East-Central Michigan Pumpkin U-Pick Orchards in !

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Pumpkin U-Pick Orchards in East-Central Michigan in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for pumpkins that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have pumpkins farms that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

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! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

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Clinton County

Becks Cider Mill - Apples, tomatoes, pumpkins, squash, hayride
Maple Rapids Road, Saint Johns, MI . Phone: 517-224-4309. Open: Sept. Click here for a map and directions. . Apples, cider, donuts, tomatoes, pumpkins, squash, u-pick farm, farm bakery, picnic area, group hayride rides and bonfire, wagon rides, farm animal and custom car show-October, seven days a week, 9 am to 7 p.m. Nov. and December ., seven days a week, 9 am to 6 pm7 miles N of St. Johns on US-27, 1/4 mile E of US-27 on Maple Rapids Road 25 miles N of Lansing, follow US-27 toward Clare, turn right on Maple Rapids Road.

Genesee County

Apple Lane Orchard - apples, pumpkins
4460 N. Center Road, Flint, MI . Phone: 810-736-7622. Open: be sure to call before you go; U-pick September 12 until October 25; weekends only; Hours 10 am to 6 p. Click here for a map and directions. Apple Lane Orchard m. Sun. 1-6 p.m. Closed Sun. after Thanksgiving. . Sales room September 12 until Jan. or Feb, every day. U-pick and ready-picked apples including many old varieties such as Northern Spy, Tolman Sweet, Grimes Golden and Snow. Also, cider, pumpkins, squash and deer applesFrom I-475, Exit 11 (Carpenter Rd.) Go E on Carpenter Road 2 miles to Center Road; turn right 200 yards.
Blueberry Lane Farms - Uses natural growing practices, blueberries, pumpkins for sale in the shop or farmstand, pumpkin patch-pick in the field where they grow, we also have pie pumpkins, tractor-pulled hay rides, Honey from hives on the farm, U-pick and already picked, gift shop, concessions or refreshment stand, restrooms
13240 Blueberry Lane, Otter Lake, MI 48464. Phone: (810) 793-4590. Email: blueberyteam21@gmail.com. Open: July 8th-September 2nd, Store and U-pick opening mid-July,Monday-Wednesday: Closed, Thursday- Sunday: 8 am to 6 pm, We will be starting our fall activities approximately in mid October; Our website will be updated as soon as we have the correct information. Directions: From I-75 North, to Exit 91, Ortonville Road Turn right and go North on Ortonville Rd, M-15, Approximately 29 miles to Dodge Road and turn right. Go 2 miles east to Henderson Road and turn left then go 3 miles and turn right on Farrand Road in .5 miles turn left on Blueberry Lane. In .4 miles the entrance to Blueberry Lane Farms is on your right and you will find the parking lot as soon as you pass through the white picket fence. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard.
Blueberry Lane Farms Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: (248) 961-0713 July 8th-September 2nd, Store and U-pick (opening mid-July,Monday-Wednesday: Closed, Thursday- Sunday: 8 am to 6 pm, We will be starting our fall activities approximately in mid October; Our website will be updated as soon as we have the correct informationPicking Blueberries will be ripe and ready to pick around Thursday 7/08/202 to 7/15/2021. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organicis a peaceful place we want develop into a place for peace, happiness and better health for its visitors and friends. We have yurts available if you decide you would like to spend a night with us. We also have investment opportunities available for the right people. someone who wants peace and tranquility but also wants to live a healthy life and keep the land pure and free of toxins and a toxic environment. We welcome questions you may have about our unique investment opportunities. (UPDATED: June 16, 2021)
Montrose Orchards, Inc. - blueberries, pumpkins, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), gift shop, porta-potties are available, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
12473 Seymour Rd, Montrose, MI 48457. Phone: 810-639-6971. Email: info@montroseorchards.com. Open: See our website for hours of operation, as they change throughout the season. Directions: 6 miles west of I-75 on M-57 $Vienna Road $ Turn north on Seymour Road 1 mile. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, WIC Vouchers.
Montrose Orchards, Inc. Facebook page. 6 miles west of I-75 on M-57 (Vienna Road ) Turn north on Seymour Road 1 mile Our Farm Market offers fruits and vegetables, baked goods, apple cider, jams, honey, maple syrup, cherry juice and concentrate, and gift baskets/boxes. Shipping available. Group tours available by appointment.
Porters Orchard - pumpkins, apples, hayrides, corn maze, farm animals, zombie paintball, paintball
12060 Hegel Road, Goodrich, MI 48438. Phone: 810636-7156. Email: XP1007BR@CS.com. Open: Aug- December , Monday to Saturday 9 am to 6pm, Sun noon-6pm. Click here for a map and directions. 1-1/2 mi. E of M-15 on Hegel Road in Goodrich, which is 7 mi. S of I-69. We are a family owned Orchard and Farm Market. We press our own cider, bake our own donuts, and make fresh caramel apples. We offer hayrides to the U-pick apples and pumpkins. We have a petting farm and inflatable rides on weekends in Sep and Oct. Corn Maze, Bakery, Special Events, School Field Trips, Groups/Parties, Paintball at the Orchard, Zombie Paintball available during October! Our farm is fun-filled and full of action in the Fall. We have our Cornfield Maze for you to get lost in, and a Very Sincere Pumpkin Patch to for pickin'! Take a hayride around the farm. Visit our petting farm and see what ; 'er who ; is new! Come back later in the summer to see what else we will be offering this Fall.
Spicer Orchards - Apples, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, cherries, plums, pumpkins, corn maze, winery
10411 Clyde, Fenton, MI 48430. Phone: 810-632-7692. Email: spicerorchard@comcast.net. Open: just the summer and fall months. Click here for a map and directions. . Usually open Free hayrides on the weekends. You can drive your car right up to the apple trees and pick right there. There is a shop that sells fruit, cider and pies and other desserts as well as little knick-knacks like candles, toys and figurines. There are goats, pigs and other farm animals on the premises. Restrooms are on-site. The facility also gives tours to school groups, and other groups like Boy Scouts, etc.

