It is that time of year.... apple-picking time. Apples, apple pie, apple crumble, apples! Please ALWAYS CALL FIRST. Hours etc. can change at any time. What a great activity for families. Go and enjoy!
All Seasons Apple Orchard 🍏
14510 IL Route 176, Woodstock, IL (52 miles)
Season: August 29, 2026 – November 1, 2026
Apples, pumpkins, Honey from hives on the farm, U-pick and already-picked, farm market, restrooms, Inflatables/bounce houses, Jumping pillows, pony rides, petting zoo, birthday parties, weddings, and school tours.
Details and hours: http://allseasonsorchard.com/
Apple Barn Orchard and Winery 🍎
Season: Mid-September- December 2026
W6384 Sugar Creek Rd. Elkhorn, WI (87 miles)
Saturdays & Sundays starting September 19 until the end of October, you can pick your apples right off the tree or choose from a variety of freshly picked apples available in our orchard store. We grow 13 different varieties of apples, including the widely favored Honey Crisp, the bite-sized Empire, the sweet-sour Jona Gold, and, of course, the classics – McIntosh and Cortland!
Details and hours: https://applebarnorchardandwinery.com/
Apple Holler 🍏
Season August-October 2026
5006 S. Sylvania Avenue, Sturtevant, WI (80 miles)
Country gift shop and year-round restaurant in the old cow barn. Hayrides, sleigh rides, bonfires, the legend of Johnny Appleseed, and build-your-own-taffy apples are available in the restaurant. Apple pancakes and apple cinnamon rolls are also available in the restaurant. Fresh-picked cider, caramel apples, and apple butter are also available. Sweet corn, honey, jams and jellies, maple syrup, and gift baskets are also available.
Details and hours: http://www.appleholler.com/
County Line Orchard 🍏
200 S. County Line Road, Hobart, IN 46342 (65 miles)
Season Begins Early September 2026
The County Line Orchard and Orchard Store are only open during the Orchard Season. Dogs are not permitted at the orchard; Service Dogs are only allowed. All ticket sales are final, so please be aware of closing times.
Details and hours: http://www.countylineorchard.com/
Edward's Apple Orchard 🍎
Season: Opens September thru November 2026
7061 Centerville Rd, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 (83 miles)
A family-owned apple orchard in Poplar Grove, Illinois, is where guests can enjoy crisp apples, apple cider donuts, and freshly pressed apple cider. We are a seasonal business that is open from September through November. Our fourth-generation family farm is where families can create traditions that celebrate the local tastes of autumn.
Details and hours: https://edwardsorchard.farm/pick-your-own/apples
Heinz Orchard 🍏
Season: Begins September 2026
1050 Crest Road, Green Oaks, IL 60048 (53 miles)
Welcome to Chicagoland's closest orchard--Heinz Orchard in Green Oaks, IL (next to Libertyville)! We are just 37 miles from downtown Chicago. Our no-frills Lake County orchard has been a favorite in Northern Illinois for over 60 years.
Details and hours: http://heinzorchard.com/
Homestead Orchard 🍎
Season: Begins August 15, 2026
11802 Charles Road, Woodstock, IL (52 miles)
It is a quiet place in the country to pick 14 varieties of apples, pie cherries, pears, and red raspberries.
Details and hours: http://www.homesteadorchard.net/
Honey Hill Apple Orchard 🍏
Season: Early September, 2026
11783 Waterman Rd., Waterman, IL 60556 (36 miles)
Apples, raspberries, pumpkins.
Details and hours: https://honeyhillorchard.com/
Jonamac Orchard 🍎
Season Starts September 5, 2026
19412 Shabbona Rd, Malta, IL 60150 (44 miles)
Jonamac Orchard is a three-generation family farm owned and operated by the McArtor Family since 1984. The apple orchard is part of the 105-acre farm in Northern Illinois, with over 20,000 apple trees. We are committed to providing quality farm products and a memorable fall experience for your family.
Details and hours: https://jonamacorchard.com/
Keller’s Farmstand 🍏
Season: Mid-August -October, 2026
2500 Johnson Rd Oswego, IL (26 miles)
Keller's Apple Orchard - Apple Picking in Oswego, IL
Experience the joy of apple picking at Keller's Farmstand in Oswego, Illinois! Our family-owned apple orchard opens each late summer with over 30+ apple varieties, beautiful farm scenery, and the perfect outing for families, friends, and groups. Come visit for U-pick apples, fresh pre-picked fruit, and a true autumn tradition near Naperville, Aurora, and the greater Chicagoland area.
We offer daily U-pick apples in our large orchard, with different varieties throughout the fall. Pre-picked apples and pumpkins are available at Naperville and Oswego farmstands. Apple cider donuts are made on weekends. Farmstand goods include fresh produce (homegrown sweet corn, tomatoes, etc.), honey from our hives, cider, apple, pumpkin butter, and other jarred items.
Before heading to the orchard for U-pick apples, ALL guests must purchase a bag at the Apple Barn. The last entry to the orchard will be 30 minutes before closing to allow enough time for picking.
Apple Orchard Hours
Monday through Friday, 10 am-6 pm. Saturday & Sunday, 9 am-5 pm.
