Brooksby Farm, managed by the City of Peabody, is a 275 acre working farm and conservation area. Visitors can pick apples, strawberries and raspberries at the orchards, visit the petting zoo, browse the farm stand, and hike or cross-country ski on the many trails on the property. Although close to the hubbub of the Boston suburbs, Brooksby Farms is a 250-acre island of serenity. Footpaths and trails cover the acreage of this farm and orchards. Bring a sled or rent cross-country skis and snowshoes and wander through the rare evergreens of the Woodland Garden. Brooksby Farm is also the location of the historic Nathaniel Felton Sr. and Nathaniel Felton Jr. homes, the Smith Barn, and the Woodland Gardens, which are operated by the Peabody Historical Society. Check out Povo's Guide to Apple Picking in Massachusetts!

If you are looking for 'the one' place that meets your Fall Orchard needs, Belkin Family Look-Out Farm is probably it. One of the closest places to Boston, their vision is to be the #1 healthy, outdoor, family fun destination in the Boston and metrowest area. Almost an orchard/amusement park hybrid. Belkin pretty much has all the activities and features you might like in an orchard - hayrides, pumpkins, train, maze, 2 petting zoos, hay pile, bees, playground, and live entertainment on weekends - you name it, you can pretty much count on Belkin having it. While the farm was established in 1651, it has been under new ownership since Steve & Joan Belkin bought the farm in 2005 (it used to be called the Marino Look Out Farm) and the improvements and growth are substantial. You should keep in mind that everything that is good about Belkin, does have its drawbacks. Closer to Boston means more people and larger crowds. Having a zoo, maze, train, playground means more for kids to do, but also more 'excitement', noise, and craziness. If you are looking for a great one-stop place and are ok with it being a bit more crowded and noisy - Belkin is great. If you are looking for a more traditional peaceful 'walk in the orchard' New England Apple Picking experience, other places will better meet your needs. In short, Belkin is best for families with kids who don't want or cannot handle a longer drive and need entertainment and the full experience. Definitely not a 'take a date and have a picnic in the apple orchard' place. Weeekdays are definitely less crowded than weekends. If going on a weekend and you want to avoid the heavier crowds--arrive early! A few other items of note: Senior discounts on Mondays, Frequent Shopper discounts, and Weekly Farm Market Specials. They also have a Frequent Shopper Card: after 10 purchases of $10 or more you get $5 worth of market items on your next visit. And, the farm makes it's own brand of artisinal gelato! Check out Guide to Apple Picking in MA

Full service year round farm. With fruits and veggies continually harvested year round, apple picking and pumpkin patches in the fall, and Christmas trees and wreathes in the winter, Clark farm takes care of all your needs year round. No pesticides used at the farm.

Dowse Orchards is a great place for families in the Boston area to come and visit. Come and learn of our agriculture and history, as they have been operating in the Sherborn location for 200 years and are a Massachusetts Century Farm. Dowse Farm produces apples, vegetables, greenhouse Crops, flowers, christmas trees and pumpkins, to name just a few. We have operated a roadside farm stand for more than 60 years, selling the products we raise on a seasonal basis. Today's farms are becoming more diversified, and our farm now offers more than just fruit and vegetables. You will find brilliant spring flowers grown in our greenhouses, a wide selection of popular perennials, seasonal fresh harvest vegetables, our many kinds of apples, and the freshest Christmas trees ready for you to cut. Our Farm Stand also offers maple syrup, our own line of preserves, gift baskets, sweet apple cider pressed fresh every week, and of course our apples. McIntosh, Cortland, and Macoun are among the many favorites of the more than 20 varieties we raise. Our season starts in May with annuals and flowers grown in our greenhouses, and fresh vegetables from the gardens soon follow. In September we offer pumpkins by the thousands, hardy mums for all your decorations, and our fields are open for Pick-Your-Own apples. The Cider Mill is in full operation squeezing fresh apples into the best tasting fresh cider you can find. In December we finish our season with Christmas trees and Holiday Baskets. Come and join in the fun - enjoy a cup of homemade hot mulled cider while you select your Christmas tree from the field where it grows. We also schedule school tours for area children during the fall and provide information about our farm and the tools we need to operate it, including information about modern pest control methods known as IPM. So when you visit the Boston area, remind yourself to stop by Dowse Orchards and our roadside farm stand. You are sure to enjoy the visit and the many products we have to offer! We hope you enjoy your visit to our website and will come back often to check on our progress and the development of our crops. Check out Povo's Guide to Apple Picking Orchards in MA!

