Apple Picking in Iowa 2026

📍 Donnellson, IA

Open for Christmas Nov 24 - Dec 22, 2026.

🌱 USDA organic (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Directions the farm gives the USDA directory: 2.5 miles West of Ft. Madison, IA on Hwy 2 or7 miles East of Donnellson, IA on Hwy 2. Facilities listed: hand washing station(s), picnic areas without tables, picnic areas with tables. Payment listed: cash, personal checks, debit card/credit card.

📍 Nevada, IA

The farm announces it opens for the 2026 season with honeyberries and gooseberries.

🌱 USDA organic (farm's own description)

ℹ️ Published hours are Monday to Saturday 8am to 6pm. Hours: Monday - Saturday 8am-6pm.

📍 North Liberty, IA

The farm's fall season opens September 19, 2026.

💵 A private tented pavilion inside the maze is $50 plus tax for a two hour reservation, with admissions charged separately.

📍 Jefferson, IA

The orchard publishes a 2026 events calendar from late August through the autumn and says the best time to tour is peak harvest in September and October, with tours lasting about 45 minutes.

💵 Apple Acres admission is $12.95 per person online and every guest needs a paid wristband. A reserved table on the outdoor patio is $25.

ℹ️ Payment listed: cash, check, debit cards, visamastercard, discover, wic vouchers. Apple Acres opens at the end of August and closes the first weekend in November. We are open daily in the fall (weather permitting).

📍 Winterset, IA

The farm publishes 2026 evening events on Saturdays through the summer and a Cut Your Own Bouquet afternoon on Sunday August 30, noon to 4pm.

📍 Adel, IA

The farm publishes 2026 seasonal events and hours. Apple and pumpkin picking run during all open hours once the harvest is ready, and the maze is available by September 12.

💵 Apple picking is prepaid at $30 for a bag that holds 10 pounds, and the farm asks pickers not to bring their own bags or picking poles. U-pick peaches were $4 a pound this year.

ℹ️ Payment listed: cash, check, debit cards, visamastercard.

📍 Springville, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Apples, Sweet Corn, Potatoes, Pumpkins, Fruit, Vegetables, Lettuce, Onions, Tomatoes, Beans, Cabbage, Cauliflower. Methods of sale listed: Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, U-Pick.

📍 Bridgewater, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Plums, Pork, Eggplant, Eggs, Kohlrabi, Carrots, Pumpkins, Peaches, Cherries, Grapes, Dill, Edamame (Soybeans). Methods of sale listed: Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), E-Commerce / Online, Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, U-Pick.

📍 Marshalltown, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Apples, Jam, Summer Squash, Tomatoes, Peppers, Pumpkins, Zucchini, Vegetables, Honey, Corn, Onions, Fruit. Methods of sale listed: Farm / Roadside Stand, Farm Market, Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, Retail, U-Pick.

ℹ️ 2402 W Main St Marshalltown Iowa 50158 Always Free Admission! Apple Picking Daily during apple season!

📍 Indianola, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Zinnia, Yarrow, Strawflower, Scabiosa/Pincushion Flower, Nasturtium, Marigold, Lisianthus, Larkspur, Gomphrena, Gladiolus, Dahlia, Cosmos. Methods of sale listed: Direct, Farm / Roadside Stand, Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, Retail, U-Pick.

ℹ️ Profile lists on-site amenities: Free Parking.

📍 Bloomfield, IA

Apple Blossom Farms in Bloomfield, IA, is a charming and picturesque destination known for its delightful apple orchard and a variety of locally grown produce. Located at 14501 Scarlet Avenue, this farm offers a serene rural experience where visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature and the taste of fresh, homegrown apples. In addition to apples, Apple Blossom Farms provides a range of other locally grown goodies throughout the season. Whether you're looking to pick your own apples or explore the farm's market for fresh local product, it's a wonderful spot for a family outing or a peaceful day in the countryside Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Apple cider (fresh), Apples, Pears, Baked goods, Jams / Jellies / Spreadable fruit, Pies and Pumpkins.

