Gilcrease Orchard

Gilcrease Orchard offers a rare treat for Las Vegas families: a working orchard where kids can pick fresh, seasonal fruit completely free of charge. This educational farm experience lets children connect with where their food comes from while enjoying hands-on harvesting of peaches, apples, pears, and vegetables depending on the season.

• ✓Free seasonal fruit picking including peaches, apples, pears, and vegetables
• ✓Hands-on learning about farming and agriculture
• ✓Walking through real working orchards and vegetable fields
• ✓Taking home fresh produce the kids picked themselves
• ✓Meeting farm animals and seeing agricultural equipment

1. 1.Arrive early in the morning when it's cooler and the best fruit is still available,the orchard can get picked over by mid-afternoon during peak season
2. 2.Bring your own bags or containers for collecting fruit, plus sunscreen, hats, and plenty of water as there's limited shade
3. 3.Check their Facebook page or call ahead to confirm what's in season and ripe for picking before you visit
4. 4.Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get dirty,kids will be walking through orchards and may encounter muddy areas
5. 5.Take advantage of the educational opportunity by talking with staff about farming practices and what they're growing

Visit on weekday mornings during harvest season (typically spring through fall) for the coolest temperatures and smallest crowds. Weekends get very busy with families, and afternoons in summer can be uncomfortably hot.

The fruit picking is completely FREE, which is amazing for families on a budget. Parking is available on-site. Bring your own containers and water, and be prepared for an outdoor farm setting with uneven terrain.

Harvest seasons vary by crop: peaches in late spring/early summer, apples in fall, vegetables throughout growing season. The orchard is typically closed in winter months when nothing is harvestable. Always check current picking availability before visiting as crops depend on weather and harvest timing.

Pack a picnic to enjoy after picking, or head to nearby Summerlin for family-friendly options like Brio Italian Grille or California Pizza Kitchen at Downtown Summerlin, about 10 minutes away.