Where in Southeast Michigan to find pick your own farms and orchards for fruit, vegetables, pumpkins and canning & freezing instructions!

This month's notes: February 2012: Winter is upon us, but don't despair! Strawberry and citrus picking actually begins in Florida, southern Texas and southern Californiaa in December. And for the rest of us; there are many delicious jams, jellies, and marmalades that you can make for yourself or as gifts, from frozen or fresh fruit.  See this page for hundreds of easy canning and freezing instructions/recipes, canning equipment guide! Also make your own ice cream - see How to make ice cream and ice cream making equipment and manuals. Then see each state's crop availability calendar for more specific dates of upcoming crops. Organic farms are identified in green!  See our guide to local fruit and vegetable festivals!. Please tell the farms you found them here - and ask them to update their information!!

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Southeast Michigan's U-Pick Farms and Orchards, sorted by county

Remember: ALWAYS call (or follow the link to the farm's own website, if the name is a blue link) to confirm the information before you go! They may close, run out or change events, times, etc. without notifying me!

Hillsdale County

  • Applewood Hollow - apples, cherries, peaches, pumpkins, strawberries, prepicked produce, restrooms, face painting
    10959 West Chicago Road, Allen, MI 48390. Phone: 517-398-6555. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in June, July, October. Open: Sunday through Saturday 7am to 9pm. Strawberries: June 8. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: June 04, 2008)
  • Bob N Del Orchard - red raspberries
    Osseo, MI. Phone: 517-523-3724. U-pick or we pick red raspberries. Open: after September 15-October, Monday to Friday, 12 pm to evening. Directions: From city of Hillsdale, proceed E on Bacon Road 6 miles to Tripp Road (Corner of Bacon Road & Tripp Rd.)
  • Flavor Fruit Farms - call for details & hours
    1069 S Jackson Road, Somerset Center, MI 49282. Phone: 517-688-3455. Email: flavorfruitfarm@comcast.net. Directions: 127 S to US-12, W 4 mi., Right on Jackson Road, 1/2 mi. on the right. Experience a fun filled day at the farm with the whole family. Fresh baked goods, sweet cider, hand crafted Michigan wines, unique gifts and home December or items are just a few of the treasures that you will find at our farm. Call for special events schedule and seasonal hours.
  • K's Acres - raspberries (red), tomatoes,
    4680 Fitzpatrick Road, Hillsdale, MI 49242. Phone: 517-437-7054. Email: k_s_acres@yahoo.com. Open: Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm; Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 5pm; Greenhouse now open thru October; Hanging basket Tomatoes, Strawberries and flowers; Xxx Large Tomato plants, peppers and a variety of bedding plants; Now over 2 acres of raspberries, yellow and blacks in season; On Farm Market pre picked Flamin Fury Peaches and Raspberries, Blueberries, Vegetables, Beans, Cucumbers, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Radish, Sweetcorn, Pumpkins etc. Directions: We are easily reached by taking US 12 East or West to Bunn Road South. Follow the Marketeer signs. Bunn Road is between Jonesville and Allen off of US 12. From Lake Le Ann, 127 take US 12 West. From Jackson M60 to Moscow Road to US 12 West. From Ohio 99 North to Mechanic west and follow the signs. From Coldwater 69 to Us 12 East past Allen to Bunn Road. Click here for a map and directions. Raspberries July 1st thru October Pre Picked Flam'in Fury Peaches July 4th thru September. Payment: Cash, Check. Raspberries R US : If you need a large order of Raspberries, Peaches or other items Call ahead and we will have them picked and waiting for you. Have a Berry Nice Day. (UPDATED: April 08, 2010)
  • Kohler Farm - strawberries,
    10400 Jerome Rd, Jerome, MI 49249. Phone: 517-688-5121. Open: Monday thru Saturday, from 7am to 7pm; Sundays from 12pm to 4pm. Directions: Kohler Farm is located just off US12 between Moscow & Somerset. Click here for a map and directions. Opening June for U-Pick Strawberries. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: April 29, 2010)
  • Westacres Farm - blueberries,
    5211 West Chicago Road between Jonesville and Allen, Jonesville, MI 49250. Phone: 517-869-2877. Alternate Phone: 517-869-2945. Open: Monday to Saturday, from 8am to 1pm, closed Sundays and for inclement weather. Directions: 2 1/2 miles West of Jonesville and 2 1/2 miles East of Allen on US 12. Click here for a map and directions. Blueberries: Open the weekend after the 4th of July through the end of July. Payment: Cash, Check. Ready-picked blueberries available in July. Also available: Ready-picked Strawberries in June and Black Berries available in August to early September (they closed on September 17th in 2009). Call for more information. (ADDED: July 28, 2009) (UPDATED: September 17, 2009)

Ingham County

  • Balzer Blueberries - Blueberries.
    2784 S Aurelius Road, Onondaga, MI 49264. Phone: 517-628-2370. Please call ahead for season opening information and picking conditions. U-pick and ready-picked; please call ahead for ready-picked. Open: mid-July thru Aug., seven days a week, Monday to Friday, 3-8:30 pm Saturday, & Sun. 8 am to 8 pm.  Directions: 2784 S. Aurelius Road, Onondaga. 2-1/4 miles S of Aurelius Center.
  • Bird Blueberry Farm - blueberries,
    Piper Road, Haslett, MI 48840. Phone: 517-339-2934. Open: Approximately July 10 through August 20 Monday through Friday: 9:00 am to Noon and 5 pm to 8 pm Saturday and Sunday: 9 am to 2 pm. Directions: Approximately 1.5 miles east of Marsh Road on Haslett Road, then south on Vanatta Road for about .3 miles, then east on Piper road for about 0.3 miles, then right on Conrad Drive. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (ADDED: August 20, 2009)
  • Clearview Orchards - apples and pumpkins, wagon rides
    1051 Barry Rd Haslett, MI 48840. Phone: 517-655-1454. A family-owned orchard in a quiet country setting. U-pick apples and pumpkins. Also, pre-picked apples, peaches and squash. Asparagus in May. Wagon rides on Fall weekends. Open: May, Sept.-October, Tuesday to Friday, 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Saturday, 9:30 am to 5 p.m. Sun. 11 am to 5 p.m. Closed Monday. Call to confirm. Directions: From Haslett: go E on Haslett Road to Green Road; turn left on Green and go to dead end. Turn right onto Barry. Go 1-1/2 miles to 1051 Barry Road. From I-69: Exit S on Woodberry 2 miles, cross railroad tracks, left on Barry, 1 mile to 1051 Barry Rd.
  • Gibb's Berry Farm - strawberries
    2838 Gale Road, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Phone: 517-795-3433. Email: nobleb@voyager.net. Early, middle, and late season strawberries sold by the pound. U-pick operation run by members of Onondaga Community Church. A significant portion of the proceeds will go to the new church building fund. Directions: Starting in Eaton Rapids drive E. on State St.(Plains Rd.) approximately 3 miles turn right on Gale Road. drive approximately 3/4 mile on right. Open: June; (depends on weather); Sunday and Saturday 8am-7pm. (UPDATED: June 04, 2010)
  • Gruber Raspberry Farm - raspberries UPDATE: August 04, 2011: A visitor tells me they are closed until 2012 - a visitor writes: "Farms hours are wrong, it should be They were closed in 2010 I am not positive about 2011 or 2012."  UPDATE September 20, 2007: Changed owners - formerly Veenstra)
    1061 E Sherwood Road, Williamston, MI 48895. Phone: 517-655-2901. U-pick in September & Oct. Call for hours. Closed Sun. Directions: I-96 Exit 117 (east of Lansing), N on Williamston Road through Williamston to Sherwood Road (blinker light). W on Sherwood Road From Lansing, 3 miles E on Grand River Ave. from Meridian Mall, 1/2 mile N on Meridian Road, 2 miles E on Sherwood.
  • Lechleitner Blueberry Farm - blueberries, pumpkins
    1584 W Barnes Road, Leslie, MI 49251 517-676-4220
    127 S of Mason 4 mi. to Barnes Road. Go E 2 mi. Between Eden & Ives Road FarMIs just before Ives Road on N side of Road. U-Pick – early, medium, & late varieties of blueberries depending on availability, and also pumpkins. We are a small family farm with mostly natural produce. We have 6 varieties of blueberries on
    1 acre of land. Blueberries come on between late June & early July depending on the season. We have early, medium, & late varieties. Picking can go into Sep. depending on availability of berries. Call for status on picking days and time. Call for pumpkins in the fall. Open: Monday to Saturday 9 am to noon & 4pm-8pm.
  • Rowe's Farm Market & Pumpkin Patch - blackberries, raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (Autumn, yellow),
    4047 W. Columbia Road, Mason, MI 48854. Phone: 517-676-9360. Email: rowespumpkinpatch@cablespeed.com. Open: September 6 thru September 30 from 1 pm till 6 pm daily. Directions: Take 127 to the Mason/Cedar Street exit. Turn toward Mason, go around the curve to the first traffic light (Columbia Road). Turn right and go 2 miles. We are located at the corner of Edgar and Columbia Road. Look for the signs. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. (ADDED: August 04, 2009) (UPDATED: July 11, 2011)
  • The Shrimp Farm Market - Michigan’s first Shrimp Farm
    3450 Meridian Road, Okemos, MI 48864. Phone: 517-347-4999. Email: shrimpone@aol.com. Directions: Okemos Exit off 96, N to Jolly Road, E on Jolley Road to Meridian, N on Meridian 200 yds. Friday harvests of fresh shrimp throughout the year. Retail sale of all types of shrimp.
  • Swallowtail Farm - Uses natural growing practices, raspberries, and prepicked produce
    1633 Hagadorn Road, Mason , MI 48854. Phone: (517)980-6634. Email: swallowtailfarm@gmail.com. Directions: We are located 7 miles south of Grand River and 9/10ths of a mile south of Holt Road on Hagadorn. We are two houses south of the "s" curve on Hagadorn Road. Open: daily dawn till dusk. Our fall u-pick raspberries are generally available mid-August through mid-October (depending on weather). We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: May 26, 2008)

