apples
pick your own
in caledon
Apple picking is now open!
We are currently picking Gingergold, Gala, Mcintosh & Wealthy!
Apple Picking
We will be Open daily from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm. The last admission to the field is 5 pm.Guests have the choice of picking a 10 lb bag of apples for $28 (max 3 people per bag) or a 20 lb bag of apples for $46 (max 5 people per bag).
You are required to purchase a bag based on the amount of people in your group. This applies to all individuals who enter the farm. Bags are purchased at the entrance.
No Pets Please.
All bags, large purses, backpacks and diaper bags must remain locked in your vehicle during your visit. You need your hands free to pick apples!
Harvest Calendar:
| VARIETY | START DATE | APPROX END DATE | DESCRIPTION | |
| Ginger Gold | August 14 | September 4 | Sweet & mildly tart | |
| Sunrise | August 14 | September 4 | Small, sweet, crunchy | |
| Wealthy | August 14 | September 4 | Sweet, tart, and refreshing | |
| Paula Red | August 27 | September 10 | Sharp, lively, and tangy | |
| Zestar | August 27 | September 10 | Crisp, sweet-tart, cider undertone | |
| McIntosh | September 9 | October 1 | Tender, juicy, aromatic, tart-sweet | |
| Courtland | September 16 | October 8 | Tart with hint of sweet and tangy | |
| Gala | September 9 | October 8 | Crisp, firm, juicy, mild and sweet | |
| Macoun | September 16 | October 8 | Sweet and tangy, berry undertones | |
| Honey Crisp | September 18 | October 1 | Crisp, juicy, mild, honeyed flavour | |
| Empire | September 24 | November 9 | Sweet-tart, juicy cross between Red Delicious and McIntosh | |
| Ambrosia | October 1 | October 24 | Juicy, Honeyed Flavour | |
| Golden Delicious | October 1 | October 24 | Crisp, mild, sweet | |
| Jonagold | October 1 | November 9 | Crisp, juicy, sweet | |
| Mutsu | October 1 | November 9 | Sweet-tart, distinct flavour | |
| Northern Spy | October 1 | October 30 | Sweet, mildly tart | |
| Red Delicious | October 1 | November 9 | Sweet, juicy | |
| Russet | October 14 | November 4 | Sweet and rich, pear-like undertones | |
| Red Fuji | October 18 | November 9 | Mild sweet, juicy, firm |
Please note that when varieties become ready, we are typically picking them for about 3 weeks. We cannot promise how long each variety will be available as selection is based on weather and the number of guests who visit the farm. Thank you for understanding.
More Information
Location: 13707 Heart Lake Road
Our apple orchard is located just behind the parking area at Downey’s Strawberry & Apple Farm
Wagon Rides: Are available each weekend out to the orchard (weather permitting).
Apple Cider: Freshly pressed, our cider is available mid-September until closing early November
Candy Apples: Are available on weekends late-September until the end of October
Buses: If you are planning a bus trip to pick at the orchard, please contact us by email before you come so that we are ready for you!
(info@downeysupickfarm.ca)
Hours: Daily from 9:30 am to last entrance at 5 pm.
No Pets Please!
Service animals must be authorized legal working animals in Ontario, emotional support animals are not permitted!
Please leave all bags, large purses, backpacks and diaper bags locked safely in your vehicle! They will not be permitted in the orchard.