Flower farm · Orchard · Pumpkin patch · Berry farm
Millstone Creek Orchards
U-pick flowers, apples, pumpkins and blackberries in Ramseur, North Carolina
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
“We have a variety of fruits and flowers available for a wonderful u-pick experience.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Depending on the season, the location of our u-pick headquarters varies between our u-pick shed on the front lawn and the Apple Barn.”
“Please visit our u-pick rules/tips page for weekday/weekend u-pick tips.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Pumpkins, Petals & Pasture Pals - October Weekends”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Every weekend in October | Pick pumpkins, flowers & visit with the baby highland cows”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Fall pumpkin patch adventures are coming to the Orchard every weekend this October, and they include Baby Highland Cow visits!”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Join us this season and create life-long memories with your friends and family by picking fresh fruits and flowers.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/u-pick-fruit, checked October 6, 2026
“Blackberries are fun to pick and even better to eat!”
“Our blackberries ripen in early-t0-mid June along with blueberries and usually last through the month.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/u-pick-fruit, checked October 6, 2026
“We have two acres of blueberries and begin harvesting blueberries in early-to-mid June often through early July.”
“With seven different peach varieties across four acres, we’re often picking peaches from early July through late August.”
“Zinnias & Sunflowers (July-August)”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/u-pick-fruit, checked October 6, 2026
“Apples (late August-September)”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/u-pick-fruit, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Apple Barn: mon–fri: 9am–5pm | Sat: 9-6pm | Sun: 12pm–6pm”
“Cider House: Sat: 11am–5pm and Sun: 12pm–5pm”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Apple Barn Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm | Saturday: 9am-6pm | Sunday: 12pm-6pm”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“Buy any one peck (11 lbs.) of our freshly harvested apples for $39, and you will get a second peck completely FREE!”
“Apples are also sold by the pound at $2.95/lb.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Please leave your furry friends and pets at home.”
“We love animals and especially dogs, but our orchard processes our fruits into juice, jams and bakery items so animals are not permitted by NCDA.”
“Service animals are permitted, but they MUST wear a leash, harness or cape that identifies it as a service animal and the owner is liable for any damage caused by the animal.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Yes, we accept all major credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express) as well as cash.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Every weekend in October | Saturdays & Sunday | Reservations required: bit.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“**Pets are NOT allowed on-site.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“We also have picnic areas under our pines and encourage guests to pack a picnic to enjoy on their visit.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“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!”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“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.”
Source: millstonecreekorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Flowers
- Apples · Aug–Sep
- Pumpkins · Oct
- Blackberries
- Blueberries · Jun–Jul
- Peaches
- Sunflowers · Jul–Aug
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flowers | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Apples | U-pick & pre-picked | August–September“late August-September” | – | |
| Pumpkins | U-pick | October“October” | – | |
| Blackberries | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Blueberries | U-pick | June–July“mid June often through early July” | – | |
| Peaches | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Sunflowers | U-pick | July–August“July-August” | – |
Typical North Carolina seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Blueberries: May–July. Source: N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: What’s in Season? North Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Availability, read October 6, 2026.
- Blackberries: June–July, September. Source: N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: What’s in Season? North Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Availability, read October 6, 2026.
- Peaches: June–September. Source: N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: What’s in Season? North Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Availability, read October 6, 2026.
- Apples: August–October. Source: N.C. Cooperative Extension, Lenoir County Center: Fall Is for Apple Picking in North Carolina (September 17, 2025), read October 6, 2026.
- Pumpkins: September–October. Source: N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: What’s in Season? North Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Availability, read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Address
- 506 Parks Crossroads Church Rd, Ramseur, NC 27316Randolph County
Besides picking
- Cider donuts
- Apple cider
- Picnic area
Millstone Creek Orchards: questions
Does Millstone Creek Orchards have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "We have a variety of fruits and flowers available for a wonderful u-pick experience."
When can you pick apples at Millstone Creek Orchards?
August–September, in the farm's words "late August-September", according to the farm's website (checked October 6, 2026). Picking depends on the weather and the crop: check with the farm before you go.
When can you pick your own pumpkins at Millstone Creek Orchards?
October, in the farm's words "October", according to the farm's website (checked October 6, 2026). Picking depends on the weather and the crop: check with the farm before you go.