Jackson County

  • Bob's Blueberries - blueberries,
    8972 College Drive, Jackson, MI 49201. Phone: 517-522-5314. Email: tmm1231@hotmail.com. Open: typically hours are 8am to 7 pm Sunday to Saturday Please call for specific days as patch is sometimes closed for ripening. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: August 08, 2011)
  • Chelsea's Farm Fresh Produce - UPDATE: June 12, 2011: The owner tells me they are now permanently closed
    apples, beets, blueberries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, flowers, melons, onions, pears, peaches, peppers, plums, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, U-pick and already picked, farm market, concessions / refreshment stand
    130 S. Main Street, Brooklyn, MI 49230. Phone: 517-414-3003. Email: chelseasfarmfreshproduce@hotmail.com. Open: Late May - early October; Hours will vary during the season. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries begin in early June; Other crops follow through the summer; We have daily fresh picked produce every day; See you in 2011; Come back for further updates, visit us on facebook and like us or email us. See you soon and hope to hear from you all again. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: December 27, 2010)
  • Clare Limerick Alpaca and Produce Farm - Uses natural growing practices, asparagus, beets, cucumbers, flowers, herbs/spices, lavender, melons, pumpkins, rhubarb, tomatoes, other vegetables, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    5681 Rives Junction Road, Jackson, MI 49201. Phone: 517-331-2410. Alternate Phone: 517-787-6955. Fax: 517-787-6965. Email: clarelimerick@gmail.com. Open: Thursday 8 am to 12 noon; Friday 8 am to 6 pm; Monday - Wednesday by appointment (please call); May 1 pm to October 31. Directions: Just a few miles off the intersection of I94 and US 127. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. We have alpaca clothing and yarn. Also a variety of alpaca related gift items. Over 40 alpacas on the farm. New born alpacas are onsite for viewing May -October. (ADDED: July 24, 2011)
  • Hearthstone Farm Market - tomatoes, green beans, pumpkins
    3215 Chapel Road, Spring Arbor, MI 49283. Phone: 517-750-2696. Email: ToAmerican@aol.com. 1 mi. N on Chapel Road from M-60 in Spring Arbor. 1st farm on the right. Growers and marketers of quality seasonal Michigan produce. Primarily a family run fruit and vegetable market with a small orchard. Most items are home grown with a very wide variety of items available on an “in season” basis. Corn maze, pumpkin picking & hayrides on October weekends. Open: Monday to Saturday 10am-6pm,
    Sun 1pm-5pm.
  • Herrell Family Farm - No pesticides are used, raspberries (red), U-pick and already picked
    13551 Phal Road, Grass Lake, MI 49240. Phone: 517-522-4173. Email: sercatep@yahoo.com. Open: See our website for current hours. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Our berries are ready the first part of July. We do not use pesticides on the crops. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: July 16, 2009)
  • Toth Brothers Blueberry Patch - ORGANIC, Blueberries
    13007 East Michigan Avenue, Grass Lake, MI 49240. Phone: (517) 522-4796. Email us at: sales@tothbros.com. organic blueberries, depends on season but usually July/August/September. A visitor writes on July 27, 2008: "Not much else to do on site; I think they have a porta-john.. The owner is grizzled-looking, but really friendly. not much in the way of amenities but the blueberries are yummy. You're explicitly told to eat as much as you want while you're picking. I take plenty out in my stomach." (ADDED: July 27, 2008)

Lenawee County

  • Gust Brothers Pumpkin Farm - flowers, pumpkins, and prepicked produce, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, petting zoo, farm animals, school tours
    13639 East Mullberry Road, Ottawa Lake , MI 49267. Phone: 517-486-2237Directions: Take U.S. 23 to exit 1 in Michigan, then go west and follow the signs there. And for a map to our farm, Click here. Crops are usually available in September, October. Open: from 8 A.M. till dark everyday during the season. We are open the third weekend in September till November 1. We are open on the third weekend in September and close November 1. Payment: Cash, Check. We offer pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, cornshocks, straw, squash, mums, apples, Amish jam, honey, fall crafts, candles, etc. We offer lots of family fun with hayrides, u-pick pumpkins and cider and donuts on weekends. Families can also feed our famously friendly "Red Cow" and see sheep, bunnies, piglets, and "Duke" our farmdog. We are very reasonably priced.
  • Hide Away Orchard - cherries (sweet and tart), apples
    1364 Shumway Road, Adrian, MI 49221. Phone: 517-263-0060. Directions: Located 3 mi. S on M-52 from Adrian. E on Shumway Road 1/4 mi. Family run orchard, pitting available for tart cherries. Christmas baskets during the holiday season. Open: July- December , daily, call for hours, hours vary by season.
  • Kapnick Orchards - PYO cherries, blueberries, peaches, apples, pumpkins
    4245 Rogers Hwy., Britton, MI 49229. Phone: 517-423-7419. Email: sjrobertello@aol.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.
  • Keeney Orchards - U-Pick apples
    5300 Monroe Road, Box 134, Tipton, MI 49287. Phone: 517-431-2400. Directions: On M-50 1 mi. W on Tipton Hwy. Drive into orchard, bags furnished. Open: September to October, 9 am to 7pm.

