Pick-Your-Own Fruit
Pick your own peaches in the summer, and apples from mid-August through November.
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Picking Policies
At Carter Mountain Orchard
Check In
Before picking, you must check in with orchard staff. Everyone in your group must check in at the same time.
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!
Pre-pay for PYO
Before picking, you’ll pre-pay by container size.
Guests must purchase at least one container for every 2-3 people picking fruit. You may fill your container only once.
Apple Containers
Small bag: 12.00
Large bag: 21.00
Box: 35.00
Bushel: 50.00
🎫 Ticketed Admissions for Fall Weekends
We require admission tickets (ages 12+) on peak fall weekends, mid-September through early November. Thank you for making us part of your fall tradition and family memories!
Anticipated Fruit Availability
At Carter Mountain Orchard
Pick-Your-Own Fruit
Located minutes from downtown Charlottesville, it’s easy to visit our mountaintop orchard and take your pick.
Pre-Picked & Ready
Visit the Country Store for locally-grown fruits and veggies, plus jarred goods and local gifts.
Bold Rock Tap Room
Bold Rock’s hard ciders and seltzers are crafted with apples from Carter Mountain! Drink in the views at the Bold Rock Tap Room at Carter Mountain Orchard.
Learn About Apples
We grow many popular varieties, including Albemarle Pippin, Jonagold, and Pink Lady. Read our apple profiles, fun facts, and other tips.
Availability of Specific Peach & Apple Varieties
Have a favorite type of peach or apple? Check our chart for estimated availability at Carter Mountain Orchard and Chiles Peach Orchard.