Flower farm · Orchard
Gilchrist Orchard
U-pick flowers and apples in Buffalo, 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
“Step into the beauty of the season at our boutique U-Pick Flower Farm.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/u-pick-flowers, checked October 6, 2026
“Wander the fields, pick your own bouquet, and take home a little piece of the season.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/u-pick-flowers, checked October 6, 2026
“1 bag of U-Pick of apples — choose from our seasonal varieties”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/farm-reservations, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Secure your spot for apple picking, flower gathering, and orchard fun — we can’t wait to welcome you.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/farm-reservations, checked October 6, 2026
“Apple picking, flower gathering, and farm experiences made easy — just pick a date and join us.”
“From apple picking and flower gathering to exploring the fields and sharing a sweet treat, our U-Pick experiences are designed to help kids and grown-ups alike slow down, laugh together, and make memories that last.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/visit, checked October 6, 2026
“Since 1985, Gilchrist Orchard has been more than a place to pick apples — it’s where families gather, memories are made, and God’s creation is celebrated.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“For $25 per family, guests can enjoy a scenic wagon ride through the orchard, pick apples together, and experience the charm of our working farm.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/farm-reservations, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Each reservation covers 1 family or 2 adults .”
“Extended family or non-household members (like grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc.) do not count as immediate family and will require additional reservations .”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/farm-reservations, checked October 6, 2026
“A household of 6 plus 2 extended family members = 2 reservations”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/farm-reservations, checked October 6, 2026
“Each reservation day features limited quantities of our homemade treats, so come early and enjoy something fresh from the farm.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/farm-reservations, checked October 6, 2026
“Because of our limited capacity, all reservations are non-refundable and final .”
Source: gilchristorchard.com/farm-reservations, checked October 6, 2026
“Our orchard and flower farm are open by reservation for a peaceful, family-centered experience.”
Source: gilchristorchard.com, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Flowers
- Apples
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
At a glance
- Address
- 2628 CR-113, Buffalo, MNWright County
The farm's website does not list hours we could read. Call or check the website before you go.
Gilchrist Orchard: questions
Does Gilchrist Orchard have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Wander the fields, pick your own bouquet, and take home a little piece of the season."