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Peoria Apple Picking Fun: Your Ultimate Guide to Local Orchards

Where to find pick-your-own apples within 1 hour of Peoria

By Julia Briggs, Macaroni KID Peoria September 13, 2024

It's apple-picking time in Peoria! Whether you're looking to make family memories or enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, Peoria has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. I've included for you below all the info on the best apple-picking spots in Peoria. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!




U-pick Apple Farms in and around Peoria

🍎 Arend's Orchard

  • Apples, cider, raw honey, and other produce

πŸ—ΊοΈ 22001 North Highway 78, Laura, IL 61451 (About 30 min drive from Peoria)

☎️ 309-446-3034

⏳  July 1 through December 15, 8am - 6pm daily

πŸ’» Arends Orchard Facebook Page


🍏 Braffet Berry Farm and Orchard

  • U-Pick apples, cafe, hay rides, corn maze, play area, and more! 

πŸ—ΊοΈ 9010 East 2250 North Road, Carlock  IL, 61725  (About 30 min drive from Peoria)

☎️ 309-376-2012

⏳ Opening Day Saturday September 14, 2024 10-5pm

πŸ’» Braffet Berry Farm and Orchard Facebook Page


🍎 Boggio's Orchard and Produce

  • U-Pick apples, petting zoo, pony rides, corn maze, peddle cars, bakery, and more!

πŸ—ΊοΈ 12087 IL-71, Granville, IL 61326 (About 1 hr drive from Peoria)

☎️ 309-376-2012

⏳ Mon. - Sat. open until 6 p.m. Sun. open until 5 p.m.

πŸ’» Boggio's Orchard and Produce Facebook Page


🍏 Christ Orchard

  • U-Pick apples, market, farm animals, and more! 

πŸ—ΊοΈ 4317 N Texas Rd, Elmwood, IL, United States, Illinois (About 20 - 30 min drive from Peoria)

☎️ (309) 446-3324

⏳ Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

πŸ’» Christ Orchard Facebook Page


🍎 Orchard Hill Farm

  • Apples, donuts, cider, corn maze, and more! 

πŸ—ΊοΈ 16853 E Co Hwy 9 Lewistown, IL, 61542 (About a 1 hr drive from Peoria)

☎️ (309) 547 3221

⏳ Open 7 days a week 9-5, Sunday 11-5

πŸ’» Orchard Hill Facebook Page


🍏 Partridge Point Orchard

  • 9 varieties of apples, fresh honey, and more! 

πŸ—ΊοΈ 807 Partridge Point Road, Metamora, IL 61548 (About 30 min drive from Peoria)

☎️ 309-367-4052

⏳ 9-6 daily, Monday through Saturday - Closed on Sundays

πŸ’» Partridge Point Facebook Page


🍎 Tanners Orchard

  • U-Pick apples, market, corn maze, back-forty play space, farm animals, family-friendly events, and more! 

πŸ—ΊοΈ 740 IL-40, Speer, IL 61479  (About 30 min drive from Peoria)

☎️ (309) 228-9162

⏳ Pick-your-own hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

πŸ’» Tanner's Facebook Page




Make the Most of Your Apple-Picking Adventure

Don't forget to bring along some essentials like a sturdy basket, comfortable shoes, and a camera to capture those picture-perfect moments picking apples in Peoria. 

Looking for ideas on what to do with your just-picked apples? Check out these recipes — favorites of Macaroni KID families:


Don't see your favorite Apple Spot listed? Send over a suggestion to juliabriggs@macaronikid.com

Call Ahead or Check Online: Before heading out, check the orchard’s website or call to ensure they’re open and that apples are ready for picking. Some orchards have special events, and you might want to plan your visit around those.

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