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📍 Cambridge, IA

Tulips run from mid April through mid June and opening day follows the tulips. Holiday events return in November 2026.

💵 Fall season passes are $39.95, reduced from $69.95, for a limited time. The orchard notes its published prices were current as of May 22, 2025 and can change.

📍 Donnellson, IA

November 1 - 20 - Closed.

ℹ️ Fall is Finally Here! Open Mondays - Saturdays 10am - 5pm and Sundays 11am - 5pm.

📍 MUSCATINE, IA

Mairet Farms started as a produce farm and has grown to also include Agritourism in the fall. We are one of the last growers of Muscatine Melons! In the fall families can enjoy our jumping pillow, mountain slide, petting zoo, corn pit, zip lines, paintball gallery, and much more! Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Apple cider (fresh), Apples, Melons, Asters, Chrysanthemums, Baked goods, Honey, Cabbage, Corn (Sweet), Cucumbers, Eggplant, Kohlrabi, Onions, Peppers, Potatoes, Pumpkins and Rhubarb.

📍 Decorah, IA

Since 1998, The Pinter Family has provided excellence in landscaping design and installation to residents and businesses throughout NE Iowa. Over the years, Pinter's vision has evolved into a year round Agri-tainment destination, attracting thousands of visitors who come to take a walk through the beautiful display gardens, or play at Pinter's Famous Fall Pumpkin Patch! We have a you pick apple orchard. Young and old, big and small- Pinter's has something for all. Plan your visit soon! Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Apple cider (fresh), Apples, Baked goods, Honey, Jams / Jellies / Spreadable fruit, Maple syrup, Popcorn and Prepared & Processed foods.

📍 Montezuma, IA

Owned by Ashley & Zachary Wenke, Pleasant Grove Homestead provides quality meat, produce, honey and eggs from a 6.5 acre plot (& a rented pasture). PGH is a family ran operation that seeks to inspire you to eat seasonally & locally! You can follow our farm story on Instagram and Facebook! At www.pleasantgrovehomestead.com you can join our mailing list to be the first to know what's happening! Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Apples, Blackberries, Melons, Organic fruits, Raspberries, Strawberries, Chicken, Eggs, Other, Pork, Honey, Maple syrup, Asparagus, Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Brussel sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leeks, Lettuce, Onions, Organic vegetables, Peas, Peppers, Potatoes, Pumpkins, Radishes, Rhubarb, Spinach, Squash (Summer), Squash (Winter), Sweet potato, Swiss chard, Tomatoes and Zucchini.

📍 Mount Vernon, IA

The Big Apple Orchard, owned by the Marti family, is home to 2,200 apple trees of 20+ varieties. Orchard Store with bakery, donuts, gifts & more! Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Apples and Baked goods.

ℹ️ Directions the farm gives the USDA directory: 2 miles west of Mount Vernon IA and 3/4 mile east of Palisades State Park on north side of Highway 30. Payment listed: cash, check.

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📍 Solon, IA

Wilson's Orchard and Farm is a local source of fruits, flowers, baked goods, event space and homemade meals as well as play areas for kids. We offer a wide variety of flower and fruit crops beginning in April and extending through the growing season. These crops are available u-pick or pre-picked. We also produce value-added products like sweet cider, hard cider, dried apples, pies, turnovers, sourdough bread and other goodies. We have two locations, one just 2 miles north of Iowa City and one alongside I-35 in Cumming Iowa. Choose Iowa lists this farm's products as Apple cider (fresh), Apple cider (hard), Apples, Blueberries, Peaches, Raspberries, Strawberries, Christmas Trees, Cut Flowers, Dahlias, Daisies, Flowers, Peonies, Sunflowers, Tulips, Zinnias, Lamb/Mutton, Baked goods, Honey, Jams / Jellies / Spreadable fruit, Maple syrup, Nuts, Pies, Popcorn, Prepared & Processed foods, Vinegars and Pumpkins.

