If you are in the neighborhood worth a quick stop with the kids. A cozy local stand, that sells apple turnovers, honey, and apple cider. They don't sell hot food but there are some benches outside by the parking lot where you can open your jug of apple cider and eat some apple turnovers. Plenty of parking on a Saturday afternoon, and although we purchased tickets online it wasn't necessary. We saw people purchasing entry tickets upon arrival. The staff directed us to the Fuji and gala trees, and we saw a lot of Fuji, gala, and also pink lady. We did not see honeycrisp, but we did manage to find a few mutsu trees hidden in the back. It's a nice little walk, you can go in and take a nice 20 minute stroll and fill your bag, it's about $3/lb. Great place to bring kids since the trees are small and short, and grounds are fairly small so you won't lose them! Apples trees were full of fruit but apples are on the small side, so great for eating out of hand. When baking we do prefer much larger sizes, as it's less work...
Read moreClearview Orchard has a beautiful property with potential for a delightful orchard experience. The scenic surroundings and natural beauty of the location are its primary highlights. However, it falls short when it comes to offering a wide variety of apple types. The limited apple varieties can be a disappointment for those looking to explore diverse flavors.
One aspect that needs improvement is the maintenance of the orchard. Well-maintained orchards not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also ensure a safer and more enjoyable experience for visitors. Clearview Orchard could benefit from better upkeep to make the most of its potential.
In summary, while the overall property is lovely, the lack of apple varieties and the need for improved maintenance do affect the overall orchard experience. With some adjustments, Clearview Orchard could become a more attractive destination for apple enthusiasts and...
Read moreClearview Orchards is a beautiful orchard over looking the city of Watsonville. They have a variety of apples, and other goods such as local honey and their wonder full fresh baked apple turnovers, As soon as you pull in you are directed where to park, then you can walk over to the "barn" for lack of a better term and be greated by the owner of the property in which he well very kindly tell you where certain apples are and and give you a bag to collect your apples. Once you are done you return and pay for your delicious apples. There are even some swings for younger children to play on, over all Clearveiw Orchards is a family run orchard with some nice folks to get your organic apples from and it's not that hard to find it's just off route 1. It's a good...
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