This week @ MCO
Orchard Spring Hours:
Apple Barn: mon–fri: 9am–5pm | Sat: 9-6pm | Sun: 12pm–6pm
Cider House: Sat: 11am–5pm and Sun: 12pm–5pm
Apple Cider Donuts
Available weekends at Granny’s Goodies | saturdays (10-4pm) and sundays (12-4pm)
U-Pick Zinnias Open Daily
Zinnias will last most of august | no reservations needed - check-in at Apple Barn | Walking only to fields
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Join us for summer and fall excursions
Fall Apple Picking Adventure
every weekend in September ! Join us for a u-pick excursion
The Cider House
Hours: Saturdays: 11-5pm | Sundays: 12-5pm
U-Pick Apples Open Every September Weekend - Reservations Required
Saturdays: 9am-3pm | Sundays: 12:30pm-3:30pm | Reservations required - book tickets here
The ultimate fall tradition has arrived! On Saturday, September 12th and 13th, we are enjoying our best variety of u-pick apples yet, including Golden Delicious, Gold Rush, Aztec Fuji, & Granny Smith (Limited)! If you have been craving that perfect, crisp, tree-ripened crunch, get ready to grab your favorites because our orchards are absolutely loaded and ready for you. Plus, enjoy all the fall favorites - hayrides, apple tasting, cider press demonstrations, and an apple cider slushie! Don't wait until the weekend arrives—gather the family, pick your ideal time slot, and lock in your tickets today! Book your Apple Pickin’ Adventures at: http://bit.ly/MCOApplePickinAdventure
Apple Cider Donuts Available Every Weekend This Fall
Granny’s Goodies Hours: Saturdays: 10-4pm | Sundays: 12-4pm
The moment your taste buds have been waiting for all year has arrived! Every weekend this season, our ultimate autumn duo makes its grand return just in time for apple season — Apple Cider Donuts and Apple Cider Floats are back! Sink your teeth into warm, melt-in-your-mouth donuts and pair them with a creamy, refreshing cider float for the perfect apple treat. Stop by any weekend to grab donuts, floats, and other sweet seasonal goodies.
Pre-Picked Apples in the Apple Barn Daily
Apple Barn Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm | Saturday: 9am-6pm | Sunday: 12pm-6pm
Great news, apple lovers! Our massive Buy One, Get One FREE Pre-Picked Apple Peck Sale is here now, and it’ll be running all season long inside the Apple Barn! Buy any one peck (11 lbs.) of our freshly harvested apples for $39, and you will get a second peck completely FREE! That is 22 pounds of crisp, delicious fruit ready for baking, saucing or snacking. Whether you are prepping a big batch of homemade apple butter or filling your kitchen counters with the scent of fresh autumn pies, this is the best deal of the season. Apples are also sold by the pound at $2.95/lb. Explore this week’s apple varieties:
Honeycrisp – The ultimate juicy, sweet, and crisp crowd-favorite.
Golden Delicious – Mild, sweet, and absolutely perfect for pies.
Sommerset – A wonderful early-season gem with fantastic flavor.
Gala – Crisp, sweet, and a classic staple for kids' lunches.
Granny Smith – Sharp, tart, and the absolute king of autumn baking.
Fuji – Incredibly crunchy, sugary, and refreshing.
The Cider House - Enjoy Weekend Lunch & Beverages
Crisp air, turning leaves, and the scent of apple cider—fall has arrived at Millstone Creek Orchards. Warm up your weekends with locally crafted beverages and mouthwatering bites that celebrate the season. Every Saturday and Sunday this fall, savor our new harvest-inspired menu: Apple Pie Creme Brûlée, Apple Harvest Salad, & Fiesta Corn Dip—alongside your classic favorites. Sip on fall standouts: Apple Cider Sangria, Apple Donunt or Apple Harvest Haze Hard Cider, and Apple Cider Fizz Mocktail. Bring a friend, enjoy the view, and plan a lunch date with a waterfront view. Explore the full menu and join us for a taste of fall.
Orchard Reminders Prior to Your Visit
*No outside food or beverage (exception of water) is permitted on weekends, but The Cider House is open on Saturdays from 11-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm for a delicious waterfront lunch and beverage selection. If you are visiting us on a weekday, we encourage guests to pack a picnic to enjoy under our pine trees. We have picnic tables available on a first come, first serve basis.
**Pets are NOT allowed on-site. Service animals are permitted, but they MUST wear a leash, harness, or cape that identifies them as a service animal and comply with ADA requirements. Emotional support animals are not permitted.
Upcoming Events @ The Orchard
Fall apple picking adventures: every weekend in september (reservations required)
Live music by local musicians (Saturdays: 11-3pm & sundays: 1-4pm)
pumpkins, petals & pasture pals adventure: every weekend in october (reservations required)
apple cider 5k/10K: Saturday, november 7th (register here)
U-Pick Orchard Conditions
PICKING RIGHT NOW @ THE ORCHARD...
u-pick zinnias: plentiful - open weekdays - no reservations required
u-pick apples: open every september weekend (see above for tickets)
Our guests are the best!
“This is such an amazing place. The awesome apple cider slushies with donuts, hayrides, vendors for shopping local and so many activities for kids and the whole family. This place is a tradition for us now.”
“Each staff member we came across genuinely seemed like they were SO happy to have us there!”
“Customer service was fantastic, everyone who worked there seemed to love what they were doing and working at the orchard”
“Great Family Experience! Overall Great Place!! Well Worth the Money Spent and Drive!!”
“MCO is the best place in NC for making perfect memories. If you have never been here, you are missing out on making family memories from a family oriented place.”
“This is my favorite orchard in NC and I love the experience and quality of goods. Can’t say enough good things!”
“We love coming to the orchard and being greeted as family.”
“Our entire family ranging in age 2 - 32 years old had an amazing time!”
