Pick Heirloom Apples in Fruita Orchards
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Harvest crisp apples directly from historic trees planted by pioneers in the lush valley of Capitol Reef, surrounded by red rock cliffs.
Itinerary tips
- 1Check the official 'Fruit Hotline' or visitor center board for which specific orchards are open for picking each day.
- 2Bring a sturdy bag or container, as the park provides picking poles and ladders but does not supply take-home vessels.
- 3Plan for at least one to two hours to wander the orchards and enjoy the scenery between the Fremont River and the red cliffs.
- 4Park in designated dirt pull-offs near the Gifford House to avoid blocking narrow historic roads and damaging the irrigation systems.
- 5Pay for your harvest at self-service scale stations located at the orchard entrances using cash or the recreation.gov app.
- 6Visit the nearby Gifford House early in the morning to pair your picking with a fresh-baked fruit pie before they sell out.
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