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Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Foothills.
Near the Sierra foothill town of Placerville, just off the beaten path between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe are the Apple Hill Growers. We are an agriculture community with a rich history in farming and winemaking where a new generation of growers invites you to share the experience with your family and friends.
Delicious, sweet apples are just the beginning.
Representing over 50 local, family farms, the Apple Hill Growers are dedicated to supporting agriculture in our community. Founded in 1964 with just 16 apple ranches, we’ve now grown to include unique fruit & vegetable farms, bakeshops, wineries, a Bed & Breakfast Inn, flower gardens, and Christmas tree farms. Our winding roads and scenic beauty have been a popular destination for over 50 years. Come enjoy the fruits of our Apple Hill Growers any time of year!
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What's happening with the Apple Hill Growers
Quick reminder that tomorrow is the last day of the season for these farms:
🍎 @appleridgefarms
🍏 @drewbeanfarms
🍎 @rainbow_orchards_ca
🍏 Larsen Apple Barn
If you want one last donut, pie, turnover, chicken pot pie, corn dog, or cider, now`s the time!
#AppleHill #LastWeekend #AppleHillOfficial
Nov 30
Tomorrow is #SmallBusinessSaturday! 🎁 Shopping small never goes out of style.
🛍 Find your perfect Christmas tree, stock up on a few more apples, indulge in one more donut (or two, who are we to judge?), pick up a pie, taste our wineries’ newest releases, and discover unique gifts at our gift shops and craft booths!
Pictured:
🍎 Apples, honey and more at @applecountrychristmastrees
🍩 @rainbow_orchards_ca donut - 📷 @thismommyneedssomecoffee
🍷 Mulled wine at @starfieldvineayrds
🥧 Classic apple pie at @delfinofarms
🎄 Christmas tree at @indian_rock_tree_farm
🥧 Pie and hot cider by the fire at @drewbeanfarms
#AppleHIll #ShopSmall #AppleHillOfficial
Nov 29
We have so much to be grateful for right now. 🙏 Including you, our community. Thank you for your support for all our farms!
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here on the hill! 🍎🦃
Many of our farms (including Christmas tree farms) will be open this weekend and are looking forward to seeing you! 🎄 🥧 🍎 🍷 🍩
📷 @rucksack_cellars
#AppleHill #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #AppleHillOfficial
Nov 27
Who’s open on Thanksgiving weekend? 🦃 🍂 Many of the #AppleHillOfficial farms will be, including:
CHRISTMAS TREE FARMS
Note: Most tree farms remain open until they sell out (which can happen quickly!)
🎄 @applecountrychristmastrees
🎄 @hillsidefarms
🎄 @indian_rock_tree_farm
🎄 @silverthornmeadows
🎄 Hacienda Orchards
🎄 @harris_tree_farm
🎄 @crystalcreektrees
🎄 @ohalloransappleranch
🎄 @fudge_factory_farm
FARMS + RANCHES WEEKEND HOURS (note that several are open during the week next week)
🍏 @applepantryfarm - Open Friday - Sunday
🍎 @highillranch_applehill – Open Friday - Sunday
🍏 Larsen Apple Barn (closed Saturday)
🍎 @drewbeanfarms – Open Friday - Sunday
🍏 @pineomineranch – Open Friday - Sunday
🍎 @harris_tree_farm – Open Friday - Sunday
🍏 @rainbow_orchards_ca – Open Friday - Sunday
🍎 @grandpascellar– Open Friday – Monday
🍏 @hiddenstar.applehill – Open Friday – Sunday
🍎 @ohalloransappleranch – Open Friday - Sunday
🍏 @appleridgefarms – Open Friday - Sunday
🍎 @fudge_factory_farm – Open Friday – Sunday
WINERIES + BREWERIES (note that several are open during the week next week)
🍺 @jrf_brewery – Open Friday - Sunday
🍷 @starfieldvineyards – Open Friday - Sunday
🍷 @lavacapwinery – Open Friday - Sunday
🍷 @boegerwinery – Open Friday - Sunday
🍷 @madronavineyards – Open Friday - Sunday
🍷 @rucksack_cellars – Open Friday - Sunday
🍷 @docmanovwinery – Open Friday - Sunday
🍷 Edio Vineyards at @delfinofarms – Open Friday – Sunday
🍷 @wavwinesofficial – Open Friday – Sunday
👉 Pro tip: Save this post so you can refer to it later and follow @applehillofficial for insider tips and updates!
Pictured:
🍎Pink Lady Apples at @highhillranch_applehill by @eatdrinkandbemyra
🍻 @hiddenstar.applehill cider flights by @yanethhargis
🍫 Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge at @fudge_factory_farm
🍎 Apple Turnover at @appleridgefarms by @farmtotablekitchen
🌲 @indian_rock_tree_farm
🍷 Wine with a view at @madronavineyards
#AppleHill #ThanksgivingWeekend #OpeningHours
Nov 26
Got plans Thanksgiving weekend? Our farms will be open Friday-Sunday!
