Apple Orchards That Allow Dogs

At the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains lies this gorgeous farm and orchard, which is not only a working farm but also a popular wedding venue.
Besides a pick-your-own experience, Chattooga Belle Farm also offers cabin rentals, a bistro for lunch and dinner, disc golf, and an amazing variety of exotic fruits like Asian pears, figs, pawpaws, and persimmons.

Open for the 2026 season (variety of Upick fruit options)
Apples will be available for Upick: August-October, 2026
Farm store is open year-round – Check the Chattooga Belle Farm Website for daily updates on available options.

Offers:
Restaurant serving lunch and dinner
Cabin rental
Event Venue
Disc Golf
Distillery
Pre-picked apples, table grapes, wine grapes, peaches, exotic fruits, and more.
Farm Store

Dogs are allowed, but not in the fruit areas or inside dining. They are allowed for outside dining and the disc golf trail.

Located in a picturesque part of Hendersonville with views of the mountains, Justus Orchard is the perfect place to go apple picking. Their apple cider donuts are also a treat not to be missed. This apple orchard in Hendersonville, NC was one of the first in the state to invite customers to not only buy apples already picked but also allow visitors to go into the orchard and pick their own apples.

Distance from Greenville: About 40 miles (roughly 50 minutes)

Open for the 2026 season (opened July 1st).
U-pick apples begin in August. Multiple varieties available for we-pick.

Check the Justus Orchard Facebook page for current U-pick status before heading up.

Pet Policy: Well-behaved dogs on leash allowed; owners must pick up after them.

Offers:

• Blackberries: July through August
• Apples: Mid August through Early November
• Pumpkins
• Apple Cider donuts/treats
• Taproom
• Bakery
• Apple cannon ($)
• Jumping pillow ($)
• Cow Train ($)
• Playground

Justus Orchard

Take your family for fall fun and apple picking at this beloved WNC orchard, with family activities & taproom!

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A KAG reader favorite, Sky Top Orchard offers mountain views, ponds with ducks and geese, farm animals, play structures, and apple and fruit trees. Don’t miss the amazing apple cider donuts. Last year there were some concerns about Sky Top getting too crowded, so maybe try to go during the week if you prefer smaller crowds.

Distance from Greenville: About 40 miles (roughly 50 minutes)

2026 Official season-opening date: Now Open.
U-pick for 2026 is by appointment only – make an appointment.

• Open weekends in July for donuts, peaches, wagon rides, and farm store apples; follow their Facebook page for updates.
• Open daily beginning August 7th, 2026.
• Apple u-pick is open for 2026 (by appointment).

Pet Policy: Dogs on leash allowed, but not in the fruit stand.

Offers:

• U-pick apples
• Farm Store with Cider donuts
• Farm animals
• Wagon Rides
• Playground
• Gold Rush Gem Mine
• Accessible for wheelchairs and strollers

Offers:

• • U-pick apples
  • Farm Store with Cider donuts
  • Farm animals
  • Wagon Rides
  • Playground
  • Gold Rush Gem Mine
  • Accessible for wheelchairs and strollers

Sky Top Orchard

Make the best fall memories at this Western NC favorite, with apple picking, mountain views, and all the autumn charm you’re looking for.

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Open 50 years, Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard are experts on organizing their orchard for u-pick. They begin their family fun and farm activities in mid-August and invite you to bring a lunch and spend the day at the orchard.

Distance from Greenville: About 40 miles (roughly 50 minutes)

Apple season opening: Early August 2026 (exact date TBD)

Check their Facebook page for up-to-date info on what’s available for picking.

Pet Policy: Pet-friendly, on leash only. Not allowed in Apple House or wagon ride.

Offers:

• U-pick tulips in Spring
• U-pick Apples in Fall
• Grapes
• Sunflowers
• Farm Store
• Picnic Space
• Corn Maze ($)
• Jump Pads (on weekends) ($)
• Apple Cannon (on weekends) ($)

Stepp’s Orchard

Pick apples, explore a corn maze, and eat pumpkin donuts at this fall favorite.

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The owners of the Windy Hill Orchard and Cider Mill got their start 20 years ago when they wanted to create the perfect apple cider (they apparently succeeded). Their main apple variety is the Stayman Winesap, and U-pick opens up in mid-August. The orchard asks that everyone 2 years of age and older have their own pre-purchased bag before heading into the orchard. They also have weekend events that include live music. Reservations are required to U-pick apples.

Distance from Greenville: About 78 miles (roughly 1 hour 20 minutes)

Opening Date: August 13th, 2026 for Fall Season
Upick apple reservations open late August 

Pet Policy: Pets allowed on leash in most areas, but not permitted in the Orchard or Farm Stand (service animals excepted). Please clean up after pets and keep them off tables.

Offers:

• U-pick Apples
• Farm Store with baked apple goods
• Hard Cider Tastings
• Cider donuts
• Apple cider slushies

Windy Hill Orchard and Cider Mill

Make a day of it in York County with cider, donuts, and more family fun nearby.

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