A Fall Visit to Gettysburg

Fall may very well be the best time to visit Gettysburg and Adams County. The weather cools off a bit from the summer heat and humidity to provide a crisp morning with daytime temps in the 60s. Since early fall can still bring warm days in the upper 70s and 80s, you may want to pack your summer shorts just to be sure. Evenings offer a delightful coolness that long for a light jacket, warm sweater and comfy jeans.

The senses are on overload in the fall. Bright colors adorn the trees as autumn foliage takes over. The orchards are bursting with apples that land in our markets and turn up in fresh-baked pies, ciders and delicious desserts. You can smell the crispness that is fall in Gettysburg.

This is the perfect time of year to stay longer on the battlefield or on the deck at the local winery without fear of overheating. With many festivals you’ll want to plan an extra day to make time for our traditional experience to be expanded with extra fun and food. If planning an October visit, book early as this month can be as busy as a weekend in July – and if you visit, you will quickly see why.

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Discover the unique tastes of Adams County’s craft beverages with a self-guided journey along the Adams County Pour Tour.

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Test your Adams County Apple Knowledge!

We love our apples in Adams County, Pennsylvania! Our countryside is brimming with orchards, and while there is something to love about the entire growing season, we especially love apple harvest time! A fall visit to the Gettysburg area isn’t complete without experiencing a component of the county’s annual apple harvest. There is no shortage of … Continue reading Test your Adams County Apple Knowledge!

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Adams County Growing Season – Blossom to Harvest

In Adams County’s countryside, time is measured in growing seasons. It begins in spring – when we start to see the first signs of new growth – buds pushing their way through the branches of fruit trees. Those buds then turn to beautiful, vibrant blossoms that create a blanket of color on the orchard-covered hills … Continue reading Adams County Growing Season – Blossom to Harvest

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