Looking for a local, pick-your-own farm in Livingston County, Michigan? Scroll down this page and you will see the U-Pick farms in Livingston County, Michigan, sorted by county. Those that offer organic or sustainably grown produce are identified by the words "organic" and/or "sustainable" in Green, next to their name (see "What does Organic mean?"). The U-pick crops they offer follow the name of the farm. To search the page for a specific crop, use Ctrl-F (or on an ipad or Mac, use their "search on this page" function) If they have a website, the name will be in blue and underlined; click on it and it will open their website. If you find anything outdated or inaccurate, see the customer and farmer menus (as appropriate) at the top menu bar to submit updates and corrections and help me keep each current!
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New! Road tripping and camping is a great way to have a fun, safe and inexpensive family trip. The national and state parks and monuments are open, and campgrounds usually cost between $10 and $40 per night. September to November is the best camping weather. See our new website Road Tripping and Camping.com for tips, tricks, guides, checklists and info about parks, monuments and other places to visit.
New! We just went live with our latest website, FunFactoryTours.com - As they name implies, you can find a fun factory tour, including chocolate, automobiles, historical forts and sites, famous buildings, Active Federal facilities even fun geology: like fossils and volcanic areas
Note: Beware the copycat websites like the one that stole our name and uses .farm extension: they copied my work and do NOT even update the info! I make updates EVERY day. They use tech tricks to get higher rankings, but have many more inaccuracies and out-dated info. Obviously, I cannot check every farm every day, but I do check as many as I can every day, and respond to all requests. They don't. Don't support the scammers!
Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! And if you know of any farms I missed and want to add a farm, please let me know! I'm making updates for this year as fast as I can - if you find anything out-of-date, wrong or not working - please let me know! This website is supported by purchases you make through the links to products on Amazon. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This allows me to continue to maintain the website and make improvements!
What's in season in November 2024, and other timely information:
Notes for November 2024: Crop growth is slowing down, except for Christmas tree farms and if you live in southern California, southern Texas, Florida or along the Gulf coast where citrus are starting, and believe it or not, the blueberry and strawberry season in those areas is about to begin. See your state harvest calendar . This year, much of the country is still seeing mild weather, so lettuce, peas, broccoli, cabbage and other greens are thriving. And this is a good time to get a canner and learn how to preserve foods for the winter, like canning some applesauce, apple butter or jam, which make great gifts. As do your own homemade specialty liqueurs! How about homemade cranberry sauce or a pumpkin pie made from a real pumpkin for the holidays? See our comprehensive list of easy home canning, jam and jelly making, preserving, drying and freezing directions. You can access recipes and other resources from the drop down menus at the top of the page or the site search. A fun winter activity is to make your own ice cream, even gelato, or low fat or low sugar ice cream - see this page. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to write me!
Valentine's Day - February 14 - See this website for Valentines Day history, facts and Amazon's top picks for fast, easy, inexpensive gifts for the man, woman or children in your life!
Easter will be April 4, 2021 - if you want to take your children to a free Easter egg hunt - see our companion website to find a local Easter Egg hunt!
Children's Consignment Sales occur in both the Spring and Fall See our companion website to find a local community or church kid's consignment sale!
Livingston County, Michigan U-Pick Farms and Orchards in 2024, by county
Click on the resources drop-down above, if you need a county map
Livingston County
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Big Red
Barn Orchard - apples, raspberries, pumpkins, farm animals inflatables,
wedding venue,
4900 32 Mile Road, Washington, MI. Phone: (586) 752-7888. Email: bigredevents@theepicureangroup.com. Open: May 1 to Thanksgiving, 9 am to 8 pm, seven days a week. Directions: I-75 to N. Rochester Road, to 32 Mile Rd.; or M-53 to 32 Mile Road (on 32 Mile Road between Rochester Road and Van Dyke.) U-pick: apples.. Also available, peaches, fresh produce, plums, grapes and many more. Fall group tours; educational fun for all ages. Miller's Big Red Barn facebook page. Bakery and Country Store offers lots and lots of homestyle pies, breads, donuts, butters, jams & jellies. Free petting farm. Cider Mill. Greehouses; full of bedding plants and Fall mums. We ARE though still one of the only farms around that still MAKES & BAKES OUR OWN PIES from SCRATCH! YUM!!! Big Red has 90 acres to host your wedding, family reunion, graduation party, company picnic, and fundraiser 5K run. From an intimate gathering of 40 to an outdoor picnic of 500, our Epicurean Catering Events Team will take care of the details for your day so you can be a Guest and enjoy! U-pick Apple orchard with a Cider mill, Bakery: doughnuts, pies.Petting Farm, Bounce-house and children's attractions, a farm market with seasonal fresh produce and Made in Michigan goods, Hard-cider tasting room, Hydroponic farming and Aquaponic farming. Big Red now offers year-round events and catering, in addition to an onsite Smokehouse and Restaurant. (UPDATED: June 19, 2018) -
Degroot's Strawberries -
permanently closed
Gregory, MI 48137. .UPDATE for 2021, Their website says they are permanently closed. the 2020 strawberry season was our last. We have happily shared our farm through three generations of our family and yours. It is a bittersweet decision and one always wishes they could go on forever. It is our season of rest after 43 years. -
Destiny Farm - Permanently closed
Brighton Township, MI 48380. Open: UPDATE for 2020, A visitor writes on August 16, 2020: "I tried going there last year. The place does not appear to be open. Everything was overgrown."
