Picnic Hill Orchard

U-Pick Orchard servicing Lincoln community.

Over 20 varieties of locally grown apples, cherries and pears.

The Orchard

Apples

Over 20 different varieties of apples available!

Cherries

Our sour cherries are sweet enough to eat but also perfect for baking.

Honeyberries

A little sweet, a little tart. These berries from up north are great eating fresh or made into jams and desserts.

Asian Pears

Crisp, sweet and juicy. You’ll love these pears.

Blackberries

Huge and juicy. You’ll love these blackberries.

U-Pick Apples

We offer u-pick apples starting in August through the end of October. Check back for availability.

Visit our Facebook page for updated information on u-pick dates, times and availability. https://www.facebook.com/picnichillorchard

Kid Pick $5

1/4 peck bag, about 8-10 medium size apples.
Small Pick $10

1/2 peck bag, about 15-18 medium size apples.
Medium Pick $15

1 peck bag, about 30-36 medium size apples.
Large Pick $30

1/2 bushel bag, about 54-66 medium size apples.
Family Pick $20

1/2 peck bag, plus kid pick for up to four kids.

Availability

Pristine Early August
Honeycrisp August - September
CrimsonCrisp® September
Jonafree Mid September
Fuji September - October
Cortland September
Golden Delicious Late September
Enterprise Early October
Albemarle Pippin October
Baldwin October
Nova Spy October
Ludacrisp® Mid October
EverCrisp® October
Little Jewel October
Arkansas Black Late October
Granny Smith Late October
GoldRush Late October
Pink Lady Late October

FAQ

Do I have to pick the fruit?

Apples are available for u-pick or available as already picked at apple barn.

Can i purchase fruit online?

Yes! Visit our online store to purchase in season fruit for pickup or delivery.

Does it cost to visit the orchard?

Visiting the orchard is free. Pick as much fruit as you want and only pay for what you take home.

When do your fruits ripen?

Honeyberries and cherries ripen in the early summer while apples and blackberries ripen late summer into fall.

Do you sell cider apples?

Yes, we have several varieties for cider. Click here to see all of the apple varieties that we offer.

How much does your fruit cost?

All fruit is priced by the bag. Buy a bag and fill it as full as you can!

Are pets allowed at the orchard?

We love pets, but unfortunately for they are not allowed at the orchard.

Can I take pictures at the orchard?

Yes, feel free to take as many pictures while at the Orchard. If you are a professional photographer, we charge a $50 session fee and required that you register prior to your session.

What People Say?

"Yeah, I eat the whole apple. The core, stem, seeds, everything."

Kosmo Kramer

Unemployed

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away."

Benjamin Franklin

Founding Father

"Well that was apple-picking day. There was no need to yell that day. You know I was just excited to find the car. Perfect end to a perfect day."

Jim Halpert

Salesman

How to find us

Location

10500 Yankee Hill Rd
Lincoln, NE 68526

Our Hours

Check our Facebook page for updated hours.

Phone : (402) 417-0734
Email: info@picnichillorchard.com