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15 Pumpkin Patches, Apple Orchards and Cider Mills You Can Visit Near Ann Arbor

NOTE: This post was updated on September 14, 2022 to include current information for the fall season.

Southeast Michigan and our Ann Arbor area communities have been built on a strong agriculture history. As a result, we’re blessed with year-round farmers’ markets, local agriculture experiences, and plenty of places to pick a pumpkin and sip fresh apple cider every fall.
To prove it, we rounded up 15 local spots where you can pick your own pumpkin, pick your own apples, watch your cider being pressed, eat a cinnamon sugar donut, then enjoy festive, farm activities. This fall, make a trip to one (or more!) of these family farms and you’ll want to come back every year.

Alber Orchard & Cider Mill | Manchester

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Alber Orchard & Cider Mill is located just 30 minutes west of Ann Arbor in Manchester. Over the years, their tractor-drawn hayrides, 5-acre corn maze, you-pick pumpkin patch, kids play area, free straw maze and animal area have become family favorites. While visiting, you can also enjoy tours of the vintage cider press, fresh-pressed and specially blended apple cider, and delicious, crisp heirloom and family favorite apples. There is no admission charge to enter Alber Orchard, but there are fees for some activities. Alber Orchard & Cider Mill opened for the 2022 season on Tuesday, September 6!

Blake’s Lyon Township | South Lyon

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After 102 years of operation, Erwin Orchards & Cider Mills closed their doors earlier this year and sold the property to Blake’s Farms. Blake’s is continuing many of the traditions Erwin regulars have enjoyed over the years, including their beloved donuts and cider, petting zoo, you-pick orchard, corn maze, tractor rides, straw mountain, tricycle track, and Mr. Bee’s 3D barn. Plus, Blake’s will offer a number of new and exciting additions this year, including a daily farmstand, live music, food trucks and more. Click here for all the details about this new ownership. Blake’s Lyon Township is open for the 2022 season!

Blast Corn Maze | Dexter

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Blast Corn Maze is a famous seasonal destination in the Ann Arbor area. The huge, 14-acre corn maze has three exits available for a short, medium or long journey. After you successfully traverse the maze, the whole family can pick a pumpkin from the you-pick pumpkin patch, take photos with farm props, test out the corn cannon, drive pedal cars and more. Blast Corn Maze is open for the 2022 season on Saturday, September 24–Saturday, November 5!

DeBuck’s Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch | Belleville

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DeBuck's Corn Maze pumpkin patches apple orchards near Ann Arbor Michigan

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Open to the public every fall, DeBuck’s Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch offers more than 15 acres of winding corn maze trails, a 20-acre pick-your-own pumpkin patch, family-oriented fall attractions and hands-on field trips. During your visit, be sure to order up a delectable festival treat from Linda’s Country Kitchen; the menu includes homemade cinnamon sugar donuts, pulled-pork sandwiches, apple cider, nachos and more. DeBuck’s is open for the 2022 season on Saturday, September 18!

Dexter Cider Mill | Dexter

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Just 20 minutes northwest of Ann Arbor, Dexter Cider Mill is the oldest continuously operating cider mill in the entire state. Today, the team makes cider the same way it was made 120 years ago: using locally grown, hand-picked apples on an oak rack press. Even their equipment is over 100 years old! In addition to natural cider, fresh apples, doughnuts, apple nut bread, made-from-scratch apple pies, apple strudel, apple turnovers and hand-rolled gingersnaps, you can also purchase homemade hard ciders made on site. Dexter Cider Mill is open for the 2022 season!

Donahee Farms | Plymouth

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This working farm in Plymouth has more than 80 acres of pumpkins! During the fall, families can also enjoy hayrides, fresh apple cider, seasonal donuts, a hay maze and other activities. And when you’re not visiting during the fall season, you can find their produce, flowers and pumpkins at the Ann Arbor and Northville farmers’ markets. Donahee Farms is open for the 2022 season!

Lesser Farms and Orchard | Dexter

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Lesser Farms and Orchard is a family-owned and -operated farm. Though you can’t pick your own here, you can find some of the region’s best plums, apples, fresh-pressed cider, homemade jams and jellies, beeswax candles, raw, local honey and pumpkins! Lesser Farms and Orchard is open for the 2022 season.

