There are four apple orchards in western Washington (near Seattle) and each is home to different types of apples that mature in different seasons.
If you're planning an apple-picking outing, call first to ensure you don't miss the availability of your favorite apples.
BelleWood Acres
231 Ten Mile Rd.
Lynden, WA 98264
360-398-9187
bellewoodapples.com
BelleWood Acres is located in Whatcom County and boasts 24,000 apple trees.
The orchard grows 16 types of apples and produces its own apple cider and pies.
High Meadow Orchards
16003 High Bridge Rd.
Monroe, WA 98272
360-794-2172
This orchard along the Snoqualmie River offers tours by reservation only. Apples are grown in the espalier fashion, which is a method of growing plants and trees against a wall or other flat surface.
The orchard was established in 1996.
Lattin's Country Cider Mill & Farm
9402 Rich Road SE
Olympia, WA 98501
360- 491-7328
lattinscider.com
This orchard has been in business since 1976 and is open to the public.
In addition to its apples, the farm is known for its ciders that are pressed weekly and delivered to customers all over the northwestern United States.
Rosabella's Garden Bakery
8933 Farm to Market Road
Bow, WA 98232
360-766-6360
rosabellasgarden.com
This 50-acre orchard boasts more than 25 types of apples, but visitors may pick only its Jonagold apples. The farm also grows corn, berries and pumpkins. Pastries, pies, and donuts are for sale in the bakery and cafe.
