Gilcrease Orchards is a diamond in the ruff here in Las Vegas. The Gilcrease Orchard is a non-profit foundation located at 7810 North Tenaya Way on the corner of Whispering Sands and Tanaya. Spanning over 50 acres you will find pick your own veggies and fruit such as:
- Zucchini-May to August
- Peaches-June
- Apricots, Figs-May to June
- Tomatoes-June to November
- Cantaloupe-June to September
- Watermelon-July to October
- Apples-July to October
- Butternut, Speghetti Squash-Summer and Fall
- Pears-August to October
- Pumpkin-End of September and October
Don't forget the apple cidar! This is harvest and made right on the orchard grounds, its available at the fruit stands. Please vist Gilcrease Orchards for the current prices on the cidar and what is in season for picking. The orchards are availabe for fieldtrips as well.
This is a Cash Only business open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturdays from 7am to Noon.
The 2011 season begins April 30th, 2011 at 7am.
You are able to drive through the orchard or walk through. Many bring kids in strollers carrying plastic bags to bring home fresh produce that are either family favorites or something new to try! *There are no paved roads so if you do bring your stroller realize your pushing it on a dusty, rocky, crumbly path. Don't forget to bring your camera as there are tons of photo opts against corn stalks or within the apple orchards.
For parents who are potty training, there are porta-potties. They are far and few between. If you do drive in you may have a long line of cars during check out, just depends on the season and time you go. Pack a snack, plenty of water and suncreen and enjoy your hand at farming!
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