Livingston County

  • Degroot's Strawberries - Strawberries - U pick
    4232 Bull Run Road, Gregory, MI, 48137. Phone: 517-223-3508 (recording). Phone: 517 223-9311 (live). Open: Season starts approximately middle of June, Monday to Friday from 9 am to 8 pm, Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm, and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm. Berries are sold by the pound. We have a reusable 8 quart picking box for you. Your children may pick with you in the fields. (please keep them near you and under your control).  We also have a petting zoo, Wagon Rides. A visitor says "Very nice, clean, well organized". (ADDED: June 19, 2008) (UPDATED: June 30, 2009)
  • Destiny Farm - beans, beets, broad beans, broccoli, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, grapes, herbs/spices, melons, onions, pears, peas, peppers, rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, Other fruit or veg, and prepicked produce, snacks and refreshment stand, farm animals
    13078 Windy Hollow, Brighton Township, MI 48380. Phone: 248-789-5384. Email: Mlickey105@aol.com. Directions: Exactly 1/2 mile north of I 96 on Kensington Road [exit 151]. Click here for picking updates. Click here for a map and directions. Crops are usually available in April through October. Open: April 15 thru November 1st 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week. Payment: Cash, Check. Destiny Farm also raises chickens for, Chicks, fresh eggs, Hatching Eggs. Has 2 greenhouses and sells potted plants, hanging baskets, patio pots filled with your favorite annual or vegetable Plants. We have two ponds stocked with pond plants and koi, for your pond. OR drop off your pots and pick your flowers and let us plant them for you. A family Friendly Farm. Fresh tomatoes and cuc's start in mid May.
  • Dinkelville Melons Farmers Market - herbs/spices, pumpkins, tomatoes, Honey from hives on the farm, restrooms, picnic area, weddings and wedding parties
    1006 West Schafer Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-4133. Alternate Phone: 517-546-4838. Email: dinkelville@yahoo.com. Open: Pick your own Open daily starting the middle of July through September 8am to 7pm; Open Weekends in October 9am to 5 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From Howell - Take D19 south 6 miles to Schafer road (look for the Shell station) turn right ( west ) go 1/2 mile. Look for the big white barn. We are on the right side ( north side). 1006 W. Schafer Rd, Howell, MI 48843. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. Visit our Flea Market too. (ADDED: February 23, 2011)
  • Hazens Blueberry Farm - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, blueberries, peaches, plums, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (yellow), Honey from hives on the farm, porta-potties, picnic area, school tours
    1144 Peavy Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-1841. Email: hazensfarm@gmail.com. Open: Tuesday to Sunday, from 7am to 7pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. 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. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Peaches and Raspberries are naturally grown without the use of chemicals. (UPDATED: May 07, 2011)
  • 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. 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. (ADDED: October 10, 2009) (UPDATED: November 01, 2011)
  • Rainbows End Farm - Uses natural growing practices, raspberries (Autumn, red), Honey from hives on the farm, Green Beans, Sweet Corn, flowers (Zinnias), restrooms
    8333 Mohrle Road, Fowlerville, MI 48836. Phone: 517-223-1079. Alternate Phone: 517-294-4014. Email: RainbowsEndFarm2004@yahoo.com. Open: Monday thru Saturday 9am to dusk, closed Sunday; Fall raspberries will be ready for harvest around Sept 7 and run through October 10; Always call ahead, the patch may get picked out. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Check. U-pick Green Beans, Sweet Corn, Zinnias. U-dig Mums. Variety of produce available. Photo ops with sunflower patch! . Labyrinth garden to stroll, life-size Tic-Tac-Toe to play and Wi-Fi for those non-pickers along for a country drive. (UPDATED: May 27, 2010)
  • Spicer Orchards - strawberries, raspberries, cherries, pumpkins, blueberries, plums ,apples, hayrides
    Phone: 810-632-7692.  Fenton, MI.  Email: spicers@ismi.net.  U-pick or picked strawberries, raspberries, cherries, pumpkins, blueberries, plums and apples. Picked peaches and pears. Cider mill, hayrides, Fall Festival weekends, petting farm, kids playground and school tours. Open: June 1-September 1, 8 am to 7 p.m. September 1-November 1, 9 am to 7 p.m. November 1-Jan. 1, 9 am to 6 pm. 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.

Macomb County

Note: Some of the area codes have changed from (810) to (586).  If you encounter one, write me and I'll change it!
  • Blake Orchard & Cider Mill - Train ride tours, apples, peaches, strawberries, raspberries, plums, haunted barn, hayrides, mazes, u-cut Christmas trees
    17985 Armada Center, Armada, MI 48005. Phone: 586-784-5343. Email: blake@massnet1.net. Train ride tours, watch cider being pressed, farm animals, u-pick apples, peaches, strawberries, raspberries, plums, haunted barn, hayrides, mazes, food, u-cut Christmas trees. Open: June thru December ., 9 am to 6 p.m. Also, weekends in October, 6-11 pm. Directions: Take M-53 N to 32 Mile Road Go E 2 miles to Romeo Plank Road Go N 3 miles to Armada Center Road, E 1 mile.
    A visitor writes on October 18, 2010: "I took 11 people including 7 children. They are a MAJOR RIPOFF!!! They want $8.50 for writsbands for what used to be FREE (MANY other orchards have similar attractions totally FREE). They ALSO want $3.00 to RIDE out to the field to PICK THEIR apples???? Another ripoff! Junior Dominguz offered to let us in to the "petting zoo" area free but that was still not fair. We spent $372.88 there this weekend but will NEVER be back! I also post everyplace I can find!"
  • Hys Cider Mill - apples, pumpkins
    Romeo, MI. Phone: 810-798-3611. Cider, donuts, caramel apples, petting farm, jams, jellies, picked and u-pick apples, pumpkins. Open: Sept.-October, weekends only, 11 am to 6 pm. Directions: Van Dyke N of Romeo to 37 Mi. Road 1-1/2 miles W (left) of Van Dyke. S of Almont 3-1/2 miles to 37 Mile Road, turn right 1-1/2 W of Van Dyke.
  • Miller's Big Red Barn -
    • apples, pumpkins, strawberries and raspberries
    Washington, MI.   Phone: 810-752-7888.  U-pick: apples, pumpkins, strawberries and raspberries. Also available, peaches, fresh produce, plums, grapes and many more. Fall group tours; educational fun for all ages. Haunted hayride; a nighttime ride through our haunted orchard. Bakery and Country Store offers lots and lots of homestyle pies, breads, donuts, butters, jams & jellies. Free petting farm. Fudge Shop & Cider Mill. Greehouses; full of bedding plants and Fall mums. Open: May 1-November 24, 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.)
  • The annual Michigan Peach Festival - peaches
    Romeo, MI. Phone: (586) 752-4436. Open: August 29 through September 2nd. The Michigan Peach Festival will run from August 29 through September 2 in Romeo. It features a parade, classic cars and a number of items made with peaches. For information, call the Romeo-Washington Chamber of Commerce at (586) 752-4436. It runs every Labor Day weekend. As many as 400,000 people from from all over to Romeo for the five-day festival organized by the Romeo Lions of Northern Macomb County.
  • Rapp Orchards - 
    • cherries UPDATE: June 24, 2008: CLOSED
    Romeo, MI. Unfortunately, Rapp's is going out of business.  P
  • Stony Creek Orchard and Cider Mill - apples, raspberries, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), and prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, pony rides, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    2961 W. 32 Mile, Romeo, MI 48065. Phone: 586-752-2453. Fax: 586-752-3976. Email: rross123@comcast.net. Directions: Located on 32 mile between Van Dyke(M53) and Rochester Road North side of road; And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in January, February, March, September, October, November, December. Open: Daily September through December 31st from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; then January through March on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. Payment: Cash, Check.
  • Van Houtte Farm Market - U-pick tomatoes and peppers
    69475 Romeo Plank, Armada, MI. Phone: 586-752-5671. Directions: Three miles east of Romeo; turn north on Romeo Plank Road and go 1/4 mile. Open: 9 am to 7 pm, opening in July. Prepicked herb and vegetable plants through mid-June. Sweet corn, tomatoes, melons, cauliflower, broccoli, peppers and other seasonal fruits and vegetables. U-pick tomatoes and peppers start in August
  • Verellen Orchards - U-pick strawberries, cherries
    63260 Van Dyke, Romeo, MI 48095. Phone: 586-752-2989. Family owned and run since 1920 with prepicked apples, peaches, pears, plums, raspberries, grapes, cider mill, bakery, pier, donuts baked daily, frozen fruit and vegetable sale twice a year, fresh vegetables in season. MACMA member. Directions: 30 miles N of Detroit on M-53 (Van Dyke) 3 miles S of Romeo/take M-53 bypass to business district & orchards exit head N on M-53. Open: year round, Monday to Friday 6:30am-6pm Saturday and Sunday 7am-6pm.
  • Westview Orchards and Adventure Farm - Uses integrated pest management practices, apples, cherries, peaches, pumpkins, strawberries, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, Bouncy pillow, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    65075 Van Dyke, Washington Township, MI 48095. Phone: 586-752-3123. Alternate Phone: 866-986-4386. Fax: 586-752-4445. Email: familyfun@westvieworchards.com. Open: 7 days a week 10 am to 5 pm, Middle of June to October 31. Directions: GPS coordinates 42.77253, -83.01888 45 minutes north of Detroit. Northwest corner of Van Dyke (M-53) and 30 Mile Rd. Click here for a map and directions. All tours are available weekdays 9am to 4 pm only and by reservation only Bees and Blossoms Tour: May to Early June Strawberry Tour; Middle to late June Cherry Tour: Late June to Middle of July Peach Tour: Early to Middle August Apple Tour: September to end of October Pumpkin Tour: Late September to end of October Pick and Play: Available during weekdays only; UPick with limited Family Fun including Petting Farm, Playground, Obstacle course Fall Family Fun: Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm, Labor Day Weekend to end of October. We use integrated pest management practices. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) certified 2010 Centennial Farm of the Year 2010 Second Place Winner in the Michigan Cider Contest Featured on America's Heartland Series. Host of Grandma Kay's Annual 5K Run/Walk For Charity Family Fun Season passes available Schoolhouse Ice Cream and Sweet Shoppe Open June 1 to Aug 31, Monday to Saturday 11 am to 9 pm, Sunday 11 am to 6 pm September 1 to October 31, 7 days a week 11 am to 6 pm. (UPDATED: March 17, 2011)

