By: Bill Sullivan -- When the leaves begin to change color in the scenic hills of Camino and we turn the page on the calendar to September, something sweet is just around the corner. It's harvest season for the Apple Hill Growers Association, who have been sharing the fruits of their labor with visitors for more than 50 years in El Dorado County and beyond. Just a short drive up Highway 50 will bring you to this fabulous local destination that is sure to wow visitors of all ages.
Bannered as one of the region’s most significant tourist destinations, Apple Hill is known for its rural ambiance and tasty products that extend well beyond that of just apples.
Apple Hill consists of 55 ranches with the largest concentration of apple growers in California. Featuring 16 different varieties of apples and various other fruits, the Apple Hill Growers Association is also home to 14 bake shops, 10 different wineries, all of which host a collaborative average of 55 special events annually, 18 of which are designed for children.
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