the summer months. In most regions, you can expect to start harvesting pears from late June to early August. Keep an eye on the berries as they ripen to determine the best time for harvesting.

Determining Ripeness:

Ripe pear berries are plump, firm, and have a deep purple-blue color. They should come off the plant easily when gently pulled or twisted. Look for berries that have a uniform color and avoid those that are still green or red. Taste a few berries to ensure they have reached the desired sweetness before harvesting the entire crop.

How to pick or harvest:

To harvest pear berries, simply hold the branch beneath the cluster of ripe berries and gently pluck them off with your fingers. It's best to place a container or basket beneath the branch to catch the berries as they fall.

The easiest and fastest way to pick them is hold your bucket under them in one hand and with your other hand, cup a ripe bunch and gently rub them with your fingers.  The ripe berries will drop into your bucket, while the unripe ones will remain attached to the bush.

Be careful not to squeeze or crush the berries while harvesting to maintain their shape and quality.

Handling and Storage:

Handle pear berries with care as they are delicate and can bruise easily. After harvesting, sort through the berries and remove any damaged or overripe ones. Store the freshly picked berries in a shallow container, preferably in a single layer, to prevent crushing and allow for proper airflow. Refrigerate the berries and consume them within a few days for optimal freshness. If you have an abundant harvest, consider freezing the berries for longer-term storage.

• Once picked, don't place the berries, still warm from the sun, in a closed bag or container. Leave the container open so moisture doesn't form in the container.
• Don't wash berries until just before using, to prevent berries from becoming mushy.
• Chill berries soon after picking to increase shelf life. Store your fresh pears in the refrigerator as soon as you get them home, without washing them, in a covered bowl or storage container. If refrigerated, fresh-picked pears will keep 10 to 14 days.
• Freeze berries in freezer containers without washing to keep the skins from toughening.  Place berries one layer deep. Freeze, then pour the frozen berries into freezer containers. Because unwashed pears freeze individually, they can be easily poured from containers in desired amounts. Remember both frozen and fresh berries should be rinsed and drained just before serving. Just before using, wash the berries in cold water.

 

 

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

• Farm markets and roadside stands
• Local Honey Finder
• Local Meat, Milk and Eggs
• Venues: Farms, Wineries, Orchards for your event, wedding or party
• Easter egg hunts
• Children"s consignment sales
• Fruit and vegetable festivals
• Winery tours and wine tastings
• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
• Corn mazes
• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
• Environmental resources
• Consumer fraud information
• Wholesale food sources
• Resources for Farmers