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McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard

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Where McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard is located

McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard sits within the Arkansas apple belt, close enough to Fayetteville for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.

From the middle of Fayetteville, expect a short drive on rural roads. Cell service can drop out on the last mile, so download the map before you leave the highway.

Once you're in the area, downtown Fayetteville has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.

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Serving North Arkansas since 1824, McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard knows how to do apple picking. They have year-round events and picking opportunities, but their apple-picking and Fall Festival are not to be missed. This year, the festival runs from September 13th to November 1st. You can also subscribe to their newsletter for updates.

Planning apple picking near Fayetteville? Here's what's on file for McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard, along with the map, driving details, and current conditions so you can decide whether it's the right stop for your weekend.

Pick-Your-Own Apples at McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard

Pick-your-own is available at McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard during the harvest window. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and settle up at the farm stand.

On-Farm Activities

pick-your-own

Best Time to Visit

Apple season at McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard tracks the rest of Arkansas. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. For photographers and casual pickers alike, the first three weekends of October tend to be the sweet spot, cooler mornings, changing leaves, and the widest variety selection.

Fall festival weekends can double the crowd overnight, so it's worth checking the orchard's social feed the day before you go. Off-festival weekdays are typically wide open.

What to Bring

• Cash (backup for the farm stand)
• Closed-toe walking shoes
• A light jacket or flannel
• Sunscreen and a hat
• Water bottles for the walk
• Reusable bags for the ride home
• A camera or phone charged for photos
• Small bills for cider and donuts

Where McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard is located

McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard sits within the Arkansas apple belt, close enough to Fayetteville for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.

From the middle of Fayetteville, expect a short drive on rural roads. Cell service can drop out on the last mile, so download the map before you leave the highway.

Once you're in the area, downtown Fayetteville has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard offer pick-your-own apples?+

Yes. McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard runs pick-your-own during the apple harvest. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and pay at the farm stand.

What else is there to do at McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard?+

Beyond picking, McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard offers pick-your-own.

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