Melick's Town Farm - Califon Orchards
Califon fresh air meets orchard bite at Melick's Town Farm. Here you pick your apples and pumpkins, wander among sunflowers, and finish at a bustling farm shop stocked with farm-fresh produce, cider, baked goods, and local honey. In Califon, New Jersey this family-run spot stands out for its friendly pace and solid value during peak apple season, with hayrides on weekends and a corn maze that keeps kids busy. Apples are fresh and juicy, Honeycrisp among the crowd, and the on-site store stocks a surprising array of local honey alongside pies and ciders. You can grab everything you need at the farm stand or the retail store, with plenty of picnic tables and a goat pen to boot. Note the orchard policy: no backpacks in the picking area, and pets aren’t allowed. It’s a real New Jersey family day out, with straightforward access, ample parking, and a friendly crew that makes Califon feel like a small-town treasure.