Featured Business: Hillcrest Orchards
Hillcrest Orchards is a must‑visit agritourism destination in Ellijay, Georgia. Located at 9696 Highway 52 E, Ellijay, Hillcrest offers apple picking, seasonal fun, and a farm market. Visit Website
What to Do
- U‑Pick Apple Picking – Apple Pickin’ Jubilee weekends from late August to October.
- Farm Festival & Activities – Pig races, wagon rides, corn maze, music, slides, pedal carts, playgrounds.
- Farm Market & Bakery – Fresh apples, cider doughnuts, pies, fritters, honey, jams.
- Petting Farm – Meet animals, pony rides, photo ops.
- Festival Food – Funnel cakes, roasted corn, BBQ, hotdogs, peanuts, and more.
Visitor Info
| Season & Hours | September & October: 9 AM – 6 PM | November: 9 AM – 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Admission | Admission + U‑Pick bag. Higher on weekends with events. |
| Phone | (706) 273‑3838 |
| Tips | Arrive early for best apple picking and to avoid crowds. |
Other Apple Houses Nearby
- B.J. Reece Orchards — U‑Pick, bakery, petting zoo.
- Penland Orchards — Farm market & baked goods.
- Red Apple Barn — U‑Pick, hayrides, pumpkin patch.
- Mercier Orchards (Blue Ridge)