High Places Orchard

In October 2014 visited this nicely hidden away family orchard. Grown from one sapling over 30 years ago, it contains more than seven varieties of apples (not including the various sub-​varieites). The gentleman has his hands full, but takes the time to give you the lay of the land, educate you on the multiple variations of golden and red delicious, and encourage you to explore the property including a little pond perfect for picnics. After handing you apple pickers and a LARGE box for you to fill, he ushers you off with encouragement to sample anything and everything.
Organic, natural, farm fresh means not looking grocery store shinny and clean. We were informed, but had no idea that it really is just dirt and dust washed off. Regret that as it cost us having more of our favorites! Once washed at home, they were more beautiful and the flavor was 10x that of store bought. They were the best apples we have had in years! Top anything from the local farmers markets.
Make a day of it! Take friends, family, and the kids. Pack a picnic. Bring some soapy water and paper towels for immediate enjoyment! Who needs dessert with apples like these?
Did I neglect to say that the price can’t be compared to any other source be it other larger farms, farmers market or stores. Bring cash! Last year it was $ 18 a box (about paper size, 10 reams). CALL to find out what is in season.
Red Delicious (3 – 5 variations)
Golden Delicious (3 – 5 variations)
WineSap (TART AND FLAVORFUL!!!)
Stayman (SWEET and JUICY!!!)
York
Rome
Granny Smith
Early Season: Gala, Cortland, McIntosh, Jonathan

We went here on an early November Saturday afternoon to pick apples! As you drive down the gravel road towards the orchard you pass by a sign that reads «these trees of righteousness are watched over by angels» followed by a cross. So, at first we were a bit hesitant about what we were getting ourselves into. Turns out, the couple that owns the orchard are extremely nice. They took the time to explain what all the different kinds of apples were and also gave us apple picking sticks so that we could get the apples way up top.
Even though we came to the orchard kind of late in the season, we were still able to pick 2 full bushels of apples. You can’t really beat $ 13/​bushel! Each bushel must have weighed about 40 pounds. When we went back to the house to return the tools, the couple also offered us apple butter and homemade apple cider! So far at home, I’ve been able to make apple crisp, apple pie, and apple muffins with still tons of apples left over. Hope they don’t go bad!
Tip: The entrance to the orchard where you pick up the boxes/​tools is on the left. You basically drive right up the owner’s driveway to their house. Don’t be afraid to knock. They’re very nice! Also, I don’t believe they have call waiting, so if you try calling, you might get a busy signal.