Monroe County

  • Bennett's Orchard - Apples, pumpkins
    5647 Consear Road, Ottawa Lake, MI 49267. Phone: (734) 854-2956. Email: Janisnhowie@aol.com. Apples, area's best fresh apple cider, peaches, pumpkins, mums, squash, Fall December orating needs, jams, jellies, honey, craft store and u-pick apples. Open: August to Nov., Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 7 p.m. Sun. 10 am to 6 pm. Directions: US-23 Exit 3, E 1 mile  in beautiful Ottawa Lake. 5647 Consear Rd.
  • Charter Farm Produce - strawberries, tomatoes
    12140 Ida Center Road, Ida, MI 48140. Phone: 734-269-6297. Email: farmer.110@live.com. Open: Sunday to Saturday 8 am to 6 pm; Picking times are subject to the weather so please call ahead for times and crop availability.. Directions: 10 miles North of Toledo, Ohio 30 miles South of Ann Arbor, Michigan. From Ida, go three miles south on Lewis Ave. to Ida Center, turn left 1 1/4 miles. From Toledo, go 7 miles north of the Ohio Line on Lewis Avenue, turn left on Ida Center 1 1/4 miles; Click here for a map and directions. Strawberries end of May to middle of June; Tomatoes in late August. Payment: Cash, Check.  (UPDATED: August 04, 2009)
  • Erie Orchards Cider - blueberries, peaches, apples, pumpkins and raspberries
    1235 Erie Road, Erie, MI 48133. Phone: (734) 848-4518. Email: karibu1977@aol.com. U-pick blueberries, peaches, apples, pumpkins and raspberries. Weekend special events in September & Oct. School tours May- December . Farm market has fresh donuts & fritters daily. Open: July- December ., daily, 9 am to 7 p.m. Sun. 11 am to 6 pm. Directions: I-75 S to Exit 5, Erie Road. Then W 3 miles to orchard. Located 10 miles S of Monroe and 5 miles N of Toledo.
  • U-Pick Blueberries - Blueberries (no pesticides)
    15682 Albain Rdoad, Petersburg, Michigan. Phone: (734) 279-2308. Please call before coming!!!
  • Whittakers Berry Farm - raspberries, strawberries,
    6724 Todd Road, Id, MI 48140. Phone: (734) 269-6612. Email: mwhittaker@provide.net. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in June, August, September. Open: Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 5 pm. Strawberries June 4,5 to July 4, Red Raspberries mid August - mid October. Payment: Cash, only. We are second generation berry farmers. It was our parents George & Norma Rauch, Rauch's Berry Farm, that instilled their knowledge into all of us here at Whittaker's Berry Farm. Our fields are weed free, and you will walk in straw mulched aisles. We assign rows to assure you the best berry picking conditions possible. (ADDED: July 08, 2008) (UPDATED: August 04, 2010)

