Avila Valley Barn
Contact & location
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Where Avila Valley Barn is located
Avila Valley Barn sits within the California apple belt, close enough to San Luis Obispo for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 560 Avila Beach Dr, San Luis Obispo into their phone and let GPS do the work, the entrance is signed from the road and there's a parking area once you turn in.
Nearby you'll find the kind of scenery California does well in October, farm stands, rural churches, and roads lined with maples turning red. It's a solid half-day out even without leaving San Luis Obispo.
Weather at Avila Valley Barn
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
A Central Coast favorite, this family-owned farm is a hit with families and weekend warriors. Avila Valley Barn is a u-pick paradise with apples, peaches, berries, and cut flowers, depending on the season. With hayrides, a petting zoo, homemade pies, excellent BBQ, and an extensive farm shop, it’s an iconic family-friendly farm stop just minutes from the coast.
Planning apple picking near San Luis Obispo? Here's what's on file for Avila Valley Barn, along with the map, driving details, and current conditions so you can decide whether it's the right stop for your weekend.
Apple Picking at Avila Valley Barn
Avila Valley Barn sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Avila Valley Barn tracks the rest of California. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. The window most families aim for is the last two weeks of September into the first two of October, that's when Honeycrisp, Empire, and mid-season varieties usually overlap.
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 Avila Valley Barn is located
Avila Valley Barn sits within the California apple belt, close enough to San Luis Obispo for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 560 Avila Beach Dr, San Luis Obispo into their phone and let GPS do the work, the entrance is signed from the road and there's a parking area once you turn in.
Nearby you'll find the kind of scenery California does well in October, farm stands, rural churches, and roads lined with maples turning red. It's a solid half-day out even without leaving San Luis Obispo.
Weather at Avila Valley Barn
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What else is there to do at Avila Valley Barn?+
Beyond picking, Avila Valley Barn offers u-pick apples, hayrides, petting zoo, farm shop.
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