Blooms & Bushels Fest Open Thru September 17, 2026
Fall
U-Pic Apple Orchard
Have you been waiting to hand pick the perfect apples to enjoy in your fall pie or as a snack?
We invite you to pick your way through our U-Pic Apple Orchard and hand select any variety of apple to take home.
Available Apple Varieties
Call us at (815) 827-5200 Ext. 1 Updated weekly, call this number to hear apple varieties currently available for purchase in the Orchard Shop and which varieties you’ll be able to pick yourself in the orchard.
Visit the Apple Varieties page
See which varieties are available to pick in the orchard and for sale in the Orchard Shop. Sign up to receive a text when your favorite is available!
2026 U-Pic Apple Orchard Admission
Ages 2 & Under FREE ADMISSION (bag not included)
*Ticket fee will apply to online purchase*
Weekdays
Excludes Labor Day & Columbus Day
$11.99 per person (gate only)
(Coupon codes not valid at the gate)
Weekends
& Holidays
$14.99 per person
*Does not include online processing fee
U-Pic Apple Orchard Hours
August 22nd - November 1st, 2026
Final admission 30 minutes before close
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What's Included
Delicious Apples
Over 45 different varieties grown in our orchard. Click to see what's available for your visit!
Endless Photo Ops
With the endless photo opportunities, this is the perfect place to take those perfect pictures.
One 1/4 Peck Bag
Each paid admission receives a 1/4 peck bag to fill.
What's Available
Farmview Railway
Kids and adults will love the 3/4 mile scenic trip around the farm. Available on weekends.
Orchard Shop
Browse unique items for your home and sample some of the hundreds of specialty foods we carry from the Sample Kitchen.
U-Pic Apple OrchardFrequently Asked Questions
Can I eat an apple while I am picking in the Apple Orchard?
Yes, you are welcome to taste the different varieties offered on the day of your visit. We ask that apples are shared amongst members of a party to minimize waste.
When is last admission to the orchard?
Last admission is 30 minutes before the farm closes for the day.
Can I walk through the orchard without purchasing U-Pic Apple Orchard Admission?
We do require paid admission from anyone entering the U-Pic Apple Orchard.
