Fall Ticketed Entry

Apple season is here, and we’re excited to make your traditional fall experience the very best it can be! Carter Mountain Orchard is open seven days a week this fall, including the orchard, the Country Store & Bakery, the Wine Shop, and the Bold Rock Hard Cider Taproom.

Entry is free on most weekdays, and on weekends during the non-peak fall season (early September and late November). For weekend admission from 9/12–11/15, we require entry passes.

Entry passes are required for the following 2026 weekends:

Note: vehicles over 20 feet in length cannot be accommodated on ticketed days.

Come Up Any Weekend!

Flexible entry with Anytime Passes and Season Passes

With Anytime Passes, you can come up the mountain when you like without choosing a weekend in advance. Anytime Passes are limited — get them while they’re available!

Apple-obsessed? Season Passes allow for unlimited fall visits, even on the busiest weekends.

Drive-thru Available

No entry pass required!

Want fresh-picked mountain apples and other Carter Mountain fall favorites without purchasing an entry pass? Take advantage of our drive-thru option, available on ticketed days! Learn more

FAQ

Who needs a pass?

Visitors ages 12 and older. No entry passes are required for children under 12. Orchard activities, including picking, hayrides, and special events, are not included with ticket purchase.

How much are passes?

Single Entry Passes for a particular day are $10/person (ages 12+).

For flexibility, we are offering a limited number of Anytime Passes ($20/person) that may be used one time on any of our ticketed days. We also offer Season Passes ($25/person), which can be used an unlimited number of times on 2026 ticketed fall weekends.

Children under 12 are free.

Why do I need a pass?

Fall weekends are a very popular time to visit Carter Mountain Orchard. If you’d like to visit the orchard in person on one of the ticketed days — including entering the Country Store, Wine Shop, and Bold Rock Tap Room, or picking apples — you’ll need a pass.

Passes are not required on any other day. We encourage you to visit on a weekday or non-ticketed day.

Do I need to get passes before I arrive?

To guarantee the date and time slot you want, reserve your passes in advance.

If you arrive without a pass, we’ll accommodate you as space allows; however, if we have reached capacity, we won’t allow any further guests that day and you’ll be directed back down the mountain. Plan ahead when possible!

Can I come at any time during the day?

When you purchase a pass you will select a time slot. Time slots on ticketed days start on the hour, 9 AM–4 PM. Passes are good for a visit of up to 3 hours.

Last entry to pick-your-own apples is one hour before closing. Carter Mountain Orchard closes at 6 PM in September & October and 5 PM in November. View our seasonal hours

What do I do when I arrive at Carter Mountain?

When you arrive at the orchard, an attendant will review your pass and give you a wristband that is color-coded to your timeslot.

Once inside our gates, enjoy Carter Mountain Orchard!

• Shop for gifts and goodies in our Country Store and indulge in hot and fresh apple cider donuts from our bakery
• Grab an ice cream cone or apple cider slushie, and check out our food trucks for the day’s tasty options
• Visit our Wine Shop for wine by the glass, bottle, or case, or for one of our delicious wine slushies
• Head down to the Bold Rock Tap Room for hard ciders and seltzers
• Check out our pumpkin display and take home your favorite
• Purchase pre-picked apples by the bag or box
• Pick your own apples

Are apples and pumpkins included with my pass?

Entry passes do not include any fruit with purchase.

How does apple picking work?

Once you arrive and have your pass scanned, we can direct you to the pick-your-own check-in area for apple picking instructions and to purchase your container.

Last entrance for pick-your-own apples is one hour before closing. View our seasonal hours

Picking conditions and varieties available vary by day and are subject to weather, customer traffic, and other conditions outside our control. View the Now Picking chart at chiles.farm/carter-pyo.

What if I can’t make it?

Sorry, we don’t offer refunds once your pass is purchased.

Manage your tickets until 11:59 PM the day before your ticketed date.

We’re open rain or shine and will only close in extreme weather, so feel free to enjoy your visit with us no matter the forecast. In cases where you’re unable attend, please give your Single Entry Pass on to someone else who can!

If you purchased an Anytime Pass, we’ll see you on whichever day is most convenient for you!

Entry passes are non-refundable. Your stay is contingent upon you following signage, staff instructions, and visitor guidelines. Your pass is good for your admission to Carter Mountain Orchard. All activities are pay-as-you-go.