Huron County

The Flower Farm - flowers, pumpkins, gift shop, school tours
236 Pigeon Road, Bad Axe, MI 48858. Phone: (989) 269-8754. Email: info@theflowerfarm.biz. Open: from September 12 until November 2; Check our website for specific times and events. Directions: We are located a quarter mile away from M-53 on M-142 West of Bad Axe. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard. Fax: (989) 269-8756UPDATE for 2021, Their website is gone and there's nothing else about them that is current on the internet - I presume they have closed. Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pick your own or are even open? If so, please write meCrops are usually available in September, October. Corn Maze is Open

Lapeer County

Brookwood Fruit Farm - apples, cherries, pears, peaches, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), Honey from hives on the farm, U-pick and already picked, farm market, restrooms, school tours
7845 Bordman Road, Almont, MI 48003. Phone: 810-798-8312. Email: will_bristol@hotmail.com. Open: In season everyday 9am to 5pm; Check online for exact dates. Directions: 12 mile east of M-53 on Bordman Road, 6 miles of Romeo $2 miles south of Almont$. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates1/2 mile east of M-53 on Bordman Road, 6 miles of Romeo (2 miles south of Almont)Apples: Late July to March, Tart Cherries: July, Peaches: August to September, Cider: September to March, Raspberries: Summer and Fall, Pumpkins: September to October, Honey: Year-Roundis a 5th generation family fruit farm that grows over 40 varieties of apples, as well as peaches, tart cherries, and raspberries. We also make fresh unpasteurized apple cider weekly with our own special blend of hand-picked apples. We are a family farm that takes pride in offering our guests quality fruit and a memorable experience. Come and join us and see what has made unique for over 100 years.

Sanilac County

Speaker Lone Oak Orchard - apples, pumpkins, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
7353 Brockway Road (m-19), Melvin, MI 48454. Phone: 810 387-2121. Email: speakerorchard@hughes.net. Directions: We are located on M-19 $Brockway Road$ 5 miles north of Yale, MI and 4 miles south of Peck, MI. Approximately 30 miles NW of Port Huron, MI. Click here for a map and directions. Pick your own apples begin in late September to early October; Orchard events begin in late September to early October as well. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover. . Monday through Saturday 9am to 6pm Sunday's 10am to 5pmWe are located on M-19 (Brockway Road) 5 miles north of Yale, MI and 4 miles south of Peck, MI. Approximately 30 miles NW of Port Huron, MIPick your own apples begin in late September to early October; Orchard events begin in late September to early October as well (UPDATED: September 19, 2019, JBS)