It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up holiday pies, apples galore, wines for the holiday table, gift shopping, treats to give and to keep on hand, Christmas trees, and festivities. 🍎 🥧 🍩 🍷 🌲
🎥 @editswithmrsl @applehillofficial
#AppleHill #AppleHillOfficial #VisitElDorado #ShopLocal #ShopSmall #FamilyFarms #FamilyFriendly
Nov 24
Our farms are open this weekend for Christmas trees, apples, pies, wine tasting, cider, and more! 🎄 🍎 🍷 🍺
Here’s who has Christmas trees:
🎄 @harris_tree_farm: November 20
🎄 @crystalcreektrees : November 22
🎄 @ohalloransappleranch : November 22
Pictured:
🎅 Santa and s`mores at @harris_tree_farm
🎄 Christmas tree by @that.montessori.mom
🍩 @rainbow_orchards_ca donuts by @bisou.bisou.kitchen
🐻 Bear at @fudge_factory_farm by @carmenjourneys
🍷 Wine tasting at @delfinofarms by bigdogediblejourney
🍁 Fall colors @wavwinesofficial
👉 Like, Save, Share, and Follow @applehillofficial for more farm updates and news!
Nov 22
🙏 November is National Gratitude Month, a perfect time to share our appreciation for our partners! 🙏
@raleys, @mySMUD, @eldoradodisposal, @redhawkcasino, and @memorableeventsrentals are valued supporters of our Grower farms and programs, and we’re so grateful for them.
Please check them out and give them a follow!
#AppleHill #ThankYou #GratitudeMonth #Sponsors
📷 @starfieldvineyards
Nov 20
‘Tis the season for Christmas trees! 🎄 And our Christmas tree farms are looking forward to welcoming you.
Several farms open next week, with the rest open after Thanksgiving:
🎄 Harris Tree Farm: November 20 (Reservations at HarrisFamilyFarm.TicketSpice.com/2025-choose-cut-christmas-tree)
🎄 Crystal Creek Tree Farm: November 22
🎄 O’Halloran’s Apple Trail Ranch: November 22
🎄 Fudge Factory Farm: By appointment November 1-26, then open to the public November 28-30 and in December
🎄 Hacienda Orchards: November 28
🎄 Apple Country Christmas Trees: November 28
🎄 Hillside Tree Farm: November 28
🎄 Silverthorn Meadows: November 28
🎄 Indian Rock Tree Farm: November 28 – tickets required November 28-30, see IndianRockTreeFarm.com for details
🎄 Madrona Tree Hill: December 6
👉🏼 Save this post for later and be sure to share it with your friends!
#AppleHill #ChristmasTrees #UPick
Nov 18
Time is running out to stock up on @24carrotfarm’s incredible fruits and veggies! Their last day is Wednesday, November 26.
They will have special opening hours Tuesday and Wednesday, November 24-25, for your holiday needs!
It means that they will be open EVERY DAY the week leading up to Thanksgiving, so you can stock up for the holiday (and beyond!).
They plan to reopen in early January 2026.
Hours: Thu-Sun 10-5
#AppleHillOfficial #AppleHill #24CarrotFarm #ShopLocal
Nov 16
Have you heard? Santa’s coming to the #AppleHillOfficial farms this month! Head to these farms to let him know if you`ve been naughty or nice:
🎅 @fudge_factory_farm – Every weekend in November
🎅 @harris_tree_farm – November 22-23 Santa Visits from 11-3. Enjoy a bonfire, chili, cornbread & s’mores from 9-4:30 both days
🎅 @appleridgefarms – November 28-30
#AppleHill #SantaClaus #MakeAList
Nov 14
Thank you to all those who have served and continue to serve. 🇺🇸 🙏 #VeteransDay
#AppleHill #AppleHillOfficial
Nov 12
Turkey season is underway at @fudge_factory_farm ! Enjoy their seasonal candy apples (and visits from Mr. and Mrs. Claus on weekends) all month long. 🦃 🍎
Hours: Open Daily
Mon-Fri 10-5
Sat-Sun 9-5
#AppleHill #FudgeFactoryFarm #CandyApples #AppleHillOfficial
Nov 10
🇺🇸 The Apple Hill Growers will be open for Veteran’s Day on November 11, and several growers will be offering specials for veterans, including:
🍎 @delfinofarms (pictured) : Veterans will receive a complimentary à la mode at Joan’s Apple Bakery and a complimentary wine tasting at Edio Vineyards (📷 @buffet.bros)
🍏 @drewbeanfarms (pictured) : 15% off for active duty or retired military on Veteran’s Day
🍎 @rucksack_cellars (pictured) : 15% discount to all military (with ID) on Veteran’s Day – and every day of the year.
