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U-Pick is now open, and we are picking Zestar,

Ginger Gold, and Gala apples. 

You can sign up for Apple Alerts to know when your favorites are ready.

Image by James Yarema

U-Pick Apples

Walk the rows, pick your own, bring home a bag. We grow 26+ varieties - from sweet Galas in August to firm GoldRush apples well into December.

U-Pick Admission
Includes a free ¼ peck bag (holds 8–10 apples)
$9
Per Person
¼ peck bag included (holds approx. 8-10 apples)

Access to designated U-Pick orchard areas
Free
Kids 3 & Under
Free with a paid parent or guardian · no bag included
*Weather plays a big role, so sign up for Apple Alerts before you come.

A portion of every admission supports Every Drop Matters - a nonprofit bringing clean water to those in need. 💧

Arrive on time for Your Favorites!

This calendar is a guide, exact timing depends on the weather each year. 

Sign up for Apple Alerts to get notified when your variety is actually ready.

ambrosia
🍎 In Store Now
Ambrosia

Very sweet apple with honey notes and crisp texture. Great for snacking.

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Arkansas Black

Very firm apple that stores well with a rich sweet-tart flavor.

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Cortland

Sweet apple with bright white flesh that resists browning. Excellent for salads and fresh eating.

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Crimson Crisp

Deep red apple with a firm crunch and balanced sweet flavor.

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Dandee Red

Early season red apple with a pleasant tart taste. Great for eating and baking.  Resists turning brown after being cut.

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Early Fuji

Sweet and crunchy apple with classic Fuji flavor but ripens earlier in the season.

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EverCrisp

Extremely crisp apple with a sweet flavor that stores very well.

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Fuji

Very sweet crisp apple great for fresh eating and long storage.

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Gala

Mildly sweet apple with a crisp bite. A popular fresh-eating apple loved by all ages.

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Ginger Gold

Early yellow apple with a sweet flavor and crisp texture. Great for eating fresh or cooking.

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GoldRush

Bold tart apple that becomes sweeter in storage. Excellent for baking and cider.

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Golden Delicious

Mellow sweet apple with smooth golden skin. Excellent for eating fresh baking or sauces.

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Granny Smith

Bright green apple with a sharp tart flavor. Perfect for baking and pies.

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honeycrisp
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Honeycrisp

Extremely crisp and juicy apple with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.

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Jonagold

Large apple with a perfect balance of honey sweetness and mild tartness.

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Jonamac

Juicy apple combining Jonathan and McIntosh varieties with a sweet-tart flavor.

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Jonathan

Classic tart apple with a rich flavor.  Excellent for pies and baking.

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LindaMac (McIntosh)

Classic McIntosh-style apple with a sweet slightly tart flavor and tender texture.

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Lodi

Early summer apple with a tart flavor. Great for applesauce, pies, and baking.

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Pink Lady

Sweet-tart apple with a crisp bite and vibrant flavor.

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Red Delicious

Sweet mild apple with deep red skin. Best enjoyed fresh.

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Stayman Winesap

Heirloom apple with a spicy wine-like flavor great for baking and cider.

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Zestar!

Crunchy apple with a bright sweet-tart flavor. Excellent early-season apple for fresh eating.

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Image by Adem AY
Apple Alerts

——   DON'T MISS OUT ON YOUR FAVORITE!

Sign Up for
Apple Alerts!

Weather plays a huge role in when apples ripen - each variety has about a 2-week variation window. The fastest way to know when your favorite is ready is an Apple Alert. Get notified by text or email the moment it's time to pick.

Text APPLES to 217-504-8818

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