Accessible Apple Picking Orchards

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Eastern Townships

Au cœur de la pomme (Frelighsburg)

A charming orchard where nature takes center stage, nestled at the foot of the mountains.

Ground mats have been installed between the rows of trees, making apple picking in a wheelchair much easier.

Verger Champêtre – Gîte & Compagnie (Granby)

A magical site featuring a mini-farm, educational trails, playgrounds, and pick-your-own apples.

Accessibility has been enhanced through the PAET program, with ramps leading to the mini-farm and restrooms, along with several improvements that make it easier to move around the site.

Verger Le Gros Pierre (Compton)

A well-established orchard offering breathtaking views over the Coaticook Valley.

Visitors can enjoy a tractor ride using a lift-equipped platform. The apple interpretation trail is accessible from the terrace, as are the boutique and tasting area.

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Laurentides

Les Vergers Lafrance (Saint-Joseph-du-Lac)

A large agri-tourism site known for its homemade products and festive atmosphere.

The orchard includes a mini-farm, a playground, and wide, step-free paths—some paved, some in compacted stone dust—suitable for wheelchairs. While some areas have steeper slopes, most of the site is accessible.

Verger Richard Legault (Saint-Joseph-du-Lac)

A family orchard offering a warm and traditional apple-picking experience.

A tractor equipped with a lift platform makes it easier for people with reduced mobility to enjoy the orchard ride.

Jude-Pomme (Oka)

A peaceful orchard where apples, pears, and plums can be picked in a relaxed setting.

A ramp provides access to the tractor, making the orchard tour more inclusive and enjoyable.

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Montérégie

Le Flanc Nord – Verger & Cidrerie (Mont-Saint-Hilaire)

A scenic location that combines orchard, craft cidery, and local products at the foot of the mountain.

Some paths are sloped or on natural ground, so visitors may need assistance in certain areas. The staff is attentive and happy to help.

Verger Ivanoë Faille (Plaisance)

A peaceful orchard, perfect for a relaxing countryside outing.

Some areas may require assistance depending on mobility needs, but most of the site is welcoming and generally accessible.

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Québec

Ferme Le Beau Markon (Île d’Orléans)

A family-run farm where apples, pears, maple products—and even sauerkraut—are lovingly grown and made.

Apple picking is made more accessible thanks to ground mats laid between rows, allowing for easier wheelchair movement. A simple, authentic experience in a welcoming natural setting—perfect for soaking up the island’s rural charm.

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Plan your outing

These orchards show that apple picking can be enjoyed independently or with light assistance, depending on individual needs. For an even better experience:

• Check the Kéroul listing before your visit
• Call the orchard for specific accessibility details
• Plan to relax under the apple trees after your harvest

Happy picking!

Getting Ready

Valuable information to help you plan your trip.