🍎 A Local’s Guide to Apple Picking in Door County!
Door County boasts a wide variety of apples that are sure to satisfy your taste buds!
Discover the Best Places for Apple Picking in Door County!
Fall in Door County means apple season is in full swing! As the air turns crisp and the trees glow in shades of red and gold, local orchards invite families, couples, and friends to enjoy the tradition of picking apples right from the tree. From sweet Galas to tart McIntosh and ever-popular Honeycrisps, each orchard offers its own unique experience. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a full weekend escape, apple picking is the perfect way to celebrate autumn in Door County.
To make planning easy, we’ve rounded up the best spots with all the details you need.
Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market
About: One of Door County’s most popular stops, offering daily apple picking, wine tastings, and treats like apple cider donuts. Varieties include Honeycrisp, Gala, McIntosh, Cortland, and more!
Location: 9197 Hwy 42, Fish Creek
Pick your own daily from 9 AM-4 PM from Sept. 20th-Oct. 6th.
Hours: Store is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM; Friday-Saturday, 9 AM - 6 PM, Sunday 9 AM-4 PM
Choice Orchards
About: Offers a diverse selection of apples including Gala, McIntosh, and Zestar. Known for its pick-your-own fields and seasonal farm market goods.
Location: 4594 Cty HH, Sturgeon Bay
Hours: Open daily, 9 AM - 5 PM from Sept. 1st-November 1st
Website: Choice Orchard
Hyline Orchards
About: Family-owned since 1958, Hyline has a diverse range of apples like Honeycrisp, Macintosh, Cortland, Wolf River, Zestar, Red Delicious and more! Their market is stocked with jams, canned goods and local favorites!
Location: 8240 Hwy 42, Fish Creek
Hours: Open daily 8 AM - 5 PM
Website: Hyline Orchards
Robertson Orchards
About: A five-generation family farm offering a large variety of apples for pick-your-own, along with a self-serve store for those short on time. Their store also offers fresh-pressed apple cider and local goodies!
Location: 2575 S. Shiloh Road, Sturgeon Bay
Hours: Open weekdays 10 AM - 4 PM and weekends 9 AM-5 PM
Wood Orchard Market
About: A favorite in Egg Harbor, Wood Orchard offers apples, baked goods, and farm products. While not a pick-your-own spot, it’s perfect for grabbing fresh apples and fall treats. Also, lots of activities for the kids to enjoy!
Location: 8112 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor
Hours: Open daily, 9 AM - 5 PM
Seaquist Orchards
About: One of Door County’s largest orchards, famous for its cherries but also growing plenty of apples. Their market has apple cider, donuts, jams, and more.
Location: 11482 Hwy 42, Sister Bay
Pick your own apples: 10/2-10/4, 10/9-10/11, 10/16-10/18 from 10 AM-4 PM
Hours: Store is open Monday-Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM (Closed Sundays) through Nov. 1st
Website: Seaquist Orchard
Map out your stops and enjoy a crisp fall day among the orchards!
Final Tips for Your Apple Picking Adventure!
Apple picking in Door County is one of the most beloved fall traditions, and these orchards make it easy to plan your trip. Remember to bring reusable bags or baskets, dress in layers for the crisp air, and double-check orchard hours before you go. Some varieties ripen earlier than others, so visit a few orchards if you’re chasing Honeycrisp, McIntosh, or Cortland. Don’t forget to pause for a cider donut, sip of wine, or sunset on the bay — the perfect reward after a day among the apple trees.
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