2881 North Canyon Rd.
Camino, CA 95709
(530) 642-1222
*Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for the Fall Season
*Open the day after Thanksgiving every Friday, Saturday & Sunday for U-Pick Christmas Trees
*Call to double check hours
When I first moved to Reno five years ago, it didn't take long to learn about Reno's passion toward living and celebrating the seasons and holidays.
It was fall some years ago and I was feeling the fall vibes, admiring the majestic scenery all around and found myself searching for things to do during the fall in Reno. Sure enough, Google knew exactly what I was looking for and steered me in the right direction.
Along with many other suggestions came Apple Hill (2 hr scenic drive from Reno). Apple Hill, a collection of 50+ farms in Placerville, CA, was a place that sounded like Disneyland to me, having all the elements needed for a good time.
I'm a sucker for scenery, road trips, farms, and apple goods- all of which I would be getting if I chose to embark on this trip. I took the leap hoping to create some long-lasting memories and traditions for me and my family.
Being a mother of three, I always do as much planning as I can ahead of time to make trips run smoothly. I researched which farms were ideal for kids. El Dorado came up as one of the many, offering face paint, apple goods, a craft fair, and a scenic train ride.
El Dorado did not disappoint. On our first visit, my kids got face paint from a nice young lady and took a scenic train ride around two ponds lined with beautiful fall foliage. Although the train ride was not as long as the family hoped for it to be, we still ride it every season because it is just that special.
The small-yet-quaint farm is right next to two of the busiest farms- BOA Vista and High Hill Ranch- and is nestled away from the crowds. If you're looking for an ideal spot for having a picnic, a fun place to relax while still being able to shop, and some apple goods to enjoy, I'd highly recommend El Dorado Orchards.
Notes:
-Family Owned
-Hot Dogs and Hot Sandwiches with chips $6-$11
-Train rides currently $5
-El Dorado is a small farm but it packs a punch. It has a craft fair, hot lunch, apple goods, face paint, and train ride.
-The scenery alone can keep me coming back for more
-pies, brownies, caramel apples, cookies, cider, apple cider milkshakes, & jams and butters available but no donuts. Visit BOA Vista Orchards, a min away up the street for some delicious apple goods, including donuts and fritters.
-plenty of tables and benches on grass with tall trees for shade. Ideal for picnics.
-restrooms available
-Plenty of parking
