Fresh and Local
Contact & location
Nashville, TN 37221
Where Fresh and Local is located
Fresh and Local sits within the Tennessee apple belt, close enough to Nashville for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 7146 Riverfront Dr, Nashville 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 Tennessee 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 Nashville.
Weather at Fresh and Local
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Open: June to October
Planning apple picking near Nashville? Here's what's on file for Fresh and Local, 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 Fresh and Local
Pick-your-own is available at Fresh and Local during the harvest window. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and settle up at the farm stand.
Other Crops & Produce
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Fresh and Local tracks the rest of Tennessee. 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 Fresh and Local is located
Fresh and Local sits within the Tennessee apple belt, close enough to Nashville for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 7146 Riverfront Dr, Nashville 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 Tennessee 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 Nashville.
Weather at Fresh and Local
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fresh and Local offer pick-your-own apples?+
Yes. Fresh and Local 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 Fresh and Local?+
Beyond picking, Fresh and Local offers pick-your-own, pumpkins.
Data source: USDA Local Food Portal · Confidence: High
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