U-pick farm
Community Orchards
U-pick farm in Fort Dodge, Iowa
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
“Picking your own pumpkin is a great way to create family memories and find the perfect pumpkin for jack-o'-lanterns!”
Source: communityorchard.com/applefest, checked October 7, 2026
Season
“We are open for the season!”
Source: communityorchard.com, checked October 7, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Open weekends in October”
Source: communityorchard.com/applefest, checked October 7, 2026
Hours
“Open weekends in October Hours: 10AM to 4PM”
Source: communityorchard.com/applefest, checked October 7, 2026
Before you go
“We love pets, but unless you have a service animal, please leave your pets at home while coming to The Community Orchard.”
Source: communityorchard.com, checked October 7, 2026
Besides picking
“Enjoy delicious fall foods, The Back 40 Playground, corn maze, games, and rides to the pumpkin patch!”
“Apple Fest is fun for ALL ages!”
“With multiple challenges of varying difficulty, our Corn Maze is fun for the whole family!”
Source: communityorchard.com/applefest, checked October 7, 2026
“Enjoy Hard Cider and Beer Samples inside the Corn Maze then sit down and enjoy a meal and music down by the river!”
Source: communityorchard.com, checked October 7, 2026
At a glance
- