Are there apple orchards in Charleston, SC? Well, no. But fortunately, just a few hours’ drive will get you to some orchards that are some amazing family day trip options. So, if you live in Charleston, you can totally enjoy a day at the apple orchard.
Which apple orchard should you visit? Use our guide and reviews to find the perfect orchard for you. Then, check out our other content to see what else you might like to do in the area. Enjoy your day trip and be back home in time to sleep in your own bed.
So, pick a day, pack a lunch, and enjoy the fresh, cool air while picking your favorite apples.
The apple orchards closest to Charleston are in the Upstate and Western North Carolina. There is also a popular option near Charlotte, NC that has tasty ciders.
Navigation: Apple Picking Near Me
If you need some tips, don’t miss our list of tips for picking apples with kids. Have fun!
Get in the Apple Spirit
Get excited for apple picking. Check out our recent visit to Sky Top Orchard. There are so many fun things to do!
Map of Apple Orchards
We have also put together a Google map listing these U-Pick apple orchards so you can see where you’re headed.
Apple Cider Donut Tour
Looking for something different? Make the rounds and visit several orchards while sampling apple cider donuts on our Apple Cider Donut Tour. We can’t think of a more perfect and delicious fall day.
Quick FAQ: Choosing an Orchard to Visit
- Easiest day trip: Windy Hill Orchard and Cider Mill (York, SC) is the only stop on this list that’s actually in South Carolina, making it the most straightforward round trip for Charleston families who’d rather not cross into the NC mountains.
- Best all-around family day: Justus Orchard and Jeter Mountain Farm are worth the longer haul on their own, with apple cannons, a cow train, jumping pillow, and covered play areas to fill out the day beyond just picking.
- Reservations: Check ahead before you go, since several of these orchards (Sky Top, Jeter Mountain) have required reservations the last few years. With a multi-hour drive on the line, confirming u-pick availability the day before saves a wasted trip, so go ahead and book ahead.
- Bakery: Justus Orchard, Sky Top Orchard, and Jeter Mountain Farm’s on-site market all have fresh cider donuts and baked goods, a good reason to make one of them your last stop before the drive home. The Hendersonville, NC area has several orchards with baked goods available!
- Orchards closest to Charleston: Windy Hill Orchard and Cider Mill in York, SC is the nearest option on this list at about 197 miles (roughly 3 hours 20 minutes). Chattooga Belle Farm and Bryson’s Apple Orchard in Long Creek, SC come in next at around 270 miles (about 4.5 hours). The Hendersonville, NC cluster (Justus, Sky Top, Stepp’s, Coston, Jeter Mountain) is the farthest, at roughly 247 miles and just under 4 hours. Use our Google Map above to help you out!
Plan that apple orchard day trip!
Heading up to Western North Carolina for apples? Do not miss these awesome things to do in Hendersonville, NC!
Heading to Charlotte, NC or York County, SC for apples at Windy Hill Orchard?
Before you go apple picking, be sure to call ahead to check on hours and apple varieties available or check the orchard’s Facebook page for updates as many of the orchards will list upcoming events, changed hours, and list of fruits available.
Apple Orchards Near Charleston, SC
Scroll through the listings below for the closest apple orchards to Charleston, SC.
