Stribling Orchard
Contact & location
Markham, VA 22643
Where Stribling Orchard is located
Stribling Orchard is tucked into Fauquier County, on the outskirts of Markham. It's one of a handful of working apple farms in this part of the state that still opens the rows to visitors each fall.
Most guests punch 11587 Poverty Hollow Ln, Markham 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 Virginia 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 Markham.
Weather at Stribling Orchard
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Historic 200+ year old orchard in the Blue Ridge foothills.
If you're looking for U-Pick near Markham, VA, Stribling Orchard is one of the working orchards in the area. The page pulls hours, address, and any confirmed varieties or activities into one place so you don't have to chase them across five sites.
Apple Picking at Stribling Orchard
Stribling Orchard sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
Apple Varieties Grown Here
Stribling Orchard grows 5 apple varieties. Each ripens between late August and late October, so what's available depends on when you visit.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Stribling Orchard tracks the rest of Virginia. 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.
Saturdays fill up fast once the first frost hits. Sunday afternoons and any weekday morning are noticeably calmer if you'd rather not queue at the register.
Hours & Season Dates
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 Stribling Orchard is located
Stribling Orchard is tucked into Fauquier County, on the outskirts of Markham. It's one of a handful of working apple farms in this part of the state that still opens the rows to visitors each fall.
Most guests punch 11587 Poverty Hollow Ln, Markham 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 Virginia 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 Markham.
Weather at Stribling Orchard
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is apple picking season at Stribling Orchard?+
Apple season at Stribling Orchard runs from Mid August to Late October.
What are Stribling Orchard's hours?+
Stribling Orchard is open Sat-Sun 9am-5pm Aug-Oct. Hours shift with the harvest, so confirm before you drive out.
What apple varieties can I pick at Stribling Orchard?+
Stribling Orchard grows Gala, Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, Stayman, Winesap. Which varieties are ripe depends on the week you visit.
What else is there to do at Stribling Orchard?+
Beyond picking, Stribling Orchard offers Pick-your-own.
Data source: Manual entry · Confidence: High
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