Bolton Orchards

South Lancaster, MA · about 30 mi from Boston

At a glance

Address: Near South Lancaster, MA
Activities: 🍎 Apples 🍅 Vegetables
Phone: (978) 779-2733
Website: boltonorchards.co
Typical season: Aug to Oct (apples, varies by farm)
Nearest city we cover: Boston, about 30 miles
Listing updated: Nov 2026
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); the farm's own website (checked Nov 2026)

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Typical US ranges from extension service crop calendars, not this farm's own dates. Seasons shift by region and weather, so check with the farm.

Check that it is open. Look at the farm website: hours and crops change with the weather.
Bring cash and a card. Some farms take only one.
Water, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
A bag or box for the ride home, if the farm allows your own
Comfortable shoes for orchard rows
Hand wipes
A sturdy basket or box, if the farm allows your own
Gloves for prickly vines
A cooler for sweet corn and tomatoes
Ask about pets before you bring a dog.

Is it ripe?
Ripe apples come off with a gentle lift and twist. If you have to yank, it is not ready. Background color shifts from green to yellow or cream.
How to pick
Lift the apple up and twist; do not pull straight down or shake the branch. Leave the stem on. Set apples in the bag, do not drop them, because bruises spread.
Best time to go
Weekday mornings. Weekend afternoons in late September and October are the busiest.
Keep it fresh
Refrigerate; most varieties keep for weeks. Keep away from bananas and greens, because apples release ethylene.

Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.

Is Bolton Orchards open today?

We do not track live hours. Check the farm website before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Nov 2026.

When is the season at Bolton Orchards?

Apples typically run Aug to Oct in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.

Where is Bolton Orchards?

Near South Lancaster, MA. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.

Can I bring my dog to Bolton Orchards?

Pet rules vary by farm and by field. Many u-pick farms do not allow dogs in picking areas for food safety. Ask the farm before you go.

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