As summer fades and the leaves begin to change, there’s no better way to welcome autumn in the Catskills than with a day spent outdoors picking fresh apples. From family-owned orchards to farms offering cider, baked goods, pumpkins, and other seasonal activities, the Hudson Valley has plenty of ways to enjoy the harvest season. Best of all, these farms are all within about an hour of Stoneline Chalet, Le View Chalet, and our newest home Le Monte Bleu, making them easy additions to your Catskills getaway.
1. Boehm Farm
Looking for a classic fall farm experience? Boehm Farm offers the perfect opportunity to spend a crisp autumn day surrounded by rows of apple trees and beautiful Greene County scenery. Located approximately 45 minutes from Stoneline Chalet, 43 minutes from Le View Chalet, and 44 minutes from Le Monte Bleu, Boehm Farm has been a family-owned and operated farm for more than 100 years. Pick your own apples and enjoy varieties including Honeycrisp, Cortland, Fuji, Gala, McIntosh, and more, depending on what’s ripe during your visit. The farm also offers seasonal pumpkins and other fruit throughout the year. After filling your basket, stop by the farm stand for homemade treats including apple cider doughnuts, pies, apple turnovers, jams, maple syrup, and more. Whether you’re bringing the kids along for a memorable afternoon or looking for a peaceful autumn activity with family and friends, Boehm Farm brings together everything you love about fall in the Catskills.
2. Fix Bros Fruit Farm
For another taste of the Hudson Valley harvest, head to Fix Bros Fruit Farm in Hudson, New York. Located approximately 43 minutes from Stoneline Chalet, 41 minutes from Le View Chalet, and 42 minutes from Le Monte Bleu, this fifth-generation family-owned farm has been growing fruit since 1899. The farm’s pick-your-own orchard features a wide selection of apples, including Honeycrisp, McIntosh, Jonagold, Mutsu, Fuji, EverCrisp, Crimson Crisp, and other traditional and modern varieties. Apple picking for the 2026 season opened in September, with pumpkins also available during the fall season. Make a day of your visit by exploring the orchard, enjoying the scenery, and taking advantage of the farm’s weekend hayrides and corn maze. With so many different apple varieties ripening throughout September and October, every visit can offer something a little different. Be sure to check the farm’s latest updates before heading out, as fruit availability can change with the season.
3. Stone Ridge Orchard
If you’re looking for an apple-picking trip that offers more than just apples, Stone Ridge Orchard is worth the drive. Located approximately one hour from Stoneline Chalet, one hour from Le View Chalet, and one hour and 10 minutes from Le Monte Bleu, this Hudson Valley orchard combines U-pick fruit with seasonal food, drinks, and farm activities. Stone Ridge Orchard offers U-pick apples and Asian pears during the late-summer and fall harvest season, with picking generally extending from around Labor Day through October. After picking your own fruit, browse the farm stand for seasonal produce, baked goods, apple cider, and other locally sourced products. The experience doesn’t have to end after you’ve filled your apple bag. On select fall weekends, visitors can enjoy cider flights along with New York beer, wine, and cocktails at the Farm Bar. Pair your visit with the beautiful Hudson Valley scenery, and you have the makings of a relaxing fall day away from the chalet.
4. Greig Farm
For a full day of fall activities, make your way to Greig Farm. Located approximately 58 minutes from Stoneline Chalet, 56 minutes from Le View Chalet, and 57 minutes from Le Monte Bleu, Greig Farm is a family-run Hudson Valley farm offering much more than traditional apple picking. Apple picking begins in late August and continues into October, with more than 11 varieties available throughout the season. Visitors pay by the pound for what they pick, with no general admission or parking fee. Bring the whole family and make an afternoon of it. Beyond the orchard, Greig Farm features walking trails, a farm market and café, seasonal produce, and its famous pygmy goats. During the fall, visitors can also enjoy hayrides and other seasonal activities. For an especially festive autumn outing, Greig Farm’s ApplePalooza takes place on October 4, 2026, with food, drinks, hayrides, and the opportunity to enjoy the farm’s fall scenery.
At the Catskills, fall is a season meant to be enjoyed outdoors. Whether you’re filling a basket with fresh Honeycrisp apples, sipping cider, exploring a pumpkin patch, or simply taking in the colorful mountain scenery, these nearby farms offer plenty of ways to make your autumn getaway memorable. After a day exploring the harvest, return to the comfort and luxury of Stoneline Chalet, Le View Chalet, or Le Monte Bleu and enjoy everything a Catskills fall has to offer.
