It’s officially fall in Montreal, which means it’s time for cozy sweaters, colourful leaves, and of course, a trip to the farm for apple and pumpkin picking!
There are plenty of apple orchards and pumpkin patches near Montreal where you can spend the day picking crisp apples or finding the perfect pumpkin to bring home.
Here are 7 of the best to visit this fall.
1. Citrouilleville
Looking for an Instagrammable fall outing? Stroll through Citrouilleville, a village of houses made entirely of pumpkins! Explore the corn maze, fairground games, theatre shows, and of course, don’t leave without some pumpkin picking!
560 69e Avenue
Saint-Zotique, Quebec
J0P 1Z0
Only 45 minutes from Montreal
2. Verger Charbonneau
Between the orchards, cider house, crêperie, boutique, and donut shop (their apple beignets are an absolute must-try!), there’s plenty to enjoy at Verger Charbonneau. You’ll also love the tractor rides, mini farm, and picnic areas.
Plus, if you’re visiting on October 25 or 26, don’t miss the haunted trail benefiting the Christian Vachon Foundation.
575 Rang de la Montagne
Mont-Saint-Grégoire, QC
J0J 1K0
Only 40 minutes from Montreal
3. Verger Labonté
Verger Labonté is the perfect mix of nature and fun. You can go apple and pumpkin picking, tackle the corn maze with riddles to solve, or try the big investigation game in the woods.
And when you’re ready for a break, stop by the bistro for their famous, homemade muffins!
2291 Boulevard Perrot
Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot, QC
J7W 2J8
Only 35 minutes from Montreal
4. Marineau Farm
Marineau Farm is one of the oldest, family-run farms in Laval, where you can pick pumpkins, enjoy a picnic in the middle of the fields, wander through a corn maze, meet the animals at the petting zoo, and even gather bouquets of dried flowers.
It’s the perfect spot to soak up the fresh country air and snap some unforgettable fall photos.
4356 Boulevard Dagenais Ouest
Laval, QC
H7R 1L5
Only 25 minutes from Montreal
5. Labonté de la Pomme
Labonté de la Pomme in Oka is perfect for apple and pumpkin picking, and a must-visit for any foodie.
Sip on apple ciders, munch on homemade apple bread, try the étagé campagnard with Oka cheese gratin (dee-licious!) or homemade smoked sausage with apples and maple (also dee-licious!), and don’t miss the mini-farm with its observation beehive.
405 Rang de l’Annonciation
Oka, QC
J0N 1E0
Only 35 minutes from Montreal
6. Petch Orchards
Located on the American border, Petch Orchards is a homey, family-run farm with activities for everyone. Spend the day picking apples (or pears, plums, or pumpkins!), visiting the petting zoo, tackling the 8-acre corn maze, or enjoying their legendary apple donuts and apple pie moonshine.
Plus, the drive through Hemmingford’s fiery fall countryside will make your trip just as unforgettable as the orchard itself!
431 Route 202
Hemmingford, Quebec
J0L 1H0
Only 50 minutes from Montreal
7. Quinn Farm
Quinn Farm is a family-friendly destination where you can pick your own apples, pumpkins, and squash.
The kids will love the animal barn, farm-themed playground, and tractor rides, while adults can browse the farm shop, or enjoy homemade treats. Plus, on weekends, they serve poutine for lunch!
2495 Boulevard Perrot
Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot, QC
J7W 2K8
Only 35 minutes from Montreal
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So which of these farms near Montreal will you visit first? Let me know in the comments!
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