It's now apple picking season in the Hawkesbury! Delicious farm fresh apples are now ripe and ready to pick!

Step away from the hustle and bustle and head to the Hawkesbury for a day or two strolling through the fragrant fruit trees, unwind and recharge your batteries. Immerse yourself in the country lifestyle at the Hawkesbury’s famous pick your own fruit orchards, grab some fresh produce and have a lot of fun doing it.

The renowned Hawkesbury food bowl is right on Sydney’s doorstep. Located just over an hour’s drive from Parramatta, the fertile soil and cool climate of the Bilpin area provide ideal growing conditions to produce a delicious array of apples & stone fruit, as well as many other yummy fruits, veggies and nuts too.

That’s right grab the kids it’s time for an adventure! A good dose of fresh air and some old fashion family fun is guaranteed.

One of the best ways to check which  farms are open for picking and when is on the What's On page. You'll find farms are usually open certain days, often weekends and will advise often only a few days in advance. Check each farm's listing, and select "find out more" for details before travelling as last minute changes can occur due to weather or supply.

Fruit picking is not only a great day out for the whole family, but also a wonderful way for kids to learn where our fresh produce comes from.

The kids will burn off some energy and awaken their senses whilst having a hands-on experience. Have them lead the way through the rows of fruit trees and discover what’s around the next bend.

It’s not limited to a family adventure; apple picking makes a great active day out for adventurous couples and sightseeing friends too.

The insta-worthy scenery in picturesque Bilpin is next level. Whether it’s standing in the rows of lovely fruit trees at an orchard or a stop at a rustic cider shed the photo ops here are endless. There's also plenty of cafe's and other things to see an do along the way.

Bilpin’s Apple Pie Trail highlights the best of Bilpin, follow the trail of cafes, orchards and cider sheds all of which have their own unique way of celebrating the delicious mountain apple and be sure not to leave without the must have item a famous homemade apple pie.

Each of the wonderful pick your own fruit farms have their own price structure around picking costs, admission, and guidelines. It is important to check these details out before embarking on your journey, keep in mind to only pick what you are willing to pay for.

These spectacular farms open their doors to the public for this unique experience and it is important to follow the guidelines and to take care whilst on the orchards.

Let’s not let the apple lovers have all the fun, the Hawkesbury also offers the opportunity to head onto farms and pick oranges, mandarins, plums, peaches, tomatoes, berries and even chestnuts when in season. Keep and eye out for those throughout the year.

Plan a day trip or stay awhile in one of the unique accommodation options to soak in what the region has on offer.

Contact us or call in and see us at the Hawkesbury Visitor Information Centre for more information on places to stay, things to do and what's on.