Oakland County

Note: Some of the area codes have changed from (810) to (586).  If you encounter one, write me and I'll change it!
  • Beckwith's Berries & Blooms - ORGANIC, organic raspberries
    2230 Rochester Road, Leonard, MI 48367. Phone: 248-628-7123. Open: Always call before you go to confirm hours and availability; May-October, seven days a week, 10 am to 2 p.m. or by appointment. U-pick or we pick certified organic raspberries, produce, eggs, herbs, freezer jams & honey. 300 varieties of day lilies. Directions: 12 miles N of Rochester on Rochester Road across from Lakeville Lake. (UPDATED: June 19, 2010; their phone works, but got a recording)
  • Candy Cane Christmas Tree Farm - Christmas trees
    Oxford, MI. Phone: 248-628-8899.  Cut a fresh, beautiful "Snow Fresh" quality Christmas tree. Nine varieties including Fraser Fir. Fresh wreaths and roping. Hot drinks in the barn. Exotic animals. Live trees available for planting Spring and Fall. Open: Monday to Friday, noon to 5 pm Saturday, & Sun., 9 am to 5 p.m. Open for Christmas trees starting Saturday, before Thanksgiving. Directions: 4780 Seymour Lake Road From I-75 take Exit 89 (Sashabaw Rd.) and go N 4-1/2 miles Turn right (E) on Seymour Lake Road and go 3/4 mile Farm is on the right. From Oxford (M-24) turn W on Burdick and go 3 miles Left on Baldwin for 1/3 miles Right on Seymour Lake
  • Erwin Orchards U-Pick Cider - thornless red & yellow raspberries, u-pick sweet cherries, pumpkins. Festivals, wagon rides, hay maze, Children's Spooky Barn. Barn of Horrors & Labyrinth for adults
    South Lyon, MI . Phone: 248-437-0150. Email: eoi@ismi.net. Quality since 1920. Cider & doughuts. Summer & Fall u-pick thornless red & yellow raspberries, u-pick sweet cherries, 14 varieties of apples, pumpkins. Festivals, wagon rides, kids' barn yard with trike trail, 55 ft. balloon with slide, hay maze, goats and Children's Spooky Barn. Barn of Horrors & Labyrinth for adults. Tours by appointment, Monday to Friday Open: early July-mid Nov., daily, 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: I-96 to Kent Lake Road (Exit 153). Go S 1 mile  to Silver Lake Road, turn E. At Pontiac Trail turn S and follow signs to Cider Mill (grey building). Located near Kensington Metro Park. Nearest cities are South Lyon and Brighton.
  • Long Family Orchard & Cider Mill - strawberries, apples, hayrides, pumpkins
    Commerce  Twp., MI  Phone: 248-360-3774.  Fresh asparagus in May. U-pick strawberries in June. Fresh sweet corn July-September. U-pick or picked fresh cider, donuts, cider mill, hayrides on weekends Sept.-Oct. U-pick or picked pumpkins in Oct. School field trip tours by appointment Sept.-Oct. Fresh apples & cider mill thru Thanksgiving. Specific seasons and hours vary, call the hotline for information  Directions: Located in Commerce Twp. at Commerce & Bogie Lake Road, just N of Huron Valley Hospital. 5 miles E of Milford. 4 miles S of M-59. From the S, take Haggerty N to the end, turn left, then right. At the third light (Wise Rd.) turn left, go 3 miles. (UPDATED: August 01, 2008)
    A visitor writes on June 29, 2011: "Long's Orchard does not have strawberries (in 2011).... unfortunately their crop was destroyed by rain this year. "
  • Middleton Berry Farm - strawberries, fall raspberries, tomatoes and pumpkins
    4888 Oakwood Road, Ortonville, MI 48462. Phone: 248-628-1819. Email: middletonberryfarm@yahoo.com. Directions: 5 miles east of Ortonville between M-15 and M-24. From I-75 take Exit 84 (Baldwin Rd.). Go north on Baldwin Rd 10 miles to Oakwood Road, turn left. Farm is one mile on the left. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in June, July, August, September, October. Open: Call for picking days and times. Payment: Cash, Check, Credit cards. (UPDATED: June 13, 2011)

Washtenaw County

  • Berry Hill Farm - pumpkins, raspberries, Honey from hives on the farm
    12835 N. Territorial Road, Dexter, MI 48130. Phone: (734) 475-1516. Email: jljedele@yahoo.com. Directions: Northwest of Ann Arbor. 3.5 miles west of Dexter-Pinckney Road, 12.5 miles west of US 23 (N. Territorial Road exit). Or half mile east of Hankard Road. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in August, September, October. Open: August and September: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 7pm; Sunday, Noon to 6pm October: Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 7pm; Sunday, Noon to 6pm. Fall raspberries on trellised, groomed rows available mid August to mid October; Pumpkin field open through October. Payment: Cash, Check. We also offer gourds, squash, corn stalks, and hay bales. Parking is free. Pumpkins are sold by the pound. Fall colors and scenery are FREE. (UPDATED: September 04, 2008)
  • Dexter Blueberry Farm - blueberries
    11024 Beach Road, Dexter, MI 48130. Phone: (734) 426-2900. Email: contact@dexterblueberry.com. U-pick blueberries. Open: mid-July thru early September as berries permit. Monday to Saturday, 8:30 am to 7:30 pm, Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Call for message about picking information. Directions: Take the I-94 Baker Road Exit 167 (W of Ann Arbor), right (N) on Baker Road, left on Main St. through downtown Dexter, left (W) on Dexter-Chelsea Road, right (N) on N. Dancer Road, left on Beach Road to 11024 Beach Road. (UPDATED: July 14, 2009)
  • Donahee Farms - straw maze and u-pick pumpkins (maybe u-pick strawberries).
    Salem, MI. Phone: (734) 459-0655. We strive to supply you with products produced from our farm. Spring: potted plants, hanging baskets, bedding plants, perennials and strawberries. Summer: sweet corn by July 1, followed by melons, tomatoes and many more fresh vegetables in season. Fall: corn stalks, gourds, Indian corn, pumpkins of all sizes, straw, straw maze and u-pick pumpkins. Open: April for bedding plants. July-Oct. for vegetables. Mid-Sept.-Oct. for pumpkins. Directions: Plymouth/Ann Arbor. US-23 Exit 49 (N. Territorial) E or M-14 Exit Gotfredson Road N 1/2 mile to N. Territorial. Main Farm/Greenhouses: corner of N. Territorial and Tower Road, 7 miles E of US-23 or 3 miles W of Gotfredson Road off M-14. Two roadside stands.
  • Eddie's Blueberry Patch - Blueberries only
    3150 Judd Road, Milan, MI, 48160. Phone: 734 439-8360. Open: July-August. Directions: Call for directions. Payment: Cash, only. (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: July 07, 2011)
    A visitor writes on July 07, 2011: "This blueberry patch has been in Milan for almost 50 years and the locals know about it. "
  • Frosty Apple - apples
    Corner of Mast Rd at Walsh Rd, Dexter, MI 48130. Phone: (734) 426-2863. Open: Weekends 9 am to 5 pm (in season). (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: September 20, 2009)
    A visitor writes on September 20, 2009:     "very friendly family owned apple farm, hand picked by local neighbors. Beautiful apples at a VERY reasonable price 1/2 bushel (bag) fresh picked Macintosh for $8.00 or 2 for $14.00....versus a local cider mill's apples that were $6.25/small bag (approx 10 apples)".
  • Lutz Orchard - apples, after October 18
    Saline, MI.  Phone: (734) 429-5145. Pre-picked apples including antique varieties, honey. See farm animals on working farm. U-pick after October 18. Open: Sept.-October, Mon., Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 9 am to noon. Saturday, & Sun., 9 am to 5 p.m. Closed Thursday. Directions: 4 miles SW of Saline. Take Monroe St. S from US-12 in Saline. Monroe becomes Macon Road at city limits, 11030 Macon Road, corner of Braun Rd.
  • Makielski's Berry Farm - blackberries, raspberries, Honey from hives on the farm
    7130 Platt Road, Ypsilant, MI 48197. Phone: (734) 572-0060. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in July, August, September, October. Open: 7 days a week from 8 am to 8pm mid to late July through October 2008. Blackberries are ready last week of July 2008 and the bushes are laden with fruit ;;;;Amber Raspberries are in and some Red Raspberry fields have also started to ripen. Payment: Cash, only. Come and enjoy our delicious berries, honey and other produce as we celebrate our 58th season on the farm. As we reminisce about our years of selling berries, we think of all the wonderful customers we have enjoyed serving.
    A visitor writes on June 02, 2011:     "I believe that Makielski's never sprays their raspberries, with pesticide or anything else, which is great. Best to double check with them, though."
    A visitor tell me about the rhubarb:     "My wife and I went out into the field and picked the stalks that we wanted. The  owner said they have had PYO rhubarb for years, just never advertised.  They have probably ÂĽ to ½ acre in rhubarb." (UPDATED: June 26, 2008) . (UPDATED: August 02, 2008)
  • Rowe's Produce Farm - peas, raspberries, strawberries,
    10570 Martz Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. Phone: (734) 482-8538. Email: rowesproducefarm@sbcglobal.net. Directions: I-94 to Rawsonville Road (Exit 187). Go south on Rawsonville Road for 2-1/2 miles to Martz Road Turn Right, farm is 1/4 mile down on left side of road. Click here for a map and directions. Crops are usually available in June, July, August, September. Open: In June, Everyday 7am to 8pm; July thru September, Monday thru Saturday, 9am to 7pm, Sunday 9am to 6pm. In June we have about 25 acres of u-pick Strawberries and Peas; Early July we open our Farm Market for the summer with fresh fruits and vegetables, specializing in our own Homegrown Sweet Corn; In August (or late July) we open the u-pick Raspberries that last into the fall; Remember to call for u-pick conditions. Payment: Cash, Check. This is a second generation family farm, we would love to have your family visit our farm.
  • Wasem Fruit Farm -
    • apples, red raspberries, pumpkins, black currants and gooseberries
    Milan, MI. Phone: (734) 482-2342. U-pick tart cherries beginning about July 1. U-pick and already picked apples beginning about September 10. Apple cider, donuts, pumpkins, squash, plums and farm market. Pre-arranged school tours (September 15-October 31). Open: during tart cherry season (approx. July 1-20), 9 am to 6 pm, everyday. Then open again approx. September 10-October 31, 9 am to 6 pm, everyday. Reduced hours November 1. Directions: Exit US-23 at Willis Road (Exit 31), go E 3 miles to Pitman Road, S 1 mile  to Judd Road, left to 6580 Judd Road. Or exit I-94 at Rawsonville Road (Exit 187). Go S 4-1/2 miles to Willis Road, W 4-1/2 miles to Pitman Road, S 1 mile  to Judd Road, left to 6580 Judd Rd.
    A visitor writes on September 04, 2008: "Hi. I just wanted to let you know that Wasem Fruit Farm in Milan, Michigan is a place to pick black currants and gooseberries in July. This is just about the only place I've found that has these. "
    (UPDATED: September 04, 2008)
  • Wiards Orchards and Country Fair - apples, pumpkins, wagon rides, cider mill
    5565 Merritt Rd. Ypsilanti, MI 48197. Phone: (734) 482-7744. Directions: Click here for their map page. I-94 to Exit 183, Huron Street, Ypsilanti. Go S on Huron St. to Stoney Creek Road. Right on Stoney Creek Road. Follow signs. Approx. 4 miles from I-94.
    • Open: Click here for current hours; after Labor Day thru the month of October. Please visit website for detailed info.  Home of Night Terrors, Oct. evenings, Friday-Sun. U-pick apples, pumpkins, cider mill, donut shop, bakery, wagon rides Fall weekends. Country Fair on Fall weekends with family entertainment. . (UPDATED: October 19, 2010)
    A visitor writes on October 03, 2011: "We went to Waird's this weekend and were greatly disappointing that to pick either apples or pumpkins, we had to pay $12.50 per person to get in and then also pay for the produce. The handful of activities they have in addition to the picking is really not worth the $12.50. It was a total rip-off. I thought you may want to add this information so people who are looking to pick produce know how excessively expensive this place is. "

