Hillcrest Orchard
Contact & location
Ellijay, GA 30536
Where Hillcrest Orchard is located
Hillcrest Orchard sits within the Georgia apple belt, close enough to Ellijay for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 9696 Hwy 52 East, Ellijay, Georgia, 30536, Ellijay 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 Georgia 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 Ellijay.
Weather at Hillcrest Orchard
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Planning apple picking near Ellijay? Here's what's on file for Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest Orchard
Pick-your-own is available at Hillcrest Orchard during the harvest window. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and settle up at the farm stand.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Hillcrest Orchard tracks the rest of Georgia. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. If you can only make one trip, late September through early October gives you the best odds of finding both early and mid-season apples on the trees at the same time.
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 Hillcrest Orchard is located
Hillcrest Orchard sits within the Georgia apple belt, close enough to Ellijay for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 9696 Hwy 52 East, Ellijay, Georgia, 30536, Ellijay 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 Georgia 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 Ellijay.
Weather at Hillcrest Orchard
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hillcrest Orchard offer pick-your-own apples?+
Yes. Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest Orchard?+
Beyond picking, Hillcrest Orchard offers pick-your-own.
Data source: USDA Local Food Portal · Confidence: High
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