Pick your own citrus in Milbrodale, NSW
Call ahead
We do not hold season dates for this farm, so we cannot say whether it is picking. Ring the farm before you drive out. September is inside the typical New South Wales season for citrus, but we hold no dates for this farm itself.
Last verified 18 Jul 2026
Hillsdale Citrus Orchard at Milbrodale in the Hunter Valley grows oranges, mandarins, grapefruit and lemons for pick-your-own, generally open Thursday and Friday during citrus season. It's worth phoning ahead before making the trip. Kid-friendly.
Swipe to see all months. Windows are typical for this state — call ahead to confirm what's ripe.
| Crop | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Citrus | Available | Peak | Peak | Peak | Available | Peak | Peak | Peak | Available | Available |
380 Thompsons Rd, Milbrodale NSW 2330. About 2 hours north of Sydney.
Bring a hat, closed shoes, water and cash or a card for what you pick. Rows can be uneven underfoot, so a pram may be harder going in wet weather. This farm is listed as suitable for children. Facilities aren't confirmed for this farm — check when you call ahead.
Check before you drive
Seasons shift with the weather. Always call the farm to confirm what's ripe and that they're open before you drive out.
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For Hillsdale Citrus Orchard at Milbrodale, the details we hold say: booking recommended. That can change week to week, and peak weekends go early — worth calling the farm on (02) 6574 5173 before you set out.
On price, the details we hold for Hillsdale Citrus Orchard read: Pay-per-bucket pricing at the gate: one detailed 2012-era visitor account (Pauline Morrissey blog) reports being given a bucket to fill for $12; a separate secondhand reference cites $10. No current price confirmed from a 2024-2026 source. Rates move as a crop comes in and out, and published prices lag — check the current figure before you go.
Hillsdale Citrus Orchard is listed as suitable for children, based on the details we hold. Some crops are picked at adult height and some paddocks are rough underfoot — worth asking which rows suit small children on the day you're going.