Wayne County

  • Apple Charlies - apples, hay rides, apple cider, haunted barn
    38035 S. Huron, New Boston, MI. Phone: (734) 753-9380 or 866-753-5307. Email: Charlie@applecharliesorchardandcidermill.com. Open: August to October from 8am to 8pm and Nov- December from 8am to Dark. Directions: From Detroit I-94 W to I-275 S. to exit 11b (South Huron Road.) Turn right and go 1 mile west.  From Ann Arbor, take 94 E, then see above. From Monroe I275 N. to exit 11 turn (South Huron Road.) Turn left and go 1 mile west. Beginning October 1st, be prepared to be scared!!! Apple Charlie’s barn is magically transformed into the Barn of Blood. Witch Hay rides - $5.00: Suitable for younger children. Cider & donuts with the witch. Starts at dark.  Also Haunted Hay rides - $10.00. The haunted hay rides start the same time as the haunted house.
  • Bird's Big Punk'ns - Pumpkins, Pick your own Red Raspberries,
    16750 Hannan, Romulus, MI 48174. Phone: 734-941-1037. Alternate phone: 734-673-5150. Open: September and October, Daily from 10 am til dark.
    A visitor writes on September 17, 2009:     "They are family friendly, happy to let the children pick berries along with you. And the pumpkins make great photo ops! They cannot be found on any other website, but we've picked berries 3 years in a row and they make great jam!  And they specialize in "Monster" pumpkins. Pumpkins in all different sizes, some HUGE and different colors. " (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: September 17, 2009)
  • Sandy Acres Bluberry Farm - blueberries,
    38093 Judd Road, Belleville, MI 48111. Phone: 734-657-2828. Open: Tuesday through Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm, weather permitting; It is always a good idea to call before coming out to check for availability and picking times; Closed on Mondays. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Blueberries: July 10 to September 1 but please call for availability later in the season. Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: July 15, 2010)  (UPDATED: July 23, 2010)
    A visitor writes on July 23, 2010: "We loved this charming place."

Farmer's Markets, Farm Stands and Roadside Stands, Etc.
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

Hillsdale County

  • K's Acres - Indoor market, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, apples, beans, beets, blueberries, broccoli, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, grapes, herbs/spices, peas, peaches, peppers, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (yellow), raspberries (black), summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes,
    4680 Fitzpatrick Road, Hillsdale, MI 49242. Phone: 517-437-7054. Email: k_s_acres@yahoo.com. Open: April thru October 7 days, Monday thru Friday 9am to 6pm Saturday and Sundays 10am to 5 pm. Directions: We are easily reached by taking US12 E or W to Bunn Road south follow the Marketeer signs. Bunn Road is between Jonesville and Allen. From Lake Le Ann, 127 take US12 West. From Jackson Moscow road to US12 W. From Ohio 99 N to Mechanic west follow the signs. From Coldwater 69 to US12 East past Allen to Bunn Road. Click here for a map and directions. Raspberry harvest starts approximately July 1st thru October 31st; Peaches July the 4th thru September; Call for any updates. Payment: Cash, Check. Looks like a decent crop of Peaches this year. Saturdays visit us at the Hillsdale Farm Market at the County Building parking lot. Check us out on Facebook K's Acres. Bedding plants, flowers, vegetable plants available mid April. Prepicked Red raspberries, Black and Yellow in season are available. Pre picked Flamin' Fury Peaches Pre Picked produce includes lettuce, Roma green and yellow beans. (UPDATED: April 05, 2010)

Ingham County

  • Rowe's Farm Market & Pumpkin Patch - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, beans, blackberries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, peas, raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (Autumn, yellow), summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables,
    4047 W. Columbia Road, Mason, MI 48854. Phone: 517-676-9360. Email: rowespumpkinpatch@cablespeed.com. Open: July 28 thru September 30 Open daily from 1 pm till 6 pm Closed Labor Day. Directions: Take 127 to the Mason/Cedar Street exit. Turn toward Mason, go around the curve to the first traffic light (Columbia Road). Turn right and go 2 miles. We are located at the corner of Edgar and Columbia Road. Look for the signs. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. (UPDATED: July 11, 2011) (ADDED: August 04, 2009)

