From the crisp morning air to the leaves changing from green to various shades of red and orange, fall fun is here in the 209. For those who enjoy the sumptuous tastes of fall, Cover’s Apple Ranch is the perfect spot to enjoy some delicious apple cider or home baked goods from apple turnovers to mile high pie. Owned by the Covers since the 1950s, the Tuolumne County ranch has continued to bring smiles and sweet treats to folks from far and wide. 

From the Early Blaze Apples which are a bright yellow color with tinges of red to the deep red color of the Stark Red Apples, which they use to make cider and applesauce, there are a myriad of flavors and varieties that go into making their delicious treats. Some of their most popular items include their Dutch Apple Pie, made with fresh grown apples including seasonal varietals such as the Golden Delicious and King David, which are sweet with a hint of tartness and are perfect for pies. 

For those that are looking for something a little less sweet and a bit heartier there is a full restaurant that serves mouthwatering breakfasts including Ranch Omelets and freshly baked buttermilk biscuits. They also offer delicious bites from their Apple Walnut Salad to a robust Cover’s Meatloaf Sandwich. There are also quite a few offerings in their bakery along with homemade pot pies to take home. 

Though many come for the fresh apple cider and pie, they stay for the fun amenities like the train that takes you around the ranch and the petting zoo. On October 18, they are hosting their 3rd Annual Fall Festival from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the ranch, which is located at 19211 Cherokee Road, Tuolumne, CA 95379. Admission is $15.00 per person and children ages three and under get in for free. The festival will feature hayrides, games, pumpkin patch and much more. For more information please visit their website: coversappleranch.com.