🍎 @madronavineyards (pictured) : 15% discount to all military (with ID) on Veteran’s Day – and every day of the year
🍏@rainbow_orchards_ca (pictured) : 10% discount on one dozen donuts for Veterans (@felicitythefoodie )
🍏 @applepantryfarm: Half off single scoop ice cream. 20 percent discount on frozen pies with military or law enforcement ID.
🍏 @docmanovwinery: Veterans (with ID) can enjoy a complimentary tasting + 1 guest, along with a 25% discount on all wine purchases
🍎 @hiddenstar.applehill: 10% Discount on one dozen cider doughnuts.
🍏 @highhillranch_applehill: All veterans receive a free slice of apple pie on Nov 11.
🍎 @pineomineranch: $2 off any beer, wine, cider or shakes (must have ID)
🍏 @starfieldvineyards: Complimentary tasting for Veterans (with ID) + 3 guests & 15% off all wine purchases.
🍎 @ohalloransappleranch: 10% off for all veterans (excludes you-pick)
🍏 @lavacapwinery: Wine Club” for the day, which includes a complimentary tasting for up to 6 guests, and 20% off for all wine purchases.
Be sure to ask the farm you visit if you are a service member!
#VeteransDay #AppleHill
Nov 8
Thanksgiving may be a few weeks away, but there’s no time like the present to make sure you’ve ordered your holiday pies! 🍎 🥧
Here are just a few of the many bake shops offering holiday pies:
🥧 @applepantryfarm : Marionberry Apple is as yummy as it looks!
🥧 @highhillranch_applehill: Their Classic Apple is always a hit!
🥧 @delfinofarms: Pre-order a Farmhouse or Pumpkin pie for your holiday table!
See a full list of all the delicious bakeshops at AppleHill.com or the link in bio.
#AppleHillOfficial #ApplePie #AppleHill #HolidayPie #Vegan #Thanksgiving #Pies
Nov 6
It’s not too soon to start thinking about Christmas trees. 🎄 If you’re planning on getting yours at our farms, here’s when they open for the season.
🎄 @harris_tree_farm: November 20 (reservations required, see https://harrisfamilyfarm.ticketspice.com/2025-choose-cut-christmas-tree)
🎄 @crystalcreektrees: November 22
🎄@ohalloransappleranch : November 22
🎄 @fudge_factory_farm: By appointment November 1-26, then open to the public November 28-30 and in December
🎄 Hacienda Orchards: November 28
🎄 @applecountrychristmas : November 28
🎄 @hillsidetreefarm : November 28
🎄 @silverthornmeadows : November 28
🎄 @indian_rock_tree_farm : November 28 – tickets required November 28-30, see IndianRockTreeFarm.com for details
🎄 @madronetreehill: December 6
See the complete list of farms at the link in our bio.
👉 Follow @applehillofficial for more farm updates and news!
#AppleHillOfficial #ChristmasTrees #AppleHill
Nov 4
🍁🍂 Feels like October was just yesterday.
Time to enjoy the fall colors and the slower pace! Hope to see you here soon.
👉And yes, our farms are still open!
#AppleHill #WereOpen #ComeVisit
Nov 2
Happy Nevada Day weekend to our neighbors to the east. (PSA: our farms are open to EVERYONE this weekend, not just Nevada residents!)
See all the specials, discounts, and activities for our Nevada friends through November 2 (present a Nevada driver’s license or other proof of residence) at the link in bio.
#AppleHill #NevadaDays #Nevada
Nov 1
🎃 October may be on the way out, but most of our farms will remain open in November, with pies, Christmas trees, donuts, wine tasting, fall colors, events and lots more!
Pictured:
🍁 Fall colors at @harris_tree_farm
🍩 Donuts and lake views at @highhillranch_applehill
🍂 Fall colors at @starfieldvineyards
🍎 Apples galore at @rainbow_orchards_ca
🗺️ Our Cider Press brochure, which features a map and details on every single one of our farms! (📷 @story.book.brooke)
👉🏼 Save, share, and like this post, and be sure to follow @applehillofficial for more delicious fall inspiration!
#AppleHill #November #SecretSeason #WeAreOpen
Oct 31
Chicken pot pie from scratch, mouth-watering pies (Blackberry Apple Sour Cream IYKYK), and their signature Crème Brulée French Toast are three of many reasons why Drew Bean Farms is a must-visit #AppleHillOfficial farm.
Hours:
Mon + Thu: 10-4
Fri: 10-7
Sat+Sun: 10-5
#AppleHill #DrewBeanFarms #MadeFromScratch
Oct 30
There’s nothing that says fall quite like a glass of apple cider. 🍎 🍺 If you`ve ever been curious about what it takes to turn fresh-picked apples into delicious fresh-pressed cider, head to our blog where you can learn about the magic behind the amazing cider at @barsottijuice and @rainbow_orchards_ca!
Read more at the link in our bio.
#AppleHill #AppleCider #RainbowOrchards #BarsottiJuice
Oct 29
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