U-pick farm · Madison, Maine
North Star Orchards
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North Star Orchards is a pick-your-own stop in Madison, Maine, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field. Rated 4.9 from 85 reviews. Confirm hours before you go.
About this farm
North Star Orchards is a pick-your-own stop in Madison, Maine, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field.
It holds a 4.9 rating across 85 public reviews.
Today (Friday) is listed as 10 AM–5 PM. Hours can change with harvest and weather.
Location
Find North Star Orchards at 97 Orchard Rd, Madison, ME 04950, United States. Plus Code: V57C+92 Madison, Maine, USA.
97 Orchard Rd , Madison , Maine 04950 , US
Hours
Local time (America/New_York). Hours can change with harvest and weather — confirm before you go.
10 AM–5 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday · today
10 AM–5 PM
Saturday
10 AM–5 PM
Sunday
10 AM–5 PM
Before you go
A short checklist so the trip feels easy — especially helpful for first-time u-pick visits in Maine.
- 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
- • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Photos
3 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
85 reviews on file · showing 8 visitor notes from the listing data.
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“I love this place! I have fond memories of visiting it as a child with my family, and recently brought my husband with me to see the view and pick up some apples. They have a wonderfully scenic orchard, with a spot in the back for picnics or just a thoughtful moment to enjoy the view. The owners are incredibly kind, and they have a wonderful little gift shop when you pull in you can shop for local gifts including dishware, candles, candy, all things apple and more. You can purchase bags of apples and cider there as well, or you can walk around and pick your own based on what’s available that day. If you’re looking for a quintessential New England fall activity, this is it.”
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“So gorgeous! Their Empires are the best apples I’ve had in years. The view of the peaks from the orchard is stunning. We were there in the third week in October and the foliage was to die for. Their apple trees are lovely and so full of fruit! The store has a great selection of gifts and small crafts- the pottery is particularly charming. And everyone was friendly and incredibly helpful. We were in the area for a week and North Star Orchards was our favorite spot we visited!”
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“We had great time enjoying apple sauce Sunday. There was a huge crowd of people and the apple sauce and toppings we're great! The store had hot cider and apples as well as many items from fudge too puzzles too crafts and cookware. A great little orchard and awesome owners and employees who make it an even better experience! If your in the Madison area stop by and enjoy a real Maine apple orchard!”
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“Excellent place to visit. The scenery is gorgeous and the folks who run this place couldn't be nicer. It was super easy to pick our own apples, and be sure to browse the little store. Lots of cute and delicious locally-made items.”
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“Wonderful staff! This place is magical and makes for incredible family memories. Applesauce Sunday was so much fun and we enjoyed the wagon ride. The apples are so flavorful and plenty for the picking. I can’t wait to go back.”
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“Best apples and more in a beautiful setting. Very knowledgeable and friendly people.”
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“We love North Star orchards! We've been picking your own apples for over 20 years.”
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“We have visited North Star Orchards in the past. We like to go there every time we visit family in Maine. The apples are ready to pick. We usually ride the wagon, but it was not available when we were out there this fall. I enjoy their apple cider, also. They also have a gift shop.”
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 North Star Orchards?
97 Orchard Rd, Madison, ME 04950, United States Plus Code V57C+92 Madison, Maine, USA.
What are today’s hours?
Friday: 10 AM–5 PM. Full weekly hours are listed above.
Is it accessible?
Listing notes include: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance. 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 44.86342, -69.82992. Street View is also linked above so you can preview the entrance.
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