Orchard · Flower farm
Pilot Mountain Pears
U-pick pears and flowers in Edneyville, 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
“Every pear you pick should go into your box and return to the barn with you to be weighed.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Our U-Pick flower field features seasonal favorites including zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“U-Pick is a family-friendly activity, and there is no admission fee for children (10 and under) to pick pears.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“When you've finished picking, bring your pears back to the barn.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Picking poles make it easier to reach pears growing higher in the trees.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Cut and pick as many flowers as you can fit into your cup.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“We provide picking poles to help you safely reach pears growing higher in the trees.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“We grow several varieties of Asian pears, and what's available depends on when you visit and what is ripe.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“There's more to a visit than picking pears.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“When you finish picking, bring your pears back to the barn, where we’ll weigh them and calculate your total.”
“Picking poles are provided to help you reach pears growing higher in the trees.”
“Pick Some Pears!”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/pick-your-own, checked October 6, 2026
“Once you’ve picked all the pears you want, bring your box and picking equipment back to the barn.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/pick-your-own, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM”
“Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM”
“Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM”
“Labor Day Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00PM”
“Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00PM”
“Sun 10:00 AM - 5:00PM”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“Every customer entering the U-Pick orchard is required to pay the $2 admission fee.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Half-Bushel Box — $45”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“U-Pick Flowers — $15 per souvenir cup”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Orchard Admission: $2 per person”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/pick-your-own, checked October 6, 2026
“U-Pick Pears: $1.50 per pound”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/pick-your-own, checked October 6, 2026
“All U-Pick pears are $1.50 per pound.”
“Half-Bushel Box (approx. 30 lbs.) — $45”
“One of our team members will weigh your pears and calculate your total at $1.50 per pound.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/pick-your-own, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“We provide picking boxes, wagons, and picking poles for customers to use while in the orchard.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Please keep pets under your control and follow all posted farm rules.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“There are designated areas elsewhere on the farm where you are welcome to eat, drink, picnic, and spend time with any furry friends you’ve brought along.”
Source: pilotmountainpears.com/pick-your-own, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Pears
- Flowers
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pears | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – | |
| Flowers | U-pick | Not stated | – |
At a glance
Besides picking
- Picnic area
Pilot Mountain Pears: questions
Does Pilot Mountain Pears have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Every customer entering the U-Pick orchard is required to pay the $2 admission fee."