Orchard
Carlson Orchard & Bakery
U-pick apples in Winsted, Minnesota
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“If you are enjoying lunch with us just let your server know you would like to purchase a bag for U-pick apples and they can add it to your check and bring the bag directly to your table.”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com/apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Although picking your own fruit is cool, we know it isn't for everyone.”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com/apples, checked October 6, 2026
“U-Pick is simple, you pick your own fruit!”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com/apples, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“To correctly pick an apple, use an upward twisting method and apply slight pressure with the palm of your hand instead of pulling.”
“Take your time to assess the apple before picking.”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com/apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Apples are climacteric fruits, which is basically just a fancy way of saying they continue to ripen after being picked.”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com/apples, checked October 6, 2026
“For those wanting the experience of harvesting their own fruit we have you covered with our simple U-pick option OR you can purchase apples directly in our store that have been picked with care by us.”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Tuesday - Saturday , 10am - 5pm”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Wagons are available upon request!”
Source: carlsonsorchardbakery.com/apples, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Apples
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apples | U-pick | Not stated | – |
At a glance
- Address
- 11893 Montgomery Ave SW, Winsted, MN 55395Wright County
Carlson Orchard & Bakery: questions
Does Carlson Orchard & Bakery have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "For those wanting the experience of harvesting their own fruit we have you covered with our simple U-pick option OR you can purchase apples directly in our store that have been picked with care by us."