If it's October in Sacramento, it's Apple Hill time. Fifty years ago, the apple growers in El Dorado County got together and created the agritourism spot known as Apple Hill to promote the fall harvest. Growers opened up their barns and sold their harvest, eventually expanding to include fresh baked pies, candies and fudge, and the holy grail of candy apples. Whether you prefer the gourmet caramel apple or the traditional toffee, they have something for everyone.
If you are looking for candy apples, one of the best places is Abel's Apple Acres. This place has perfected the candy apple, and now has specialty apples resembling witches, pumpkins, and even panda bears! Plus, their caramel is pretty darn good, so it makes for a great stop. They also have great activities for the kids and plenty of shopping for the adults.
If you are not satisfied with candy apples, apple pie, apple donuts, apple strudel, or even fresh apple cider, they still do sell the raw apples! Lots of them! You can find many varieties including wine sap, Arkansas Black, pink lady, and the traditional red and green ones too at Boa Vista Orchards. This year round orchard is massive, but still has that small feel. They bake a lot of pastry; they press a lot of cider; they sell tons of fresh picked apples.
You have to work hard to NOT have a good time at Apple Hill. OK, the October traffic is pretty crazy, and the dust can be a little rough on the car's paint job. Nevertheless, it is always a good idea to get out of the city and see where our food is grown. The farmers in El Dorado County do a great job and are very welcoming and happy to see us. Even though October is best, the rest of the year is also nice - especially when it gets a little colder and a lot less busy. They have wine too... Enjoy the pictures below!
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