Orchard · Pumpkin patch
Crane Orchards
U-pick apples, pumpkins, cherries and peaches in Fennville, Michigan
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
“Here at Crane Orchards we strive to give you and your family a great experience to create fall memories as you pick apples, get lost in our corn maze, and pick pumpkins (later in the season).”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Due to G.A.P. (growers accepted practices) rules, we are unable to allow any dogs in the u-pick, pumpkin patch, or corn maze.”
Source: craneorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“You pay for the fruit you pick by the pound.”
Source: craneorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Season
“Cherry season is now finished for the year!”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“We offer many different varieties of apples, peaches & sweet cherries for u-pickers to choose from when in season.”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“It’s peak apple picking season!”
“The weather is finally beginning to cool, the days are getting shorter, and all of your favorite apples are ripe for picking.”
“We have several apples coming up so please check the list below for picking dates.”
“Please note that the warm weather this year has expedited ripening speeds for many apples this fall, so keep an eye open earlier rather than later for your favorite varieties.”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“The Pumpkin Patch will open September 19th!”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Late July through most of August, 2026”
Source: craneorchards.com/u-pick-peaches, checked October 6, 2026
“All of our peaches are freestone, or cling-free when ripe.”
“This list is a typically the order in which the peach varieties ripen, however every year the weather determines when they'll be ready so we do not have estimated timing.”
Source: craneorchards.com/u-pick-peaches, checked October 6, 2026
“The flesh and skin is firm enough to pick, pack, and ship, just like the other stellar yellow flesh peaches.”
Source: craneorchards.com/u-pick-peaches, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Open 10am-6pm daily (weather permitting) until the end of Apple season which is typically close to the end of October.”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Apples: 10am - 6pm daily when in-season.”
Source: craneorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“Apples are $1.80/ lb.”
“We have pre-picked half bushel boxes of Honeycrisp for $48”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Hayrides are $5/person and the Cow train is $3/child.”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“A 3% fee will be added to card payments.”
“While we do have wagons to use for your fruit, if you need a wagon for your child we ask that you bring your own please.”
“We accept Cash & Cards (a 3% fee will be added to Cards).”
“We do not accept checks.”
“Dogs are not allowed in the Orchard, Pumpkin Patch or Corn Maze.”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Crane Orchards only accepts cash and credits cards .”
Source: craneorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“The corn maze is open!”
Source: craneorchards.com, checked October 6, 2026
“If you are interested in bringing a large school group of 20 or more to the corn maze please send us an email on our contact page to schedule a visit during the week.”
Source: craneorchards.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Apples
- Pumpkins
- Cherries
- Peaches · Jul–Aug
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 & pre-picked | Not stated | – | |
| Pumpkins | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Cherries | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Peaches | U-pick | July–August“Late July through most of August” | – |
Typical Michigan seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Cherries: July–August. Source: Michigan State University Extension: Michigan Availability Guide (CYFC063), hosted by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, read October 6, 2026.
- Peaches: July–September. Source: Michigan State University Extension: Michigan Availability Guide (CYFC063), hosted by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, read October 6, 2026.
- Pumpkins: September–October. Source: Michigan State University Extension: Michigan Availability Guide (CYFC063), hosted by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Address
- 6054 124th Ave, Fennville, MI 49408Allegan County
Besides picking
- Corn maze
- School tours
Crane Orchards: questions
Does Crane Orchards have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Here at Crane Orchards we strive to give you and your family a great experience to create fall memories as you pick apples, get lost in our corn maze, and pick pumpkins (later in the season)."
When can you pick peaches at Crane Orchards?
July–August, in the farm's words "Late July through most of August", according to the farm's website (checked October 6, 2026). Picking depends on the weather and the crop: check with the farm before you go.