Coming off a late winter freeze, Apple Hill farmers find ways to move forward

The apple crop at Apple Hill in El Dorado County looks a little different this year, but farmers said there is still plenty to enjoy as fall gets underway.

• Sep 4

Apple Hill season kicks off, bringing fall fun to the El Dorado County foothills

Even though it's only August, it's already starting to feel like fall in El Dorado County, because Apple Hill season is officially underway.

• Aug 30, 2025

Apple Hill farms officially kick off season Labor Day weekend

Beautiful weather gave people across the perfect reason to get outside this holiday weekend. Apple Hill was no exception as it hosted its official opening weekend.

• Sep 2, 2024

Official opening to Apple Hill season right around the corner

Labor Day weekend is right around the corner which often means the end of summer, but it's also the unofficial start to Apple Hill season.

• Aug 25, 2024

Return of fall favorites are back with opening weekend for Apple Hill growers

While it is opening weekend for most of the growers throughout Apple Hill, High Hill Ranch opened earlier.

• Sep 4, 2023

Labor Day weekend means the start of Apple Hill season

The unofficial end of summer is here. That means people will soon be heading up the foothills to Apple Hill.

• Sep 4, 2023

Christmas trees selling quickly ahead of holiday season, drought raises concerns over future

Christmas trees are already in high demand but many tree farmers are concerned about the future.

• Nov 28, 2022

Apple Hill welcomes fall visitors, navigates challenges

Threats of wildfires and extreme weather are some of the challenges El Dorado County growers have dealt with in recent years.

• Sep 25, 2022