Top 5 Things to do at Ham Orchards

If you find yourself in the North Texas area during the summer you will want to check out Ham Orchards. Ham Orchards is a family owned orchard in Terrell, Texas that began its journey starting from the year 1979. The orchard is open from mid May to mid August and you can check their website or Facebook page for more up to date days as those months approach. The days and times you can visit are Monday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm. If you choose to spend the day at the orchard during one of these times you are in for a treat. Here is a list of some of the top things I recommend doing before you leave…

1. TRY THE PEACH BBQ BY EDDIE DEEN

Whether you are a barbecue lover or not, you have to try the peach BBQ by Eddie Deen. Although this is not the only option on the menu, in my opinion it comes in at #1. The BBQ sandwich comes served on one of the softest buns you have ever tried and you can make it a meal and pick out a side – some options include baked beans, coleslaw, chips or potato salad. Don’t forget to finish off your order with a drink (I recommend the peach tea) and some peach pickles. Yes, I said peach pickles! You HAVE to give them a try not only on their own but also on your sandwich! I don’t think you’ll regret it.

2. GRAB SOME PEACH ICE CREAM INSIDE THE MARKET

A trip to Ham orchards is not complete without grabbing some peach ice cream from the market. It’s delicious! When you order a cone or cup of ice cream you might be amazed by it’s size. My family usually buys one, asks for an extra cup and splits it between two people. ITS SO GOOD! Grab your ice cream and then go do the next thing on this list – sit and relax in the rocking chairs.

3. SIT AND RELAX IN THE ROCKING CHAIRS

Along one side of the covered eating area is a line of wooden rocking chairs inviting visitors to come sit down. I highly recommend taking a little time to just sit back, relax and take in the scenery in front of you. On occasion, you might also see one of the many trains that pass by on the nearby train tracks.

4. PICK BLACKBERRIES IN THE BLACKBERRY PATCH

If you can visit Ham Orchards early in the season (usually within the first month of opening), there is a blackberry patch open to those who want to pick berries themselves. Ham Orchards provides buckets that can be purchased and then you will also pay for what you pick. After you finish you will want to keep your bucket because you can bring it back each year and use it again.

5. SHOP IN THE MARKET STORE

Last but not least you will want to spend some time looking at all the wonderful products and produce in the store. From fresh fruits and veggies to peach cobbler and Mac and cheese you will be sure to find something that you can’t live without. This is also where you can buy Ham Orchard branded t-shirts and hats to help remember the day.

Whether you’re coming for the food or the fun, Ham Orchards is a must visit Summer destination. 

– Pepper and Passports

Ham Orchards Website – https://hamorchard.com