Jackson County

  • Clare Limerick Alpaca and Produce Farm - Uses natural growing practices, Garden stand on a residence (which is NOT on a farm), Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, all produce is sustainably grown, all produce is grown using IPM (integrated pest management), Uncovered outdoor market, Crafts, artistic products, etc, asparagus, beans, beets, broccoli, cucumbers, flowers, peas, peppers, pumpkins, rhubarb, summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, school tours, events at your location (call for info)
    5681 Rives Junction Road, Jackson, MI 49201. Phone: 517-331-2410. Alternate Phone: 517-787-6955. Fax: 517-787-6965. Email: clarelimerick@gmail.com. Open: Thursday 8 am to 12 noon; Friday 8 am to 6 pm; Monday - Wednesday by appointment (please call); May 1 pm to October 31. Directions: Just a few miles off the intersection of I94 and US 127. Click here for a map and directions. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Discover. Click here for our Facebook page. We have alpaca clothing and yarn. Also a variety of alpaca related gift items. Over 40 alpacas on the farm. New born alpacas are onsite for viewing May -October. We also have kohlrabi, Brussels sprouts, potatoes, ornamental, squash, basil, thyme, sage, parsley, hot peppers, popcorn. (ADDED: July 24, 2011)
  • Chelsea's Farm Fresh Produce - Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Covered outdoor market, blueberries, cherries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, melons, onions, peaches, peppers, pumpkins, raspberries (red), summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables, snacks and refreshment stand
    130 S. Main Street, Brooklyn, MI 49230. Phone: 517-414-3003. Email: chelsea'sfarmfreshproduce@hotmail.com. Open: Early June thru mid November; 7 days a week from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Visit us from Early June thru mid November for your fresh picked fruits & vegetables. We are located next to Buddies in the Village of Brooklyn, MI. (ADDED: May 23, 2010)
  • Ives Gardens - Roadside stand, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Wide variety of seasonal, fruits and vegetables (some locally grown), some produce is certified organically grown, Indoor market, apples, beans, blackberries, blueberries, broad beans, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, melons, onions, other berries, other citrus, peppers, plums, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables,
    4990 Ann Arbor Rd, Jackson, MI 49201. Phone: 517-764-9823. Email: iveserman@gmail.com. Open: We open usually around the 2nd week in July; Hrs 10 am to 7, 7 days a week and stay open till October 31 at 7:00 pm. Directions: Payment: Cash, Check, WIC Vouchers. Family ran for over 50 yrs and have owned that land and farmed it since 1898..We are the Corn Kings of Michigan. We are know for the best sweet con in Michigan has been shipped all over the world by customers. (ADDED: October 03, 2011)

Livingston County

  • Dinkelville Melons Farmers Market - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Covered outdoor market, Honey from hives on the farm, restrooms, picnic area, weddings and wedding parties
    1006 West Schafer Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-4133. Alternate Phone: 517-546-4838. Email: dinkelville@yahoo.com. Open:daily starting the middle of July through September 8am to 7pm; Open Weekends in October 9am to 5 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From Howell - Take D19 south 6 miles to Schafer road (look for the Shell station) turn right ( west ) go 1/2 mile. Look for the big white barn. We are on the right side ( north side). 1006 W. Schafer Rd, Howell, MI 48843. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. Visit our Flea Market too. Grower / producer of the "Howell Melon". The only organic product that we have is Maple Syrup. (ADDED: February 23, 2011)
  • Hazens Blueberry Farm - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, some produce is sustainably grown, Indoor market, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, blueberries, peaches, plums, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (yellow), Honey from hives on the farm, porta-potties, picnic area, school tours
    1144 Peavy Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-1841. Email: hazensfarm@gmail.com. Open: Tuesday to Sunday, from 7am to 7pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Market updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Our farm is located in beautiful Howell, MI just minutes from exit 137 off I96. Come see us. We appreciate your business!. Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Peaches and Raspberries are naturally grown without the use of chemicals. (UPDATED: May 07, 2011)
  • Munsell Farms - Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, Covered outdoor market,
    6850 Mason Road, Fowlerville, MI 48836. Phone: 517-223-9639. Email: info@munsellfarms.com. Open: Vary by activity and time of the year. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Picking updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Lansing: Take I-96 east to exit 129. Go south on Fowlerville Road to the stop sign at Mason Road and go east. Farm is 1 and 1/4 on the north side. Detroit: Take I-96 west to exit 129. Go south on Fowlerville Road to the stop sign at Mason Road and go east. Farm is 1 and 1/4 on the north side. Greenhouses: May 1 to June 15 Fall Pumpkin Stand: September 15 to October 31 Christmas Trees: Thanksgiving until supplies last. Payment: Cash, Check. Pumpkin Pull is first Saturday in October. Tractors 1957 and older are welcome to participate in a tractor pull by Hudson Mills Old Power Club and Munsell Farms. How much weight in pumpkins can you pull? We also offer a Petal Pull. Kids from 3 to 10 years old can pull like the big guys!. At Munsell Farms we offer hay, straw, shelled corn, cracked corn, rye, oats, sunflower seeds, spring decor, bedding plants, vegetable plants, hanging baskets, mums, pumpkins, squash, fall decor and much more! We also specialize in clean shelled corn for corn stoves that is dried down to 12%. (ADDED: October 19, 2009)

Macomb County

  • Westview Orchards and Adventure Farm - Uses integrated pest management practices, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, Bouncy pillow, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    65075 Van Dyke, Washington Twp., MI 48095. Phone: 586-752-3123. Alternate Phone: 866-986-4386. Fax: 586-752-4445. Email: familyfun@westvieworchards.com. Open: 7 days a week, 8 am thru 6 pm, April to December 31. Directions: GPS coordinates 42.77253, -83.01888 45 minutes north of Detroit. Northwest corner of Van Dyke (M-53) and 30 Mile Rd. Click here for a map and directions. All tours are available weekdays 9am to 4 pm only and by reservation only Bees and Blossoms Tour: May to Early June Strawberry Tour; Middle to late June Cherry Tour: Late June to Middle of July Peach Tour: Early to Middle August Apple Tour: September to end of October Pumpkin Tour: Late September to end of October Pick and Play: Available during weekdays only; UPick with limited Family Fun including Petting Farm, Playground, Obstacle course Fall Family Fun: Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm, Labor Day Weekend to end of October. We use integrated pest management practices. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) certified 2010 Centennial Farm of the Year 2010 Second Place Winner in the Michigan Cider Contest Featured on America's Heartland Series www.americasheartland.org/episodes/episode_516/index.htm Host of Grandma Kay's Annual 5K Run/Walk For Charity Family Fun Season passes available Schoolhouse Ice Cream and Sweet Shoppe Open June 1 to Aug 31, Monday to Saturday 11 am to 9 pm, Sunday 11 am to 6 pm September 1 to October 31, 7 days a week 11 am to 6 pm www.westvieworchards.com. Homemade fudge and bakery items(donuts, pies, logs, breads, flips), ice cream, kettle korn, salsas, pickles available. (UPDATED: March 17, 2011)

Monroe County

  • Dundee Farmer's Market - Wide variety of seasonal, fruits and vegetables (some locally grown), some produce is certified organically grown, Uncovered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Baked goods, Crafts, artistic products, etc, pumpkins, snacks and refreshment stand
    209 Tecumseh Street, Dundee, MI 48131. Phone: 734-529-2688. Open: June - End of October Wednesday's 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday's 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, WIC Vouchers. Click here for our Facebook page. Special Weekend events planned. See Facebook page for upcoming events. Plants in early spring. (ADDED: September 08, 2010)

