U-pick farm · Ararat, Virginia
Levering Orchard
Levering Orchard is a pick-your-own stop in Ararat, Virginia, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field. Rated 4.3 from 75 reviews. Confirm hours before you go.
About this farm
Levering Orchard is a pick-your-own stop in Ararat, Virginia, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field.
It holds a 4.3 rating across 75 public reviews.
Location
Find Levering Orchard at 163 Levering Ln, Ararat, VA 24053, United States. Plus Code: M92P+98 Ararat, Virginia, USA.
163 Levering Ln , Ararat , Virginia 24053 , US
Before you go
A short checklist so the trip feels easy — especially helpful for first-time u-pick visits in Virginia.
- Bring closed-toe shoes, sun protection, water, and containers unless the farm supplies them.
- Call or check the website for today’s picking conditions — mud, rain, and sold-out fields are common.
- Arrive earlier in the day for cooler weather and better selection during peak weekends.
- Cash still helps at smaller stands even when cards are accepted.
Amenities & details
Attributes pulled from the listing data. Confirm anything important (pets, accessibility, payments) with the farm.
Service options
- • On-site services
Accessibility
- • Wheelchair-accessible car park
Photos
2 photos from the listing plus visitor snaps below in reviews. Click any item for a full preview — videos play in the viewer.
What visitors say
75 reviews on file · showing 8 visitor notes from the listing data.
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“I’ve visited Levering Orchard for three years now, and it has been a consistently great experience. The orchard offers a variety of cherry trees, providing a delightful picking experience. One of the unique aspects is climbing ladders to pick the cherries directly from the trees, which adds to the fun. A couple of practical tips: - They do not accept card payments, so make sure to carry cash. - For quicker responses, it’s better to email them instead of calling. - Be aware that the road within the farm is quite congested from the entrance to the exit, which is to be expected on a farm. Overall, Levering Orchard is a fantastic place for fresh fruit and beautiful scenery. Highly recommended!”
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“I went here the first day of sweet cherry season 2024, as cherries are my favorite fruit. I found Frank and company to be very polite and gracious. My cherries were store-quality and similarly priced. I did not pick my own as the fruit they had already picked was just too inviting, but I plan to explore this fantastic place more in the future. I found their website to be a little clunky, but useful nonetheless. And I strongly recommend the beautiful and scenic drive up from Mt Airy.”
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“Basic no frills apple orchard. Don’t go looking for apple cider, hay rides, apple fritters, etc. It’s difficult to find since Apple Maps takes you to a gated drive way. But we found the entrance by a sign we had passed on the way. Once at the orchard, it’s a short drive down a gravel road and a little hike to the orchards. At only $1 per pound we loaded up our buckets even towards the end of the season. The view is gorgeous!! We plan to return next year for cherries and peaches 😋”
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“Local grower and great folks. Got stuck in the orchards with my vehicle due to the rain lately and the owner pulled me out and even got me a hose to rinse off my car. The apples were great and they introduced us to some new types of apples! We picked 5 bags and are making some great homemade apples sauce!”
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“This place is a little slice of heaven!! The family owned orchards produces a plethora of fruits almost year round. The asthetics are memorable! The cherries this year are better than ever, dark and juicy”
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“While it was the first time we ever picked Apple's and it was fun, the drive back to the orchard was on a single lane dirt road which made it difficult when a car was coming in the other direction. Plus, there were only a very limited amount of places to pull off to let another car get by. On a positive note, the owner was very friendly and the apples tasted great.”
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“Absolutely terrible experience – complete waste of time! The gravel road and parking lot are in horrible condition – full of potholes and barely drivable. But the worst part was the incredibly rude staff, especially an employee named Paul. He was shockingly disrespectful and aggressive, yelling at multiple families just because a few kids ate a couple of cherries. Instead of handling it politely, he screamed “No eating, pack and leave!” in front of everyone, making the atmosphere tense and uncomfortable. His behavior was completely unprofessional and ruined what was supposed to be a fun outing. Don't waste your time or money here!”
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“Extremely disappointed with our visit today. The farm worker's behavior was completely unacceptable, being rude to children and multiple families in our group. We tried to reach out to the farm manager to report the incident, but poor communication made it impossible. Given the horrible experience, we decided to leave without enjoying the farm's offerings. Unless the farm takes serious steps to address staff behavior and customer service.”
FAQ
Is this a u-pick farm?
Yes — this listing is marked as pick-your-own. Policies (containers, pricing, pets) vary; confirm with the farm.
Where is Levering Orchard?
163 Levering Ln, Ararat, VA 24053, United States Plus Code M92P+98 Ararat, Virginia, USA.
What are today’s hours?
Weekly hours are not fully listed — call or check the website before you go.
Is it accessible?
Listing notes include: Wheelchair-accessible car park. Field paths can still be uneven — ask the farm about current conditions.
How do I get there?
Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation to 36.65094, -80.61422.
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