Apple Orchards

Everything Apples

You can’t think of apples without thinking of Ellijay. Gilmer County is the Apple Capital of Georgia. We have really good apples. But apples aren’t the only fresh food grown in these parts.   A great variety of vegetables and fruits are harvested right here. Many Growers have stores where you can see the variety they have to offer for sale.   In most cases, the orchard is connected to the store.

Ellijay is home to no fewer than eleven apple orchards, so whether you like your apples sweet, tart, golden, or rosy, you’re sure to find the perfect locally-grown treat! Apples are always in season from August through November, and Ellijay is proud to host the Georgia Apple Festival every year.

The Georgia Apple Festival takes place the second and third weekends in October, drawing thousands of visitors to taste apple fritters, apple pie, caramelized apples, and more! You can’t miss the renowned Arts & Crafts fair with work from over 300 artists and artisans. The festival also features the Apple Classic Auto Show, the Apple Festival 5K Road Race, and the Apple Festival Parade. The festivities are organized by The Ellijay Lions Club, the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce, the cities of Ellijay and East Ellijay, and Gilmer County.

Here are more Orchards that we know you will enjoy!

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