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Carver County Apple Picking Fun: Your Guide to Local Orchards

Where to find pick-your-own apples in Carver County, MN

By Jamie Schlechter, Macaroni Kid Publisher September 1, 2026

It's apple-picking time in Carver County, MN! Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, Carver County has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking spots in Carver County, MN. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!


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Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms in Carver County

🍎 Before You Go: Apple varieties ripen throughout the season, so availability may change. Check with the orchard before visiting for the most up-to-date information on varieties available for picking.

LuceLine Orchard

Location: 2755 Rose Avenue in Watertown, MN 55388

Hours: Opening August 29, 2026.
Wednesday-Friday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am-6:00pm

Apples: U-Pick Apples on weekends. Varieties include: First Kiss, Zestar!, SweeTango, Honeycrisp, Haralson, Keepsake, Sweet 16, Connell Red/Fireside and Snow Sweet.

Family Fun: Free activities include: Farm animals, Hay Mountains, Zip Lines, Life-Sized Legos, Corn Coliseum, Pedal Car Track, LuceLine Hoops, Playground and Nature trail. Free live music on select days.

Optional paid activities ($26/wristband on weekends) include Giant Fun Slide, Jumping Pillow, Corn Maze, Hayrides, Kiddie Train, Pumpkin Spinner, Duck Races, Apple Launcher and Corn Cannon.

More Information: (612) 817-6229


Deardorff Orchards and Vineyards

Location: 8282 Parley Lake Rd, Waconia, MN 55387

Hours: 2026 Hours not confirmed


Providence Orchard and Farm

Location: 16735 County Rd 30 New Germany, MN 55367

Hours: CLOSED for the 2026 Season due to low apple production


Arboretum's Apple House

Location: 7485 Rolling Acres Rd Victoria, MN 55386

Hours: Open daily through Nov. 5, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Apples: Not pick-your-own, but a great selection of apples. Beacon, Chestnut Crabapple, Cortland, Connell Red/Fireside, Frostbite™, Honeygold, Keepsake, Kudos®, LaCrescent, McIntosh, Red Baron, Regent, SnowSweet®, SweeTango®, Sweet Sixteen, Triumph® and Wealthy.

Family Fun: Purchase bags of apples and other goodies. North Star Donuts on site at the AppleHouse Tuesdays-Sundays until Oct. 31, selling fresh apple cider mini donuts, seasonal coffees and cider slushies

More Information: (612) 301-3487


Pick-Your-Own Apple Farms just outside Carver County

Fall Harvest Orchard (Montrose)

Apple Jack Orchards (Delano)

Everly Farms (Minnetrista)

Carlson's Orchard (Winsted)

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Make the Most of Your Apple-Picking Adventure

Don't forget to bring along some essentials like a sturdy basket, comfortable shoes, and a camera to capture those picture-perfect moments picking apples in Carver County, MN. 

Looking for ideas on what to do with your just-picked apples? Check out these recipes — favorites of Macaroni KID families: