A fun outing for families in the Chicago area is visiting a u-pick apple orchard. Luckily in our area, we have many orchards that offer lots of family activities.
Here is a list of several orchards close to the Chicago area. (listed in alphabetical order)
All Seasons Apple Orchard
815-338-5637
14510 Route 176, Woodstock, IL
With more than 11,000 apple trees and 12 varieties of apples, this orchard has a flavor that your family will like. Also on the property, a 10 acre co en maze, petting zoo, country farm market, indoor grill restaurant, which offers apple donuts, apple cider caramel apples and more.
Homestead Orchard
815-338-7443
11802 Charles RD, Woodstock, IL
With a 100 year old horse barn on site, this nostalgic location offers apples, red raspberries and blackberries to pick. Also there is a store with a variety of items available for purchase.
Honey Hill Orchard
815-264-3337
11747 Waterman RD, Waterman, IL, www.honeyhillorchard.com
Whether you want to pick your own apples or buy from the roadside market, this orchard has something for everyone. The market offers fresh apples, raspberries, pumpkins, apple juice, donuts, pies and candy.
Jonamac Orchards
815-825-2158
19412 Shabbona RD, Malta IL,
With over 65 acres to explore for the day, kids will have lots of fun. Activities include horse drawn hayrides, 10 acre corn maze, tractor cab and a barn full of fun. Also, there is a bakery on site with lots of yummy treats.
Knutson's Country Harvest
815-695-5905
13550 Townhouse RD, Newark, IL
When you had your fill of u-pick apples, peaches, raspberries, and blackberries, families can take a paddleboat or hayride.
Kuipers Family Farm
815-827-5200
1N318 Watson, RD, Maple Park, IL
This 230 acre family offers lots of entertainment options. In addition to all the yummy treats, the weekends offer a maze.
More Than Delicious Orchard
815-338-2309
9905 Thompson RD, Woodstock, IL
This orchard offers 80 varieties of apples for picking. Please visit www.morethandelicious.com for a picking schedule.
Plank Road Apple Orchard
815-899-4020
50w737 Plank RD, Sycamore, IL
Stop by this orchard for u-pick apples, cider, pie, and more.
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