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The Historic Orchard at Altapass

The Historic Orchard at Altapass
 
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SEASONAL. The hundred-year old Historic Orchard at Altapass is directly on the Blue Ridge Parkway, nestled in mountain ridges that treat its visitors to breathtaking views. The Orchard is preserving dozens of varieties of old-time mountain apples and providing heritage-filled activities for its many guests. All visitors are invited to be a part of the fun. Activities include storytelling hayrides, traditional live mountain music and dancing, arts and craft demonstrations, and nature walks. The Orchard is an official Monarch Waystation Facility, so you can participate in a monarch butterfly program. The gift shop has offerings of fabulous local arts and crafts, books, clothing, jams, jellies, condiments, Orchard-made fudge, hand dipped ice cream and a hot snacks wagon.

The Historic Orchard at Altapass, a 501(c)3 public charity, is known throughout the Blue Ridge for “Saving the Good Stuff.”

Note: Season runs May 19-October 31. Open daily in October, including Tuesdays.

Hours:
Open daily May 19–October 31.

Orchard: Monday, Wednesday–Saturday, 11:00 pm–4:00 pm; Sunday, 12:00 pm–4:00 pm

Hayrides: Saturday–Sunday, 12:00 pm–4:00 pm hourly. Call for reservations.

Closed: Tuesdays, November–Mid-May.

Phone:
888-765-9531

Address:
1025 Orchard Road, Spruce Pine
Accessible from The Blue Ridge Parkway at mile marker 328.3

Web Site:
www.altapassorchard.com

Directions:

  • From I-40, take exit 86 and follow NC Rte 226 north to The Blue Ridge Parkway, approximately 15 miles. Take the Parkway north 3 miles to Orchard Road.

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