Shiawassee County

Davis Family Farm - Uses natural growing practices, blackberries, flowers, herbs or spices, pumpkins, rhubarb, strawberries, tomatoes, walnuts, Turkeys, and prepicked produce
Owosso Michigan, Owosso, MI 48867. Phone: (989) 723-1163. Open: Monday through Saturday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Directions: M- 52 To Juddville Road, heading west. Turn right going south on Chipman. One mile down. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Davis Family Farm Crops are usually available in May, June, August, September, October. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified OrganicWe offer naturally grown turkey, pork, lamb, chicken, and pheasant. NO hormones, no pesticides, No herbicides. Eggs are also available from our free range chickens.(UPDATED: September 19, 2019, JBS)
Your Garden - sweet corn, other mixed vegetables, flowers and pumpkins
4350 W. Bath Road, Perry, MI . Phone: 517-625-7774. Open: June-October, daily, 9 am to dusk. Click here for a map and directions. 1-1/2 miles W of Perry. Bath Road intersects with Hwy. M-52 at the S end of the city of Perry.Pick your own . Indian corn, honey and straw bales are also available at the Fall Halloween season. School groups are welcome. Night crawlers and worms available, April 1-October 1

St. Clair County

Riley Ridge Farms - Fall raspberries, pumpkins, corn maze
Riley Center, Memphis, MI . Phone: 810-392-2417. Open: NOTE: I suspect this one has closed; I can find nothing abpout them anywhere, except on websites that copied their information from me! last reported hours were July-November 1, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm Saturday, 9 am to 5 p. Click here for a map and directions. . U-pick Fall raspberries, farm fresh vegetables, pumpkins, corn maze and a "real" farm experiencem. Sun. 1-5 p.m. More time optional, please callExit 180 off I-69, W of Port Huron, E of Capac. Exit S, approx. 5 miles or North Ave. to Bordman (right) to Riley Center (left) 4 miles.

Pumpkin

Pumpkin Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Do you want it for a party, decoration or eating?

For a wedding or party:

See this page: Finding pumpkins for weddings

Decoration to paint or carve:

OK, Then you need only look for any pumpkin that is

visually appealing, evenly a deep orange. The shape is just whatever appeals to you. If it grew on its side and has a flat spot, you can either make that the make or use it as part of your design!
free from cuts, soft spots, bruises. The flesh should feel hard, and not give easily. Infections can invade easily and cause rot
Make sure the stem is attached.

Store it carefully, especially if you pick it from the vine yourself. Cure a fresh-picked pumpkin by keeping it in a dry place. Don't handle or disturb it. Curing toughens the rind, making it less prone to rot. Pumpkins will keep for months in a cool (50 F to 65F dry, low humidity environment; such as a cool, dry basement.

Tip: If you like roasted or baked pumpkin seeds, you can save the seeds from any pumpkin!

To make a pumpkin pie!

Then you need a small, sweet type of pumpkin that has been developed for eating. They are smaller, typically about 8" to 10" diameter. The meat is much less stringy and smoother than a decorative pumpkin variety. Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A and potassium. One-half cup of cooked pumpkin provides more than the recommended daily allowance of vitamin A. One cup of cooked pumpkin contains only 81 calories. It's low in fat and sodium! Usually you can get these at the grocery store, and some of the pumpkin patches and farm stands have them. Be sure to tell them that you intend to use it for a pumpkin pie. Again, look for firm, no soft spots, or signs of any rot. See this page for easy, illustrated directions to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh pumpkin!

Varieties of Pumpkins

Sugar - Excellent for baking
Jack O'Lantern - most common for carving
White Lumina - unusual, medium-sized white pumpkin
Mini - Great for decoration
Gourds - Many varieties, used for decorations

For a very complete, detailed list of many varieties of pumpkins and where to get the seeds, see this page!

Want to Grow Your Own Pumpkins?

Then see this page!

Pumpkin recipes

How to prepare cooked pumpkin from a fresh pumpkin (for use in all the recipes)
Illustrated instructions to make a pumpkin pie from a fresh pumpkin - the best pumpkin pie you will ever taste! (metric version for the UK, Europe, Australia, Japan, etc.)
How to home-can pumpkin (in a cooked, cubed form) and why you shouldn't home-can the pureed forms.
Traditional Pumpkin Pie
Chocolate pumpkin pie
Pumpkin Spice Muffins
Pumpkin muffins
Pumpkin Bread
Pumpkin Butter!
Pumpkin cheesecake - INCREDIBLE!!! You have to try this one!
Pumpkin Cookies
Pumpkin soup - even if you normally aren't a soup lover; you will love this one.
Butternut-Chestnut Panchetta-Bacon Soup - Pumpkin or Butternut squash combines with chestnuts and bacon, ham or panchetta in this great soup
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
No Sugar Pumpkin Pie
Apple Cider Doughnut Recipe (with maple glaze or sugar glaze)

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