Most people come to Smolak Farms in the fall for apple picking, animals, hayrides and cider donuts. The part most of them walk right past is the Antique Apple Orchard.
Michael Smolak planted it in 1992 to preserve varieties that had largely disappeared from commercial orchards. Twenty varieties grow there, including names like Chenango Strawberry, Sheepnose and Sops of Wine.
What You’ll See
The orchards spread out behind the main farm area, while animals, hayrides and children’s activities give families plenty to do even when nobody feels like picking another apple.
The Antique Apple Orchard is the part we’d make time for.
Back near the center of the farm there’s a farm stand and bakery, with cider donuts.
Good to Know
Fall weekends can get busy, and what’s happening at the farm changes as the season moves along. Apple varieties ripen at different times, while picking conditions, hayrides, festivals and other activities run on their own schedules.
Check the farm’s current calendar before you go, particularly if there’s one thing you came to do.
At a glance
- Best For: Families, orchards, animals, fall farm visits
- Environment: Working farm and orchards
- Experience: Easy
- Time: One to two hours
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