Oakland County

  • Mitchell Farm - Farm stand / farm market on a farm, Covered outdoor market, flowers, pumpkins, winter squash, Other fruit or veg, porta-potties, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    3404 Mitchell Road, Holly, MI 48442. Phone: 248-935-8328. Alternate Phone: 248-842-6028. Fax: 248-634-2106. Email: hollytaxcenter@yahoo.com. Open: May 1 to June 30 9 am to 6 pm. Directions: From exit 108 at I-75 go south on Holly Road to Mitchell Road. (about 4 miles) Turn right (west) and market is on your left. From exit 102 on I-75 go west on Grange Hall Road to Holly Road traffic signal. Go north 3 miles to Mitchell Road and go left. You're there. Click here for a map and directions. Pumpkins, squash and gourds: October 1 to October 31. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. In the spring we sell annuals for planting and vegetables and seeds for the garden. We sell a wide varity of baskets and combination planters. Gourds. (UPDATED: July 21, 2011)
  • Oakland County Market - Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, gift shop, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food)
    2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328. Phone: 248-858-5495. Open: See their website for for hours and availability. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, only. (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: August 13, 2011)
  • Royal Oak Farmer's Market- Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, gift shop
    316 East 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067. Phone: 248-246-3276. Open: See their website for for hours and availability. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, only. The Farmers Market is located in the Civic Center at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street, across from the Library and adjacent to the 44th District Court. The Royal Oak Farmers Market provides one of the premium farm market venues in southeast Michigan. Farm producers sell from an enclosed building, with ample parking, on Friday during the farm season (May through Christmas) and Saturday all year 'round. During growing season farmers are only allowed to sell what they grow. A Flea Market of regional fame is open every Sunday with 100+ vendors sell on a rotating basis, attracting repeat visits from antiques and collectibles-seekers from all over the state. The Royal Oak Farmers Market opened as a truck market, at the corner of 4th and Troy streets, on October 14, 1925 as a cooperative venture between the then-new City of Royal Oak and Oakland County, Michigan. The present structure was erected in the spring of 1927 and dedicated July 1 of that year. Since 1997 the Farmers Market has been solely owned and operated by the City of Royal Oak. It has been a popular institution for more than 80 years. (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: August 13, 2011)
  • Shepherd's Farm Fresh Produce - Uses natural growing practices, Wide variety of seasonal, fruits and vegetables (some locally grown), Covered outdoor market, Fresh local eggs, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Fresh eggs, farm animals
    6500 Cedar Island Road, White Lake, MI 48383. Phone: 248-431-7272. Email: kbriggs10980@msn.com. Open: seven days a week Dawn to Dusk. Directions: South of M59 Highland Road, west of Bogie lake road off of Cedar Island. Click here for a map and directions. Opened year round. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, only. We have Fresh Large Brown Eggs Daily. Camp Fire wood and fire wood. (ADDED: July 08, 2009)

Washtenaw County

  • Lesser Farms and Orchard - Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, pumpkins (brought in from the field)
    12651 Island Lake Road, Dexter, MI. Phone:  (734) 426-8009. Open: Call for for hours and availability. Directions: Call for directions. Payment: Cash, Check . Family run orchards. APPLES, CIDER, HONEY, PLUMS, PUMPKINS, HOMEMADE SOAP, CANDLES AND FIREWOOD! AN OLD-FASHIONED WORKING FAMILY FARM!  (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: September 17, 2011)
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Wayne County

  • Detroit Eastern Market- Wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food), pumpkins (brought in from the field)
    2934 Russell Street, Detroit, MI 48207. Phone: 313-833-9300. Email: admin@detroiteasternmarket.com. Open: Saturdays from 5 am to 5 pm. Directions: See their website for directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx . As many as 40,000 people flock to Eastern Market for its Saturday Market to enjoy one of the most authentic urban adventures in the United States.  (Suggested by a visitor, ADDED: January 07, 2011)
    A visitor writes on January 07, 2011: "The market and the adjacent district are rare finds in a global economy - a local food district with more than 250 independent vendors and merchants processing, wholesaling, and retailing food. In addition to its Saturday Market, Eastern Market holds Flower Day one of the largest flower shows in the country. Check their website for more details! As of July, 2007 Eastern Market accepts the Bridge Card. Which I personally think is amazing for lower income families that want good, healthy, locally grown food. Check their website for more details about how to use your Bridge Card at Eastern Market!"

Wholesale Foods

Livingston County

  • Dinkelville Melons Farmers Market - Local sales at our farm, broccoli, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, herbs/spices, melons, pumpkins, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, Honey from hives on the farm, restrooms, picnic area, weddings and wedding parties
    1006 West Schafer Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-4133. Alternate Phone: 517-546-4838. Email: dinkelville@yahoo.com. Open: August through September 8 am to 5pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From Howell - Take D19 south 6 miles to Schafer road (look for the Shell station) turn right ( west ) go 1/2 mile. Look for the big white barn. We are on the right side ( north side). 1006 W. Schafer Rd, Howell, MI 48843. Payment: Cash, Check. Click here for our Facebook page. Visit our Flea Market too. Tomatoes, Peppers, Sweet corn, cantaloupe,summer squash, winter squash. (ADDED: February 23, 2011)
  • Hazens Blueberry Farm - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, Local sales at our farm, Local delivery, some produce is sustainably grown, Baked goods, Preserves, jams, jellies, Crafts, artistic products, etc, blueberries, peaches, plums, raspberries (red), raspberries (Autumn, red), raspberries (yellow), Honey from hives on the farm, porta-potties, picnic area, school tours
    1144 Peavy Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-1841. Email: hazensfarm@gmail.com. Open: Tuesday to Sunday, from 7am to 7pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Market updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Our farm is located in beautiful Howell, MI just minutes from exit 137 off I96. Come see us. We appreciate your business!. Click here for a map and directions. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Peaches and Raspberries are naturally grown without the use of chemicals. (UPDATED: May 07, 2011)

Local Honey Sources:

Livingston County

Macomb County

  • Westview Orchards and Adventure Farm - Uses integrated pest management practices, Honey from hives on the farm, Cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, Bouncy pillow, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    65075 Van Dyke, Washington Twp., MI 48095. Phone: 586-752-3123. Alternate Phone: 866-986-4386. Fax: 586-752-4445. Email: familyfun@westvieworchards.com. Open: 7 days a week 8am to 6pm, April to December 24, sold in Farm Market. Directions: GPS coordinates 42.77253, -83.01888 45 minutes north of Detroit. Northwest corner of Van Dyke (M-53) and 30 Mile Rd. Click here for a map and directions. All tours are available weekdays 9am to 4 pm only and by reservation only Bees and Blossoms Tour: May to Early June Strawberry Tour; Middle to late June Cherry Tour: Late June to Middle of July Peach Tour: Early to Middle August Apple Tour: September to end of October Pumpkin Tour: Late September to end of October Pick and Play: Available during weekdays only; UPick with limited Family Fun including Petting Farm, Playground, Obstacle course Fall Family Fun: Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm, Labor Day Weekend to end of October. We use integrated pest management practices. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard. Click here for our Facebook page. Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) certified 2010 Centennial Farm of the Year 2010 Second Place Winner in the Michigan Cider Contest Featured on America's Heartland Series www.americasheartland.org/episodes/episode_516/index.htm Host of Grandma Kay's Annual 5K Run/Walk For Charity Family Fun Season passes available Schoolhouse Ice Cream and Sweet Shoppe Open June 1 to Aug 31, Monday to Saturday 11 am to 9 pm, Sunday 11 am to 6 pm September 1 to October 31, 7 days a week 11 am to 6 pm www.westvieworchards.com. Honey sticks available also. (UPDATED: March 17, 2011)

Maple Syrup Farms and Sugarworks:

Livingston County

  • Dinkelville Melons Farmers Market - Organic maple syrup, Honey from hives on the farm, restrooms, picnic area, weddings and wedding parties
    1006 West Schafer Road, Howell, MI 48843. Phone: 517-548-4133. Alternate Phone: 517-546-4838. Email: dinkelville@yahoo.com. Open:daily starting the middle of July through September 8am to 7pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: From Howell - Take D19 south 6 miles to Schafer road (look for the Shell station) turn right ( west ) go 1/2 mile. Look for the big white barn. We are on the right side ( north side). 1006 W. Schafer Rd, Howell, MI 48843. Payment: Cash, Check. . Visit our Flea Market too. (ADDED: February 23, 2011)
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