Details and hours: https://www.kellersfarmstand.com/
Kuipers Family Farm 🍎
Season: August 22, 2026- November 1, 2026
1N318 Watson Road, Maple Park, IL (30 miles)
Buy Apples:
Fresh from the orchard, bagged and sold at the Orchard Shop. Apples are sold individually by the half-peck or peck bag. Prices vary by supply and variety.
Pick Apples
Children 2 and under are admitted FREE but don’t receive a bag. Everyone entering the orchard must purchase admission. Apple picking is Weekends through October. Click here for tickets.
Apple picking may also be available on Weekdays, depending on the crop. Click here for this week’s Weekday picking availability.
Apple Info
Call us at (815) 827-5200 Ext. 1
Updated weekly, call this number to learn which apple varieties are currently available for purchase in the Orchard Shop and which varieties you can pick yourself in the Orchard on Saturday and Sunday.
Details and hours: http://kuipersfamilyfarm.com/index.html
Lang's Orchard 🍏CLOSED for 2026 SEASON
Season:
17411 Secor Road, Woodstock, IL 60098 (65 miles)
The 2024 season is here, and the apples are beautiful this year. We will have u-pick on most varieties.
Details and hours: https://www.langsorchard.com/
Old Homestead Orchard 🍎
Season: Open Sepember 5, 2026-November 1, 2026
7814 Raynor Ave, Franksville, WI 53126 Phone: 262/895-6747 (80 miles)
Old Homestead Orchard returns for the 2026 starting September 5 until November 1. We're open every Friday from 11 - 5 plus Saturday and Sunday from 9 - 5. We will have a new cafe menu on Friday with many of your favorite events and activities returning. We can't wait to see you!
Details and hours: https://www.facebook.com/orchardstore/
Prairie Sky Orchard 🍎 CLOSED for 2026 SEASON
Season:
4914 North Union Rd Union, IL 60180 (66 miles)
We are a small family-owned business with about 2500 small dwarf apple trees. We aim to grow delicious, nutritious apples whether you pick them from the trees or buy them bagged in the barn.
The apples bagged in the barn are picked from the tops of our apple Trees. The Barn will be beautiful with all our great Gourmet foods and delightful fall decorations for sale. Our Hot Dog Kiosk will serve Hot dogs and apple Slices with caramel and nuts. APPLE CIDER DONUTS, slices of Pie, Starbucks Coffee, Hot Chocolate & Hot/cold Cider.
Details and hours: http://www.prairieskyorchard.com/
Royal Oak Farm Fruit Orchard 🍏
Season: Begins August 21, 2026
15908 Hebron Road, Harvard, IL (62 miles)
Apples, blackberries, pumpkins, raspberries, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, face painting, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings, and wedding parties, school tours.
Details and hours: https://www.royaloak.farm/
Stade's Farm Market 🍎
Season: Begins Mid June 2026
3709 Miller Road in McHenry, IL (49 miles)
Many families have become accustomed to taking a relaxing, fun-filled day trip to Stade’s Farm and Market to pick produce, enjoy the farm experience, and stay for the unique, engaging attractions.
Visitors can choose from a wide range of activities that include u-pick vegetables and fruits, a hands-on petting zoo experience, Stade’s Farm traction's park, learning about agriculture and farming in field trip sessions, attending outdoor non-denominational worship services, or shopping in the farm market. Farm stands for local and regional produce as well as unique country gifts.
Details and hours: https://stadesfarmandmarket.com/
Valley Orchard 🍏
Season: Begins August 25, 2025
811 E. State St., Cherry Valley, IL 61016 (77 miles)
Valley Orchard is a family-owned orchard and farm located in Cherry Valley, IL, serving the surrounding areas since 1977. We are an apple orchard specializing in apple picking, field trips, family outings, and group tours. We also offer a variety of farm fresh goods such as a variety of apples, local honey, jams, jellies, and more. We are committed to providing quality, fresh, and locally sourced products to our customers. We strive to create a memorable experience for all visitors, whether they are here for a day or a season. Valley Orchard is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors, create lasting memories, and pick the freshest apples. Come experience the Valley Orchard difference today!
Details and hours: https://thevalleyorchard.com/
Windy Acres Farm 🍎
Season: August 19, 2026- September 10, 2026
37W446 Fabyan Pkwy Geneva, IL 60134 (17 miles)
A 1/4-peck bag of apples per paid patron. Wagon Ride to the Orchard. Fall Photo Opportunities. Retail Shopping is available at our farm stand. Concessions are available for purchase at our Bakery. Homemade Apple Cider Donuts & Hand Dipped Caramel Apples are available for sale at our farm stand.
Details and hours: https://windyacresfarmstand.com/
Woody's Orchard 🍏
Season: Begins Mid August, 2026
3223 Creek Rd., Plano, IL 60545 (25 miles)
At Woody’s Orchard, we grow many different varieties of apples, sure to please all tastes! Please remember that some varieties are in minimal supply, and the crop load and ripening time are at Mother Nature's mercy. Please call ahead if you are making a trip for your favorite apple. Both U-pick and pre-picked apples are available starting mid-to-late August. Click on Hours & Pricing for more information.
Details and hours: https://woodysorchard.com
*Distance is measured from Naperville, IL
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