(UPDATED: August 16, 2020) -
Hazen's Farm - Uses natural growing practices, blueberries, raspberries (red), raspberries (yellow), Honey from hives on the
farm, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties are available,
restrooms, picnic area, school tours
1144 Peavy Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-1841. Email: hazensfarm@gmail.com. Open: Tuesday to Sunday from 8 am to 7 pm, closed on Mondays. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Our farm is located in beautiful Howell, MI just minutes from exit 137 off I96. Off I-96 to Exit D-19 N to Mason Road, left on Peavy Road, farm 1 mi. on right side of the Road. Come see us. We appreciate your business!. Click here for a map and directions. Blueberries: mid July to the end of August Raspberries: August to October Peaches: end of July to August. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. We have a bakery where we sell freshly made pies, cookies, and other baked goods. We also sell our artisinal handpacked ice cream. Our raw honey is made from the local hives of Livingston County. Raw honey has not been heated, pasteurized, or processed. Honey that is raw maintains its natural vitamins, enzymes, and antioxidants. Many healthy benefits of raw honey include anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal properties. It promotes body and digestive health, while strengthening the immune system. One of the most useful benefits to our customers is it's ability to treat seasonal allergies. Note: A visitor says they do not have peaches any more - all their trees died. (UPDATED: July 15, 2016) -
Kapnick
Orchards - apple festival (over 40 years) , typically held on a weekend in early October on Saturday 9-6 pm. and Sunday 10-5 p.m
4245 Rogers Hwy., Britton, MI 49229. Phone: 517-423-7419. Email: kapnicks@tc3net.com. Country farm market. Apples, peaches, cider, doughnuts, cherries, pears, pumpkins, honey and fruit baskets. We ship apples Sept.-Jan. Greenhouse open in Spring. Open: year 'round, Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 6 p.m. Sun. 9 am to 5 pm. Directions: From M-50 turn S onto Rogers Hwy. Farm is 4 miles on left side. Only 15 miles from Cabela's. -
Lafever Chestnuts - Uses natural growing practices,
chestnuts,
8353 Turner Road, Fenton, MI 48430. Phone: 810-750-5037. Email: mwlfever@aol.com. Open: See our website and facebook page for the current days and hours. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Pick your own chestnuts late September through October. Make reservations by emailing us. Directions: I 96 west to US 23 North travel approx. 20 minutes to exit number 75- (center road ) turn left(west)onto center road travel approx. one mile to linden road turn right (north) travel one and half miles to turner road - turn left (at the top of the hill) and from there follow the signs!!! looking forward to your visit to La Fever Chestnuts. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. We harvest Chestnuts on our farm. Come and enjoy the day!! Harvest generally begins late September into October. We also share recipes and roast Chestnuts during the harvest. -
Maison Rouge Vineyard - wine grapes,
8440 O Connell Road, Fenton, MI 48430. Phone: (810) 844-1678. Email: maisonrougellc@gmail.com. Open: Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm, from September 23 to October 1 Hours May vary depending on crop availability; Please check our Facebook page for updates .Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: 2 miles West of US23, Exit 75, Center Road. Farm is on the corner of Center Road & O Connell Road. We're 7 Miles North of M59, 16 miles South of 23/75-split in Flint. Please use 8444 O Connell Road for mapping with Google. Payment: Cash, only. Sept 2023: We have around 1000 lb of Marquette Grapes available this year.
(ADDED: September 21, 2023) -
Misty Meadow Lavender - lavender, Other fruit or veg,
7377 Hartland Road, Fenton, MI 48430. Phone: (248) 830-2970. Email: jenniferannmurphy@yahoo.com. Open: Opening Summer of 2018. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. Directions: Off highway US 23 on Hartland Road Between Clyde and Center Road. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Visa, MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Sunflowers. (ADDED: May 22, 2017) -
Spicer Orchards - strawberries, raspberries, cherries, pumpkins,
blueberries, plums, apples, hayrides, winery, corn maze
10411 Clyde Rd, Fenton, MI 48430.Phone: (810) 632-7692. Email: contactus@spicerorchards.com. Open: Daily from 9 am to 7 pm. U-pick or picked strawberries, raspberries, cherries, pumpkins, blueberries, plums and apples. Picked peaches and pears. Strawberries start around June 1st.. Cider mill, hayrides, Fall Festival weekends, petting farm, kids playground and school tours. Directions: Take US-23 3 miles N of M-59 interchange to Clyde Road (Exit 70), then go E 1/2 mile Located 10 miles N of Brighton or 10 miles S of Fenton. Click here for a link to our Facebook page.
PICK YOUR OWN~ESTIMATED HARVEST DATES
Strawberries ................ June 7th to July 1st
Red Tart Cherries ........ July 1st to August 1st (We have a pitting machine)
Sweet Cherries ............ July 1st to July 20th (usually pre-picked only)
Red Raspberries .......... July 5th to August 1st
Blueberries .................. July 10th to September 1st
Paula Red .................... August 15th to September 1st
Red Cortand ...................... August 20th to September 5th
Fall Red Raspberries ... August 1st to October 15th
Blue Stanley Plums ..... September 5th to September 15th
MacIntosh ................... September 5th to October 1st
Honeycrisp................... September 10th to October 1st
Jonagold ...................... September 25th to October 15th
Empire ......................... September 25th to October 10th
Red Delicious .............. September 25th to October 25th
Jonathon ...................... September 25th to October 10th
Golden Delicious ......... September 25th to October 31st
Northern Spy ................. October 1st to October 25th
Ida Red ........................ October 1st to October 25th
Mutsu .......................... October 1st to October 25th.
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