Apple orchards are the perfect way to spend a weekend outing with family and friends. Whether you're a fan of picking your own apples or simply enjoying the charm of orchard life, fall offers a perfect backdrop for a leisurely day out. Here are four local orchards that offer a variety of activities and offerings! Be sure to check their websites and social medias for appropriate apple variety picking times, hours and opening dates, and updates on their busy fall schedules. 

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Sekapp Orchard

Location: Rochester, MN

Address: 3415 College View Rd E

Phone: (507) 282-4544

Sekapp Orchard is uniquely located just 3 miles from downtown Rochester. With a large array of products from dozens of varieties of apples, to produce, and even honey products. Sekapp Orchard also offers an opportunity to pick your own apples, be sure to check their website for an approximation of what apples are ready to be picked!

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Northwoods Orchard

Location: Oronoco, MN

Address: 8018 75th Avenue NW

Phone: (507) 280-0591

Northwoods Orchard is located northwest of Rochester and features a variety of activities including corn mazes, an animal area, and a selection of apples and pumpkins.

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Turkey Hill Orchard

Location: Pine Island, MN

Address: 9912 County Road 5 NW

Phone: (507) 356-4067

Turkey Hill Orchard is located in Pine Island, about 20 miles Northwest of Rochester. Turkey Hill is a family owned you pick apple orchard, that offers apples, pears, plums, farm fresh eggs and artisanal goods such as apple butter.

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Blossom Hill Orchard & Farm

Location: Preston, MN

Address: 645 Highway 52 East

Phone: (507) 765-4486

Blossom Hill Orchard & Farm is located about 35 miles south of Rochester in Preston. The orchard and farm also include a bakery with delicious treats such as pies and pastries, homemade apple cider and juice, and even caramel apples.