Pick Heritage Fruit in Capitol Reef Orchards
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September is prime harvest time to pick fresh pears and apples directly from 100-year-old pioneer trees in the historic Fruita district.
Itinerary tips
- 1Check the official U-Pick fruit hotline at 435-425-3791 before arriving for daily updates on which specific orchards are open.
- 2Bring your own sturdy reusable bags or containers, as the park provides picking tools but does not always have bags available.
- 3Arrive with small bills or a credit card to pay for your harvest at the self-service weighing stations located at the orchard gates.
- 4Allocate at least 90 minutes to stroll the historic Fruita district, allowing time for both picking and a visit to the Gifford House for fresh pies.
- 5Park only in designated lots near the Gifford House or along Highway 24, as parking inside the orchard gates is strictly prohibited.
- 6Wear closed-toe shoes to navigate the irrigation ditches and uneven tall grass found beneath the historic 100-year-old trees.
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