If a nice glass of crisp, cold apple cider is calling your name, this is the place you need to go. Located in Parkdale, Draper Girls Country Farm has been in operation for over 50 years and serves up some of the best unpasteurized apple cider around. Head to this farm this fall for a wonderful day of fun, and you will not be disappointed.

Situated in the heart of the Hood River Valley, you are going to love the trip to this family-run farm.

With epic views of Mt. Hood while you visit, you may feel like just sitting and sipping apple cider all afternoon.

Open since 1962, this small farm is open year-round and provides a true farm experience with every visit.

While fall is the time for apples and pears, throughout the year, the farms serves up a variety of fruits, including strawberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, prunes, and nectarines.

Draper Girls Country Farm is the only licensed non-pasteurized cider making company in the Hood River Valley.

Their bevy of different apple varieties is what makes their cider so delicious.

Changing throughout the harvest based on what is available at pressing time, the cider will be varying levels of tart and sweet throughout the fall.

No matter when you buy it though, it is guaranteed to be delicious.

Early season ciders tend to be more tart, while later fall ciders become sweeter.

At peak season, over 30 varieties of apples can be used to create the perfect blend of flavor.

Get it while you can...

You might want to buy a couple jugs of this sweet stuff. It is pretty amazing.

While you are there, be sure to check out all the other handmade products and offerings the farm sells.

Their cinnamon-sugar dried apples are pretty stunning, and they have a nice selection of locally made products like jams and jellies, honey, and canned fruits.

Be sure you plan to spend a little time just relaxing with the great views while you are there.

There is a giant swing to kick back and relax on, and children will love to run around and enjoy the fresh mountain air at this working farm.

If you are up for a little picking, they have an expansive u-pick orchard where you can select your favorite varieties.

If you haven't picked apples in Parkdale before, you must experience this simple pleasure first hand.

With amazing mountain views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams and fantastic cider, you are going to make some great memories on your trip to this fun family farm.

Draper Girls Country Farm is located at 6200 HWY 35

in Parkdale.

Have you picked apples in Hood River this fall? What is your favorite place?