Orchard · Pumpkin patch
Schwallier's Country Basket
U-pick apples and pumpkins in Sparta, 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
“We offer U-pick apples and pumpkins, a giant corn maze, a play area and rides, and a farm animal barn.”
Source: schwalliers.com/plan-your-visit, checked October 6, 2026
“Additional activities (U-pick apples, pumpkin picking, Corn Maze + Back 40 (weekends only), Cow Train/Barrel rides (weekends only) are available to enjoy at normal pricing.”
“A: The Back 40 is our large play area located on the back end of our property, beyond the u-pick apple orchards.”
Source: schwalliers.com/faqs, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“The Back 40 is also where our super fun Apple Cannons are located (ammo is an additional $5/bucket).”
Source: schwalliers.com/plan-your-visit, checked October 6, 2026
“1 Peck $20”
Source: schwalliers.com/plan-your-visit, checked October 6, 2026
“1 Bushel $50”
“Corn Maze + Back 40 Play Area … $16/person”
“Apple Cannons (located in Back Forty, require paid entry) … $5/bucket apple ammo”
Source: schwalliers.com/plan-your-visit, checked October 6, 2026
“Our weekends only activities include the Tractor-Wagon Ride around the farm (free); Cow Train/Barrel Rides ($4/seat); Corn Maze + Back 40 ($16/person); Apple Cannons (Back 40 entry + $5/bucket for apple ammo).”
“Entry to the Back 40 is $16/person and includes unlimited time to enjoy all of the above activities.”
Source: schwalliers.com/faqs, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“Our goat petting area is also free, with an option to purchase small cups of goat feed as a treat for these always-hungry critters!”
Source: schwalliers.com/plan-your-visit, checked October 6, 2026
“A: All guests to our farm can enjoy the Children’s Play Area, Farm Animal Barn, small Straw Mountain, and (weekends only) Tractor-Wagon ride free of charge.”
Source: schwalliers.com/faqs, checked October 6, 2026
“It includes our Corn Maze, as well as a variety of fun activities for “kids” of all ages.”
“(Last tickets are sold an hour before closing. The Corn Maze + Back 40 is available weekends only in September and October.)”
Source: schwalliers.com/faqs, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Apples
- Pumpkins
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
Typical Michigan seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- 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
- 1185 9 Mile Rd NW, Sparta, MI 49345Kent County
The farm's website does not list hours we could read. Call or check the website before you go.
Besides picking
- Wagon rides
- Corn maze
- Petting zoo
- Playground
Schwallier's Country Basket: questions
Does Schwallier's Country Basket have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Come visit Schwallier’s Country Basket for U-Pick apples and pumpkins."