Connor's farm in Danvers offers all sorts of New England family fun, with activities like apple picking, pumpkin picking, hayrides, and pony rides. Some of the services are as follows:

• Strawberries: mid-June to mid-July
• Peas: mid-June to mid-July
• Peaches: mid-July to mid-August
• Blueberries: mid-July to mid-August
• Raspberries: early July to frost Cut
• Flowers: early July to frost
• Apples: Labor Day to Late October
• Pumpkins: October

• 7 Acre Corn Maze Starting Mid Sept till Oct 31 Weekends

Groups encouraged to make appointments, call 978-777-1245 on weekdays

• Pony Ride Sat & Sun
• Singles night Oct 10th
• Haunted Maze on Oct 31

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WILL OPEN SEPTEMBER 20th FOR APPLE PICKING From the website: Highland Farm is a family owned and operated working farm and apple orchard located inside 495 in Holliston, MA. We are very proud of the hard work and effort that we put into producing top quality apples and vegetables for you and your family. We invite you to visit us. The farm is 150 acres in size and currently has 40 acres in production with apple trees, pear trees and fresh fruits and vegetables. In the fall you can pick your own tree-ripened apples or purchase them already picked at our farm stand. We offer 11 different varieties of apples, including: Honey Crisp, Golden Supreme, Granny Smith, Jonagold, McIntosh-Red Max, Macoun, Fuji, Pink Lady, Cortland, Braeburn and Twin Bee Gala. Please refer to the Our Apples page for more information about these different varieties. Sorry we do not allow pets in our orchard. Our farm stand offers a wonderful selection of local jams, jellies and a wide variety of seasonal vegetables. In addition, we have an extensive selection of annuals, perenials, trees and shrubs to choose from. We also have hay available for feed and construction purposes. Check out Povo's Guide to Apple Picking in MA!

Smolak Farms is a small family owned business. Hop-on a hayrides on Tuesday's 10am-12pm beginning September 9th. They also offer apple, pumpkin, and raspberry picking, a farmstand, and a bakery. During the Holiday Season there are U-Choose and Cut varieties: Balsam Fir, White Fir (Concolor Fir), Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir. PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir. Also, there are appearances from Santa, live reindeer, and Christmas wreathes. Check out Povo's Guide to Apple Picking in MA!

From their website: Shelburne Farm is the oldest Pick Your Own apple orchard in eastern Massachusetts. During the fall the farm invites the public to enjoy lovely New England fall days while picking peaches, pumpkins, and over twenty varieties of apples.The Apple Shop is stocked full of goodies including fresh picked apples, sweet cider, Vermont and Massachusetts cheeses, jams, jellies, and condiments, frozen apple pie and apple crisp, and many other country items. Just for kids - the apple shop now has a complete line of farm toys, including miniature tractors. On weekends and holidays the specialties of the farm include fresh baked apple pie, apple squares, and hot cider doughnuts made right before your eyes. Come early for our almost famous caramel apples. Check out Povo's Guide to Apple Picking in Massachusetts!

Fairmont Farm offers seasonal apple picking from labor day through sometime in October, depending on seasonal conditions. They grow 10 varities of apples, as well as peaches, pears, and a variety of produce. They also raise and sell their own sheep, and raise chickens for their eggs. All of these items are for sale at their farmstand along with pies and other assorted goodies. Check out Povo's Guide to Apple Picking in MA!

Honeypot offer over 200 acres of scenic apple orchards to enjoy, as well as blueberry picking in the fall, and pear picking, and is a popular destination for outdoor family New England family fun. They have the labyrinthal Hedge Maze, an exact replica of the famous "Hampden Court" Maze in England. Every weekend, hayrides operate from 10AM to 5PM between labor day and Halloween. There's a petting zoo with cute and cuddly critters for the kiddies to play with, and they offer a range of treats, including yummy cider donuts, caramel apples, apple & blueberry pies made daily at their on site bakery. Pick Your Own Apples is open for the season, with Ginger Golds, Sansa, Akane, & Red Gravenstein all available. The farm supplies containers & bags. Also, check out Povo's Guide to Apple Picking!