FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Helping you make the most of your visit

IS NATURE’S BOUNTY OPEN?

The farm is OPEN Wednesday through Sunday!

Please check our social media or give us a call before heading to the farm, especially on rainy days. As many of our activities are outdoors, we may close for the day if the weather is poor.

WHERE IS NATURE’S BOUNTY FARM LOCATED?

Our farm is located between Uxbridge, Port Perry and Brooklin, about an hour’s drive east from Toronto via the 401 and 407. For directions and our address, please see our Contact page.

DO I HAVE I PAY FOR THE APPLES I PICK?

Yes, guests must pre-pay for bag apples before entering the orchard. You will not permitted in the orchard without a prepaid apple bag and farm admission.

DO I HAVE TO PAY ADMISSION TO VISIT THE FARM?

Yes. There is admission to get onto the farm.

DO YOU ACCEPT DEBIT OR CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS?

Yes we accept credit cards cash and debit.

CAN I BRING MY DOG TO THE FARM?

Yes, we allow well behaved dogs on the farm as long as they remain on leash. Dogs are not permitted in the orchard rows due to food safety protocol. Please ensure at least one person in your group can stay with the dog at all times.

WHERE DO I GO WHEN I ARRIVE?

Please enter the farm through the “Entrance Only” gate, then proceed to parking. You will then head to the admission building to be checked-in by an attendant  and direct you to the picking area.

IS THE FARM ACCESSIBLE?

Our apple orchard is not wheelchair accessible due to the naturally hilly and uneven terrain. Nature’s Bounty Farm is located on the Oak Ridges Moraine, so the orchard has some fairly significant hills throughout.

The main farm area is less hilly and easier to navigate, although there are still some hills and naturally uneven ground typical of a working farm. Wheelchairs and strollers may be able to access many areas of the farm, but please keep the terrain in mind when planning your visit.

An accessible washroom is located near the farm market. Please speak with one of our team members if you need any assistance during your visit.

ARE THERE WASHROOM FACILITIES ON SITE?

Yes, we have portable toilets located around the farm for your convenience. Sanitizer is also be available throughout the farm.

WHAT OTHER ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

We have a number of family oriented activities to offer including a Corn Maze,  Giant Corn Box, Sandbox, Obstacle course, PumpkinVille, Visit with the Highland Cows, Alpacas, goat, ducks and  the sheep.

DO YOU ALLOW PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS?

Photographers are welcome to use the property during regular business hours at no additional charge, but all guests are subject to our minimum purchase policy. Photographers interested in after-hours sessions must book time in advance and must have insurance. Please call or email to inquire.

CAN I HOST A BIRTHDAY PARTY AT THE FARM?

We do not offer birthday parties and do not provide suitable facilities for large gatherings. Some picnic tables are available for guest use. To book a small event, please contact us.

DO YOU HOST SPECIAL EVENTS ON THE FARM?

Interested in hosting an event at Nature’s Bounty Farm? Contact us to learn more about booking your event — we’d love to have you!

DO YOU SELL GROUNDERS OR WINDFALLS?

Due to food safety protocol, we do not sell apples that have fallen to the ground. Discounted apples for animals feed or sauce, that have been picked by our crew and properly handled and stored, are occasionally available.

WHAT DO YOU DO WITH ALL OF THE APPLES ON THE GROUND?

Apples that have fallen on the ground are mulched and compost in place. We do not use fallen apples for cider pressing due to provincial food safety regulations. Our sweet cider is made using tree-picked apples only.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Please contact us and let us know if your need any additional information before your visit