Maybury Farm | Northville

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Maybury Farm pumpkin patches apple orchards near Ann Arbor Michigan

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Situated on 85 acres, this Northville farm has been a landmark in the community for more than 100 years. Here, children and families can experience the joy of animals, agriculture, farmland and forests year-round. Because they partner with Parmenter’s Northville Cider Mill & Winery, you can also enjoy homemade donuts and fresh apple cider during your visit! Maybury Farm is open for the 2022 season.

Obstbaum Orchards | Northville

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Famous for their cherry juice concentrate, Obstbaum Orchards is a 40-year-old apple orchard and cider mill nestled in Salem on the outskirts of Northville. On autumn weekends, everyone is invited to taste fresh apple cider, seasonal donuts, and homemade apple pies, and enjoy hayrides and more fall fun. As of September 10, Obstbaum Orchards is open on weekends throughout the fall!

Parmenter’s Northville Cider Mill | Northville

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Parmenter's Cider Mill pumpkin patches apple orchards near Ann Arbor Michigan

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With no admission fee and free parking, Parmenter’s in Northville is a great fall destination near Ann Arbor because they offer their own treats and they partner with neighboring places like Maybury Farm and Northville Winery and Brewing Co. for even more fun. Fall goodies at Parmenter’s include fresh donuts, fresh apple cider, apple cider slush, apple pie, apple butter, donut chips, caramel apples, fresh fudge, cinnamon roasted almonds, and much more. And if you visit on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday, you can see the cider being pressed through the viewing gate! Parmenter’s is open for the 2022 season August 27–November 20.

The Pumpkin Factory | Belleville

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Located just 30 minutes from Ann Arbor in Belleville, The Pumpkin Factory is a family-friendly farm complete with a corn maze, a pumpkin patch and haunted hayrides through the fall season. It’s the place to be for Halloween fun, with tricks, treats and pumpkins for everyone — plus, there’s free admission and free parking! The Pumpkin Factory opens on October 1.

Three Cedars Farm | Northville

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Beginning Labor Day weekend each year, Three Cedars Farm offers old-fashioned fun for all ages. Farm activities include a 5-acre you-pick pumpkin patch, a 7-acre corn maze, a barnyard play land with live animals, hay rides, train rides and reservable bonfire sites. Inside the Donut Hut, you can taste fresh, homemade donuts, freshly pasteurized cold apple cider, hot cider, coffee and icy apple cider slushes. Three Cedars Farm is open for the 2022 season!

Wasem Fruit Farm | Milan

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During the fall season, Wasem Fruit Farm offers more than a dozen varieties of apples you can pick yourself, you-pick raspberries available in September and early October, you-pick pumpkins in October, and pears! During your fall visit, you’ll get the chance to taste plain, apple, blueberry and pumpkin donuts paired with some of the best, fresh cider in the region. Wasem Fruit Farm is now open for the 2022 season Tuesdays–Sundays from 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Wiard’s Orchard & Country Fair | Ypsilanti

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Wiard's Apple Orchard pumpkin patches apple orchards near Ann Arbor Michigan

Wiard’s Cider Mill and Apple Orchard was founded in Michigan by George Wiard in 1837 and has become one of the region’s most beloved fall destinations. Covering nearly 100 acres and located just minutes from Ann Arbor, attractions include the seasonal Wiard’s Country Fair, an agri-entertainment park that offers orchards, a cider mill, you-pick apples, a corn maze, a you-pick pumpkin patch, an apple cannon, giant inflatables, pony rides, hayrides, a petting farm, miniature golf, a haunted barn, children’s play areas and even more. The Country Fair is now open for the 2022 season!

Wing Farms | Ann Arbor

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Founded in 1852 by James Wing, Wing Farms has lasted for more than 150 years throughout five generations and is still going strong today. Comprised of 205 acres, including the homestead, the family produces primarily corn, soybeans and rye as well as giant pumpkins available to pick every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the fall season. To get to the pumpkin patch, you’ll hop on a free hayride and you can enjoy fresh apple cider, too!
As an added bonus, Wing Farms raises their own turkeys and every bird is all-natural, non-GMO, antibiotic-free and hormone-free. Consider picking up your Thanksgiving turkey at Wing Farms come November! Follow Wing Farms on Facebook for updates about the 2022 season.

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