Nichols Farm
Where Nichols Farm is located
Nichols Farm is tucked into Virginia, on the outskirts of Troutville. 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.
From Troutville center, 1124 Apple Orchard Lane is a short drive on county roads. Weekend traffic can back up near the entrance on peak fall Saturdays, arriving before 11 a.m. usually skips the wait.
Once you're in the area, downtown Troutville has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.
Weather at Nichols Farm
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
All ages welcome. Baskets, cider, apple butter, honey, preserves, apple cookbooks, apple peelers, country crafts for sale. Gift baskets. Bring take-home containers. Pumpkins.
If you're looking for U-Pick near Troutville, VA, Nichols Farm 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 Nichols Farm
Nichols Farm sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Nichols Farm tracks the rest of Virginia. 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.
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.
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 Nichols Farm is located
Nichols Farm is tucked into Virginia, on the outskirts of Troutville. 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.
From Troutville center, 1124 Apple Orchard Lane is a short drive on county roads. Weekend traffic can back up near the entrance on peak fall Saturdays, arriving before 11 a.m. usually skips the wait.
Once you're in the area, downtown Troutville has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.
Weather at Nichols Farm
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 Nichols Farm?+
Beyond picking, Nichols Farm offers apples, cider, apple butter, honey, preserves, apple cookbooks, and more.
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