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Carver County Apple Picking Fun: Your Ultimate Guide to Local Orchards

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

August 27, 2025

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

LuceLine Orchard

Location: 2755 Rose Avenue in Watertown, MN 55388

Hours: Opening August 30, 2025.
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, Omni Spinner and Swings, 2 Hay Mountains, Zip Lines, Tire Tower, Playground and Nature trail. Optional paid activities include Giant Fun Slide, Jumping Pillow, 30 Acre Corn Maze, Hay Ride, Honey Bee Train Ride, Pumpkin Spinner, 1000 Bushel Of Corn Coliseum, Peddle Car Track, Apple Launcher and Corn Cannon.

More Information: (612) 817-6229

Providence Orchard and Farm

Location: 16735 County Rd 30 New Germany, MN 55367

Hours: Open Saturdays beginning September 6, 2025 from 10-4pm.

Apples: U-Pick Apples. Varieties include: Zestar!, SweeTango, Honeycrisp, Haralson, Sweet 16, Fireside, Cortland, Chestnut Crab and Regent.

Family Fun: Special events on select days

Deardorff Orchards and Vineyards

Location: 8282 Parley Lake Rd, Waconia, MN 55387

Hours: Open in 2025 Saturdays and Sundays 12:00pm-6:00pm

Apples: U-Pick Apples. Many Minnesota varieties, including SweeTango, Zestar!, Honeycrisp and Haralson.

Family Fun: Photo ops, live music on select days and complimentary tractor pulled wagon ride with purchase of apples or wine.

More Information: (952) 442-1885

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:


More orchards in the surrounding areas can be found in our Fall Guide, which also features Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches.