High Hill Ranch Autumn Harvest & Cider Mill Days

About this adventure

Perched in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills just 45 minutes east of downtown Sacramento, High Hill Ranch is the crown jewel of the historic Apple Hill agricultural district. Throughout the autumn harvest season and Thanksgiving week, this expansive family farm buzzes with fall cheer. Visitors witness traditional apple pressing in the historic cider mill, pick out heirloom apples by the peck, and savor High Hill's legendary piping-hot apple cider donuts and homemade pies. Children adore pony rides through the orchards, catch-and-release trout fishing at the scenic farm pond, hayrides, and browsing over 60 artisan craft and culinary booths. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Main vendor promenades, bakery pavilions, and cider sampling areas are paved or packed gravel; heavy-duty all-terrain strollers recommended for dirt orchard trails. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Permanent public restrooms equipped with infant changing counters are situated near the main bakery patio, alongside shaded picnic tables. • Age Suitability: Delightful for infants, toddlers, school-age kids, parents, and grandparents alike. • Sensory Tips: Peak weekend afternoons can be bustling with live country music and apple donut queues; weekday mornings offer a peaceful, serene foothill experience.