Orchard
B.J. Reece Orchards
U-pick apples in Ellijay, Georgia
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“Check the U-Pick Calendar to find out what apples are available to pick.”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
“U-Pick Orchards are open 7 days a week in September/October”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
“Pricing For U-Pick varies depending on what size bag you purchase for picking (1/2 peck, 1 peck, 1/2 bushel) and what admission package your purchase.”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
Season
“We are closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Easter.”
Source: reeceorchards.com, checked October 7, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Our staff will point you in the direction of parts of the orchard available for apple picking.”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
“Experience fall in Ellijay by picking fresh apples and enjoying farm fun every day throughout September and October”
Source: reeceorchards.com, checked October 7, 2026
“Every Fall, we are excited to welcome you to our family farm and orchards to pick apples.”
Source: reeceorchards.com, checked October 7, 2026
Hours
“Mon-Sat 9am-6pm & Sun 1pm-6pm”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
“U-Pick Hours are Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 1:00pm - 6:00pm We sell the last U-Pick tickets are 5:00pm to allow time to fill your bag before we close at 6:00pm.”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
“Our Farm Market Hours are Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 1:00pm -6:00pm.”
Source: reeceorchards.com, checked October 7, 2026
“We offer apple picking Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm and Sunday 1:00pm - 6:00pm with the last admission sold at 5:00pm to allow for picking before we close.”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-calendar, checked October 7, 2026
Prices
“$8 per person”
“$13 per person”
Source: reeceorchards.com/pricing, checked October 7, 2026
“$18 per person”
“$26 per person”
Source: reeceorchards.com/pricing, checked October 7, 2026
“1/2 Peck $12”
“1/2 Bushel $48”
“1 Peck $24”
Source: reeceorchards.com/pricing, checked October 7, 2026
Before you go
“Yes, dogs are welcome in the orchards.”
“They must be on a leash.”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
“Reservations for groups of 15 or more available Tuesday - Friday in September & October.”
“You are welcome to bring your dog into the orchards.”
“Please make sure your dog is on a leash at all times and pick up after them.”
“You do not need to purchase tickets in advance, and tickets are not available for purchase online.”
Source: reeceorchards.com, checked October 7, 2026
Besides picking
“They are not allowed to enter the market or petting zoo area for safety reasons.”
“We offer a variety of farm fun activities like our petting zoo, corn box, rubber duck races, farm slide and more.”
Source: reeceorchards.com/apple-picking-information, checked October 7, 2026
“Stop by & grab one (or more) of our Apple Cider Donuts or WORLD FAMOUS fried pies.”
Source: reeceorchards.com, checked October 7, 2026
What you can pick
- Apples
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apples | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – |
Typical Georgia seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Apples: August–November. Source: University of Georgia Cooperative Extension: When is Georgia Produce in Season? (FDNS-E-170-6, 2014), read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Address
- Highway 52, Ellijay, GA 30536Gilmer County
Besides picking
- Bakery
- Cider donuts
- Petting zoo
B.J. Reece Orchards: questions
Does B.J. Reece Orchards have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "We offer a variety of farm activities in addition to pick your own apples to create a truly unique fun farm experience."