U-Pick Apples Coming Fall 2026!

Ripe: LATE AUGUST

 Zestar apples are crisp and juicy with a bright, sweet-tart flavor that wakes up your taste buds. They’re known for their refreshing bite and aromatic, almost citrusy finish, making them a great early-season favorite. 

Flavor: sweet/tart

Best Use: snacking

Storability: fair

Crunch: high

 Ripe: LATE AUGUST

A beautiful and consistent dark red apple, Sweet Maia is crisp and very juicy with a clean, bright sweetness and just a hint of tartness. It delivers excellent crunch and fresh flavor straight off the tree. 

Flavor: sweet

Best Use: snacking

Storability: fair

Crunch: high

 Ripe: LATE AUGUST

 Gala apples are mildly sweet with a smooth, tender crunch and notes of honey and vanilla. Their balanced flavor and dependable texture make them a crowd-pleasing, everyday apple. Inconsistent red-yellow color.

Flavor: sweet

Best Use: snacking

Storability: fair

Crunch: fair

  Ripe: LATE AUGUST

Generally a very large apple, Summerset apples are sweet with mild acidity and a juicy, pleasant crunch. Their approachable flavor makes them great for fresh eating and family favorites. This apple takes qualities from its parents - the Fuji and Honeycrisp apples, and turn them into a unique and highly compatible flavor profile.

Flavor: sweet/tart

Best Use: snacking

Storability: fair

Crunch: fair-good

Ripe: EARLY SEPTEMBER

Crimson Crisp apples are firm and snappy with a bold sweet-tart balance. They hold their crunch well and have a refreshing, classic apple flavor that works for both snacking and baking. 

Flavor: sweet

Best Use: snacking/baking

Storability: great

Crunch: high

Ripe: EARLY SEPTEMBER

 Jonathan apples are tart-forward with a classic, old-fashioned apple flavor. They have a mildly crisp bite and are excellent for pies, applesauce, and anyone who loves a punchy, tangy apple. 

Flavor: tart

Best Use: baking

Storability: fair

Crunch: fair

Ripe: MID-SEPTEMBER

 Pixie Crunch apples are small but mighty, offering an explosive crunch and bright sweetness. Their dense texture and bold flavor make them perfect for snacking. They are also a wonderful storage apple.

Flavor: sweet

Best Use: snacking

Storability: great

Crunch: high

Ripe: MID-SEPTEMBER

 Fuji apples are very sweet, super juicy, and intensely crisp. They’re known for their long-lasting crunch and rich, sugary flavor that appeals to all ages. 

Flavor: sweet

Best Use: snacking

Storability: good

Crunch: high

Ripe: MID-SEPTEMBER

A classic cross between a McIntosh and Red Delicious apple, Empire apples have a firm texture with a balanced sweet-tart flavor. They’re versatile and reliable, great for eating fresh or using in the kitchen. Because of their balanced flavor and chewier texture, Empire apples are a favorite of younger children.

Flavor: sweet/tart

Best Use: snacking/baking

Storability: good

Crunch: fair

Ripe: MID-SEPTEMBER

 Cameo apples are mildly sweet with subtle tart notes and a crisp bite. Their smooth texture and well-rounded flavor make them an easy, refined snacking apple.

Flavor: sweet

Best Use: snacking

Storability: good

Crunch: fair

Ripe: MID-SEPTEMBER

 Jonagold apples combine the sweetness of Golden Delicious with the tang of Jonathan. They’re juicy, aromatic, and excellent for both fresh eating and baking. 

Flavor: sweet/tart

Best Use: snacking/baking

Storability: fair

Crunch: fair

Ripe: MID-SEPTEMBER

 Snapdragon apples are ultra-crisp with a bold, juicy crunch and a sweet flavor accented by hints of spice. They’re a standout snacking apple with great texture. Creekside likes to call them "SnackDragon." 

Flavor: sweet

Best Use: snacking

Storability: fair

Crunch: high

Ripe: LATE SEPTEMBER

 Sweet Zinger apples deliver a lively sweet-tart punch with a crisp, refreshing bite. Their bright flavor makes them exciting and memorable. These apples give very unique tropical notes.

Flavor: sweet/tart

Best Use: snacking

Storability: good

Crunch: high

 Ripe: LATE SEPTEMBER

A cross between the famed Fuji and Honeycrisp apples, Rosalee apples are sweet with a touch of berry-like complexity and low acidity. They’re juicy and aromatic, offering a unique and pleasant eating experience. 

Flavor: sweet/tart

Best Use: snacking

Storability: fair

Crunch: fair-high

Ripe: EARLY OCTOBER

 Ludacrisp apples are exceptionally crisp and juicy with a clean, balanced sweetness. Their outstanding texture and fresh flavor make them a premium snack apple with a really great name.

Flavor: sweet/tart

Best Use: snacking

Storability: fair

Crunch: high