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Bookings can be made through the online calendar at the links below.
If you have questions, please email groups@skytoporchard.com or call 828-692-7930.
Sky Top Orchard is now open weekends in July (Fridays-Sundays) from 10-4
Starting August 7th, we will be open DAILY from 9-5.
U-Pick at Sky Top Orchard
Sky Top Orchard's panoramic views are best enjoyed while picking some of the freshest mountain-grown apples Western North Carolina has to offer. Bring your friends and family, fill a bag of locally grown fruit, and savor an apple-picking experience that creates memories to last a lifetime.​
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New for 2026: Timed U-Pick Entry
• Reserve online to guarantee U-Pick.
• Walk-up U-Pick is available only if fruit remains.
• Each $30 ticket includes one U-Pick bag (shared by up to 5 people).
• New tickets are released every Wednesday at noon.
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As always, you do not need a timed ticket to visit Sky Top. You're always welcome to enjoy our market, bakery, pizza, playground, and attractions. Timed tickets are only required to guarantee U-Pick.
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Weekend of July 31-Aug 2: Peaches, Ginger Gold, Early Mac available for U-Pick
Booking a time slot? Your $30 ticket includes one U-Pick bag and field entry for up to 5 people (2 and under free.)
If you have more in your party planning to pick, please purchase an additional bag or select 'extra picker.'
Important Information about Timed-Entry U-Pick Tickets
Reservation Changes
Timed U-Pick Tickets are non-refundable. You can make changes to your time slot, 24 hours before your visit, if slots are available.
Are Strollers or bags allowed in U-Pick?
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.
Weather Policy
We stay open rain or shine. During thunderstorms,
U-Pick may temporarily close for your safety. If your timed reservation is affected, we'll help you reschedule or refund your ticket.
Are tickets required?
Our Timed Tickets are the only way to guarantee U-Pick during your visit. They are not required to visit our orchard. Available U-Pick bags will be sold onsite, as available.
