Pick-Your-Own Fruit

Spring strawberries lead to juicy peaches and blueberries in the summer. In the fall, apples ripen, and pumpkins are ready to become pies.

Strawberries are available from mid-April to mid-June. Flowers are available from Jlu through September.  Peaches are available from mid-June to mid-Sept. Pumpkins   are available from mid-late-Sept through Nov.    Apples are available from mid-August through Nov. Blueberries and Blackberries	 are available  in June.

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Picking Policies

At Chiles Peach Orchard

Pre-pay for PYO

Before picking, you’ll pre-pay by container size (or per pumpkin). Guests must purchase at least one container for every 2-3 people picking fruit. You may fill your container only once.

Woman with yellow shirt holding fresh picked strawberries at Chiles Peach Orchard

Expect Strawberries in May

Our picking season kicks off with the taste of strawberries in May. When it comes to sweets, these berries are always the star of the show!

Ripe pick your own peaches at Chiles Orchards in VA

Expect Peaches in June

Nothing says summer like the sweet taste of a perfectly ripened peach. While Mother Nature has the final say, we typically have peaches ready for picking from June to September.

apple picking at Chiles Peach Orchard

Expect Apples in July

From the summer’s Lodi and Gala apples to the fall’s famous Pink Ladies, our orchard has over a dozen delicious apple varieties available for picking throughout the season!


Check in with Staff

Before picking, you must check in with orchard staff. We’ll provide picking instructions, let you know what and where to pick (availability varies by day), and update you on everything going on that day!

Everyone in your group must check in at the same time.


Anticipated Fruit Availability

At Chiles Peach Orchard

Pick-Your-Own Fruit

Within reach of downtown Crozet, the orchard is surrounded by beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with opportunities to pick your own fruit almost every season.

Strawberries are available from mid-April to mid-June. Flowers are available from Jlu through September.  Peaches are available from mid-June to mid-Sept. Pumpkins   are available from mid-late-Sept through Nov.    Apples are available from mid-August through Nov. Blueberries and Blackberries	 are available  in June.

Pre-Picked & Ready

Visit the Farm Market for fresh fruits and vegetables, plus jarred goods and local gifts.

Sweet cherries are available from late May to mid-June. Veggies   are available July through Oct. Cut Flowers    are available July through Sept. Strawberries are available from mid-April to mid-June. Nectarines are available from mid-June to late Aug. Pumpkins and gourds are available from mid-Sept through Nov.  Peaches are available from mid-June to mid-Sept. Pumpkins   are available from mid-late-Sept through Nov.    Apples are available from mid-August through Nov. Blueberries and Blackberries	 are available  in June.
Cider donut on a peach tree

Fresh Cider Donuts & Pies

Our fresh cider donuts and scrumptious pies are fan favorites! (Even if you can’t actually pluck ’em straight from the tree.) Get our freezing and reheating tips to always have a delicious dessert on hand.

Carter Mountain Wine Chardonnay 2020 bottles

Farm to Glass Wine

Raise a glass; we have our own wine! The wine bar at Chiles Peach Orchard offers serves wine made from our farm-grown grapes. Available by the glass or bottle.

Cider donut bread pudding in a bowl with an Carter Mountain Orchard mason jar mug and apple in background

Cider Donut Bread Pudding

Easy to make and sinfully delicious, this recipe is perfect for satisfying the sweet tooth of any hungry crowd. Visit us for the apple cider donuts and apples you need to whip this recipe up at home!