Our Top 5 El Dorado County Fall Activities

Fall has arrived here at the Gold Dust Vineyard and harvest season is in full swing.  Aaron has been tirelessly working on the 2023 vintage, which he says is shaping up to be potentially the best vintage we’ve had since we moved to the property three years ago.  (See his harvest and vintage notes below)

As the vines are finishing up their work for the year, the leaves are starting to change color and the hot summer weather has given way to warm, sunny days and cool evenings.  It’s perfect camping weather and is also one of our favorite times of year around El Dorado County, with so much to do as the many local crops are reaching peak ripeness.

With the new season in full swing, we wanted to share five of our favorite local Fall activities with you as well as a little note to make your camping reservations soon as our vineyard campsites are quickly filling up for the remainder of September through October.

1. Apple Season in Apple Hill – you-pick farms, kids activities and all kinds of apples and apple goodies (pies, tarts, vinegar, etc.)

2. Pumpkin Patches – great for all ages! Choose your fall pumpkins, take on the corn maze or go for a hayride.

3. Fresh, made-to-order Apple Cider doughnuts (Rainbow Orchard) – only seasonally available, we look forward to these warm, fresh doughnuts every year

4. Visit the Alpacas – there are several Alpaca farms in Fair Play, this is our favorite

5. Boat, fish or hike to a waterfall in Sly Park – a beautiful lakeside recreational area with a hiking trail to a waterfall.

And don’t forget to end your day with a Conduit tasting experience and the amazing ridge line views overlooking the Sierra Foothills from our outside tasting area and crush pad.

We hope to see you at Camp Conduit this Fall!