Question 1

Are reservations or admission required to visit your orchard?

Accepted Answer

Reservations are not required to visit Sky Top Orchard. To guarantee U-Pick during your visit, pre-purchase a timed-entry slot here. Walk-up U-Pick bags can be purchased onsite, as available. Please note: we cannot guarantee availability for walk-ups.

Question 2

When does U-Pick begin? How long is your season?

Accepted Answer

U-Pick typically begins in early August and ends in mid-November. This depends on many factors including weather and supply and demand. See what's currently picking here.

Question 3

What hours are you open?

Accepted Answer

We are open 7 days a week from late July- December 1st. All attractions open daily.
August Hours: 9 am - 5 pm
September Hours: 9 am - 6 pm    *After DST ends, we're open daily from 9am - 5pm.Our last entry to the orchard for u-pick is one hour before closing. Open Labor Day and Columbus Day/Indigenous People's Day. Closed Thanksgiving Day.

Question 4

When is the best time to visit to avoid crowds?

Accepted Answer

For the lightest crowds, visit on weekday afternoons.

Question 5

Is Sky Top wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

While we continue to prioritize wheelchair and stroller accessibility, please remember that we are a working mountaintop orchard with bumps, hills, and at times, uneven terrain. We have accessible parking spaces in our front parking lot and you are welcome to drop off individuals in wheelchairs around the side of the fruit stand building, as needed.In 2025, we added a wheelchair-accessible hayride lift wagon to our hayride fleet. If you need it, please ask our attendant.

Question 6

What forms of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept cash and credit cards (Credit cards will incur a 2.15% processing fee).*  *Please note: Because of our rural location, our wifi service can sometimes be spotty, causing delays in our credit card machines. In this case, please bring alternate payment forms, just in case! If needed, we do have an ATM on site.

Question 7

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

Parking is free at Sky Top. On busy days, you'll be directed where to park so watch for attendants upon your arrival.  Weekends are our busiest time, with peak arrivals from 10am–noon and the busiest hours from 10am–3pm. Additional parking is available across the street from the orchard entrance when needed.If our lots are full, please visit another day. To avoid crowds, visit on a weekday. On off-peak days, parking is typically available inside the gates.

Question 8

Are dogs allowed?

Accepted Answer

Dogs are welcome at Sky Top however, we ask that they are kept outside of the Fruit Stand when possible. Dogs must remain on a leash at all times and we ask that you please pick up after them.

Question 9

Are there food options available at your farm?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sky Top offers pizza daily from 11 am until one hour prior to closing. Hot dogs are available weekends only. See our menu.Picnic Tables are first-come, first-served. We ask that you limit your time at a table so all guests can use them. NOTE: Large-scale catering, hot plates, grills or warming devices of any kind are NOT PERMITTED.

Question 10

Do you offer field trips?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do! Learn more here.

Question 11

What is your photography policy?

Accepted Answer

Professional photography sessions are permitted by appointment only. Please email us at info@skytop.com for inquiries.

Question 12

Do you rent space for parties and corporate meetings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have a new space for private events. Please email info@skytoporchard.com for inquiries and availability.

Question 13

What happens in case of inclement weather?

Accepted Answer

Sky Top is open rain or shine!In the event of thunderstorms, we may make the decision to close our picking section temporarily to keep everyone safe. We will constantly monitor the radar to reopen the u-pick area when the thunderstorm has passed. If you have an advanced ticket entry and we close the orchard due to safety reasons, we will work with you to find another slot or we will refund your ticket.

Question 14

Do you ship doughnuts?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, we do not ship doughnuts at this time.

Question 15

What varieties are available? When are Honeycrisp ready?

Accepted Answer

U-Pick typically begins in early August and ends in mid-November. This depends on many factors including weather and supply and demand. See what's currently picking here. Honeycrisp usually ripen the second-third week of August. Great alternatives are Jonagold and Crimson Crisp.

Question 16

Are bags or strollers allowed in the U-Pick area?

Accepted Answer

No. Strollers and personal backpacks, purses, or bags are not allowed in our picking fields. We have stroller parking by the entrance to our U-Pick area for your convenience. *We reserve the right to check any bag or stroller that is taken into our U-Pick field if our policy is not observed.

Sky Top Orchard is now open daily from 9-6.

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