Best Apple Orchards & Pumpkin Patches on Long Island

Nothing says fall on Long Island like a crisp apple in your hand and the perfect pumpkin in your wagon. Whether you’re house-hunting, new to the neighborhood, or just looking for a weekend adventure, Long Island is packed with orchards and pumpkin patches that make autumn unforgettable. 🍎🎃

From family-friendly farms to scenic spots with cider doughnuts and hayrides, here are some of the best places to soak in the season.

1. Harbes Family Farm – Mattituck

Harbes is a Long Island fall favorite, and for good reason. With 78 acres of orchards, a corn maze, pumpkin picking, and their famous roasted corn, this North Fork gem is the perfect day trip. Don’t miss their wine barn for a little grown-up fall fun.

2. Wickham’s Fruit Farm – Cutchogue

Known as one of the oldest operating farms in the country, Wickham’s offers a picture-perfect fall experience. You can pick your own apples, enjoy homemade apple cider, and grab some freshly baked cider doughnuts. The views of the Peconic Bay make it extra special.

3. Elwood Pumpkin Farm – Huntington

Elwood Pumpkin Farm is one of the few places on Long Island where you can actually pick your pumpkin right off the vine. It’s a local favorite for families looking for a more authentic pumpkin-picking experience. They also have a kid-friendly corn maze, making it the perfect fall outing close to home.

4. Brightwaters Farms – Bay Shore

If you’re looking for a kid-friendly fall day, Brightwaters Farms has it all: pony rides, hayrides, apple picking, and pumpkins galore. Their fall festival weekends are perfect for making memories with the whole family.

5. Schmitt’s Family Farm – Melville

This farm is a go-to for pumpkin picking in western Suffolk. Along with fields of pumpkins, they offer a spooky haunted house and haunted corn maze for thrill seekers. It’s the ultimate mix of fall fun and Halloween spirit.

🍁 Why We Love Fall on Long Island

Fall isn’t just a season here—it’s an experience. From apple orchards to pumpkin patches, every farm visit comes with cozy vibes, warm cider, and a reason to spend time outdoors before winter arrives.

And if you’re dreaming about a home nearby, imagine weekends spent exploring these farms right in your backyard. That’s the magic of Long Island living.

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