Agritourism in the Smoky Mountains in Haywood County, NC
Fresh & tasty exploration
The rich soil of Haywood County has made it a robust agricultural community for hundreds of years, and the same traditions continue today. This has put the county on the map as one of the most diverse agritourism destinations in the region.
Download Buy Haywood’s official 2025 “Find Your Adventure” Agritourism Guide here, or stop by our Visitor Center to pick up a hard copy!
U-Pick Farms
One of the best ways to explore Haywood County is to visit one of our many U-Pick farms. Whether you’re looking for flowers, Christmas trees, or fresh fruit and veggies, Haywood County has a variety of locally-owned farms where you can pick produce yourself! The best part? Many of our local farms are just as beautiful as they are fun.
Fruit, Flower & Veggie Farms
Ten Acre Garden
Open April – October
Located in Canton, you can find fresh-cut flowers, berries, and vegetables. They also host farm-to-table dinners every other weekend.
Genesis Gardens
Open June – October
Haywood’s only commercial flower farm has more than 45 varieties of flowers. U Pick, wedding flowers, and plant starts are available.
Frog Holler Organiks
March – May or by appointment
This fully functional farm produces 100% organic produce. If you stay on the property, you’ll enjoy meals that come straight from the garden.
Produce & Farm Stands
KT Apple Orchard
July – November
Farm-fresh seasonal apples, peaches, nectarines, raspberries, blueberries, eggs, and honey. You can also find beeswax hand creams and lip balms in their store.
Barber Orchard
August – December
A seasonal favorite and an apple lover’s dream! Try the melt-in-your-mouth cider donuts and make sure to take plenty of apples home with you.
Duckett’s Produce Clyde
This small family farm has been a leader in agriculture for the past 100 years, making it another North Carolina Century Farm in Haywood County. This is the place to go for fresh, seasonal produce.
Christmas Tree Farms
Boyd Mountain
You select the tree, and Boyd Mountain will cut it, bale it, and tie it on your vehicle. Or use their bowsaws and cut it yourself! A wonderful family experience walking through the manicured fields.
WNC LANDSCAPING
Our Fraser Fir Christmas trees of the highest quality and are grown in their native soil. Offering a limited supply of handmade, on-site wreaths and garland (upon request).
Mehaffey Tree Farm
Find fresh Fraser Fir Christmas trees, garlands, and wreaths at Mehaffey’s. They also offer apple cider and hot chocolate on-site to warm up as you search for the perfect holiday decor.
Farmer’s Markets
Shop local at a Haywood County farmer’s market! Every market is full of vendors selling locally-grown produce, free-range eggs and meats, jams, jellies, cut flowers, and more. Browse farm stands and talk directly with the farmers themselves.
Specialty Shops
Haywood County’s shop owners love to fill their stores with local goods. There’s no shortage of one-of-a-kind specialty stores in our five mountain towns, but we’ve featured a few below.
828 Market
Located in the heart of Waynesville, this Main Street market offers plenty of local favorites, including homemade candles, shaved ice, and pantry staples.
Bosu’s Wine Shop
Choosing the wine for the evening meal since 1993. Bosu’s Wine Shop supporting local agriculture, brewing, and viticulture with local farm products, tastings, and events.
Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon
Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon uses seasonal ingredients to create handcrafted preserves, including jams, pickles, and artisan foods. Stop by to sample your new favorites!
Farm-to-Table Eats
The journey of Haywood County’s freshly grown produce doesn’t end at our farms and gardens—they take on a new life in the kitchens of our locally owned and operated restaurants. Drop in to these farm-to-table restaurants located throughout our mountain towns and discover what makes us a popular regional culinary destination!
Singletree Heritage Kitchen
With a rotating menu based on seasonal harvests, Singletree Heritage Kitchen follows through on its commitment to serving only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients on its menu.
Frankie’s Italian Trattoria
Frankie’s recipes—and passion for cooking—date back nearly a century, and that might just be the special ingredient (although, the locally grown herbs, greens, and veggies help).
Birchwood Hall Southern Kitchen
Enjoy a fresh, modern take on timeless Southern comfort food . Their traditional recipes are rooted in the South but take on new flavors with the help of locally and regionally sourced ingredients.