
Fin Irene sits in Blue Grass Highland Co, Virginia, one of the classic apple-growing pockets of Virginia. The farm's street address is 2182 Maple Sugar Road, Blue Grass Highland Co, VA .
Most visitors reach Fin Irene by car; the drive winds past rolling farmland that's especially pretty during peak fall color. From the nearest highway exit, follow signs toward Blue Grass Highland Co and continue on local county roads to 2182 Maple Sugar Road. GPS is reliable to the farm entrance, and there is on-site parking once you arrive.
Landmarks in the area include downtown Blue Grass Highland Co, nearby farm stands, and small-town diners that make a great pre or post-picking stop. Cell service can get spotty on back roads, so it's smart to download the map to your phone before you leave the highway.
Fin Irene is a Certified Organic Orchard and Farmstead in beautiful Highland County VA. We have many great eating apple varieties with other fruits and veggies.
Looking for the best apple picking near Blue Grass Highland Co, Virginia? Fin Irene is a working apple orchard located in Blue Grass Highland Co, Virginia, welcoming families, couples, and photographers each fall for a classic American harvest experience.
Fin Irene sits inside one of Virginia's most beloved apple-growing regions. Between the smell of fresh cider, warm apple donuts, and rows of Honeycrisp and McIntosh trees heavy with fruit, it's the kind of place that turns a simple Saturday into a memory your kids will still talk about years later.
Apple picking availability at Fin Irene depends on the week and weather. Call ahead the morning of your visit to confirm.
Apple season at Fin Irene runs from late August through late October, like most orchards in Virginia. The sweet spot for a first-time visit is the last two weeks of September through the first two weeks of October.
Weekends between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. are the friendliest time to arrive. Weekdays are the most peaceful, a Tuesday or Wednesday morning may have entire rows to yourself.
Fin Irene sits in Blue Grass Highland Co, Virginia, one of the classic apple-growing pockets of Virginia. The farm's street address is 2182 Maple Sugar Road, Blue Grass Highland Co, VA .
Most visitors reach Fin Irene by car; the drive winds past rolling farmland that's especially pretty during peak fall color. From the nearest highway exit, follow signs toward Blue Grass Highland Co and continue on local county roads to 2182 Maple Sugar Road. GPS is reliable to the farm entrance, and there is on-site parking once you arrive.
Landmarks in the area include downtown Blue Grass Highland Co, nearby farm stands, and small-town diners that make a great pre or post-picking stop. Cell service can get spotty on back roads, so it's smart to download the map to your phone before you leave the highway.
Contact Fin Irene directly to confirm whether pick-your-own apples are available on the date you plan to visit, availability can change week to week based on ripeness and weather.
Apple season at most U.S. orchards runs from late August through late October. Call ahead or check Fin Irene's website before your visit to confirm which varieties are ripe.
Hours at Fin Irene vary by season. We recommend calling ahead at 703-431-1675 or checking their website the morning of your visit.
Pick-your-own apple prices in the U.S. typically run $1.50–$3.00 per pound, or $20–$40 for a half-bushel bag. Fin Irene sets prices at the entrance each season based on the current crop.
Fin Irene grows several classic apple varieties. Popular picks include Honeycrisp for eating, Cortland for baking, and Granny Smith for pies and cider.
Absolutely, Fin Irene welcomes families and offers apples, fruits, vegetables.
Most working orchards ask that pets stay home for food-safety reasons. Call Fin Irene to confirm their current pet policy before bringing your dog.
Fin Irene has on-site parking that's free for guests. Fall weekends are the busiest, mornings are the calmest time to visit.
Bring cash, comfortable closed-toe shoes, a light jacket, sunscreen, water, and a camera. Fin Irene usually provides picking bags or buckets.
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