The Best Portland-Area U-Pick Farms for Apples and Other Fruit | Eater Portland
"Comice pears, Italian plums, and apple varieties including Pinova, Pink Lady, and Granny Smith fill this verdant Salem-based orchard. If bringing food from home, look out for the picnic tables that dot True North. For a seasonally appropriate beverage, seek out the charming general store or cider wagon to sip fresh-pressed apple cider." - Rachel Pinsky
True North was an exceptional experience. The owners were as sweet as their cider and shared valuable knowledge. We stopped on our travels, and was such a great way to get of the car, stretch and get some intentional movement in. We passed other orchards, but they seemed over crowded and overly commercialized. True north was quaint and cozy, perfect for a couple to have a day date without the extra noise. Highly recommend and would visit again!! Thank you for sharing with us!
nifty K.
Google
the absolute best orchard in the area. peaceful and relaxing. run by wonderful people. so much more than just many many varieties of apples. pears, plums, pumpkins, eggs, honey, cider, juice, plus other fantastic yums. and cats. dont forget to say hi to the cats 😻😻
Victoria G.
Google
Such a welcoming place. Great selections of apples at really great prices! Love the farm kitten too- so sweet!
Ivan N.
Google
Came from San Diego and explore Oregon, on our way back from Silver Falls decided to stop by True North Farms and end the day picking apples to bring back to our hotel. What a fun time we had. There's some farm cats that are so cute, one of them follow us the whole time. Their apples are bomb, sweet, crispy and tangy. Diane was so nice, she made us the BEST apple cider me and my wife ever had. definitely recommend stopping by, It felt warm and welcomed.
Vee K
Google
We had an amazing time during our inaugural visit to this charming local orchard managed by a husband-and-wife duo. The owners were incredibly welcoming and friendly. They offer a delightful selection of apples, grapes, local honey, freshly squeezed grape juice, and apple cider. Be sure to sample the sparkling juice and cider—it's a must-try! Overall, it was a fantastic experience!
Kay M.
Google
The wife, Husky, and I had a wonderful time exploring the grounds. We felt welcome immediately upon entry and can't wait to go back! We came late in the season for Fuji apples, so they were a scavenger hunt. However, I had never picked grapes before; they were plentiful and delicious. What a delightful experience! The owners were also super kind and incredible salespeople. What is usually a once a year trip might turn into a regular adventure. Traveling from downtown Salem was super easy. Cannot recommend enough!!!
Sean L.
Google
The Cat is cool as heck! We picked 35lbs of honeycrisp apples for 23 bucks! Made apple sauce and is was over the moon delicious!!! Owners are great, was my birthday and got some free homemade grape juice and that WAS friggn good stuff .. liquid grapes!!!! Anyway great experience as always its our 3rd year ... Go see them great folks!
Eddie and D.
Google
The season is winding down, but you may still have a chance to stop by. It is worth a visit to this local, Salem farm. The owners are so gracious and welcoming. We were there picking grapes, apples, and pears. We purchased some homemade apple cider too. Totally worth the trip!
Jennifer S.
Yelp
Proof that (FB) marketing works! Here for an unusual Father's Day gift, I responded to an ad for Sarracenia Hybrid Carnivorous Pitcher Plants.
These beautiful and exotic perennials feed on flies, mosquitoes, gnats, and most other flying bugs. Each plants consumes hundreds of bugs each season.
Several varieties in pre potted in 4" pots
single crown Pots $15, double crown pots $25.
Easy to find, right outside of Salem off of Silverton Rd. They also have cherry trees and other U-Pick options.
I was met as soon as I parked and got to see how they're grown and chose the ones I wanted. Pretty cool alternative to the standard dad tie.
Check their website for seasonal activities. I'll be back!