📍 River Sioux, IA

Pick apples; visit the many orchards; hike Murray Hill Iowa's largest; fish the local rivers; camp in Loess Hills State Forest Iowa's largest;

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service On-Farm Market Directory, which lists farms selling their own products to the public at or near the farm. Payment the farm reports taking: Cash.

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📍 Cumming, IA

pick-your-own apples; pumpkin picking; Honey from hives on the farm; Cider mill fresh apple cider made on the premises; gift shop; concessions or refreshment stand; restrooms; picnic area; birthday parties; weddings and wedding parties; school tours;

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service On-Farm Market Directory, which lists farms selling their own products to the public at or near the farm. Payment the farm reports taking: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard.

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📍 Fort Dodge, IA

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Agritourism Directory, which lists farms that welcome visitors on to the farm.

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📍 Sabula, IA

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Agritourism Directory, which lists farms that welcome visitors on to the farm.

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📍 Maxwell, IA

ℹ️ Listed in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Agritourism Directory, which lists farms that welcome visitors on to the farm. Directions the farm gives the USDA directory: From I-35, go East on Hwy 210. Go South on S-27 for about 2 miles. Turn left onto gravel road NE 158th Ave.

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📍 St. Ansgar, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Sunflower, Sweet Corn, Pumpkins, Apples, Strawberries. Methods of sale listed: Farm / Roadside Stand, Farm Market, On-Farm, Retail, U-Pick.

📍 Lacona, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Apples, Fruit, Crops & Agricultural Products. Methods of sale listed: On-Farm, U-Pick.

📍 Runnells, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Fruit, Apples, Crops & Agricultural Products. Methods of sale listed: Farm / Roadside Stand, Farm Market, Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, Retail, U-Pick.

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📍 Manning, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Asparagus, Cherries, Tomatoes, Summer Squash, Strawberries, Vegetables, Apples, Potatoes, Raspberries, Fruit, Beans, Onions. Methods of sale listed: Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, U-Pick.

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📍 Walcott, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Lamb, Parsley, Zucchini, Meat, Poultry & Game, Eggs, Fennel, Hot Peppers (Chili Peppers), Garlic, Scallions, Honey, Pumpkins, Walnuts. Methods of sale listed: E-Commerce / Online, Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, U-Pick.

ℹ️ Profile lists on-site amenities: Petting Zoo, Wheelchair Accessible.

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📍 Marshalltown, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Fruit, Apples, Crops & Agricultural Products. Methods of sale listed: Farm / Roadside Stand, Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, U-Pick.

📍 Carroll, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Watermelon, Meat, Poultry & Game, Apples, Muskmelons, Chicken, Eggs, Beef, Currants, Pears, Strawberries, Gooseberries, Honey. Methods of sale listed: Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, U-Pick.

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📍 Buffalo Center, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Herbs, Asparagus, Kohlrabi, Oregano, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Watermelon, Corn, Grains & Oilseeds, Vegetables, Apples, Basil. Methods of sale listed: Farm / Roadside Stand, Farmers Market Vendor, On-Farm, U-Pick.

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📍 Council Bluffs, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Apples, Aronia Berries, Grapes, Fruit, Crops & Agricultural Products. Methods of sale listed: On-Farm, U-Pick.

📍 Waterloo, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Cauliflower, Hot Peppers (Chili Peppers), Leeks, Peppers, Shallots, Vegetables, Carrots, Potatoes, Summer Squash, Kale, Onions, Winter Squash. Methods of sale listed: Farmers Market Vendor, U-Pick.

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📍 Orange City, IA

MarketMaker profile lists products: Grains & Oilseeds, Fruit, Vegetables, Apples, Jam, Watermelon, Sweet Corn, Corn, Gourds (Edible), Pumpkins, Salsa, Sorghum. Methods of sale listed: On-Farm, U-Pick.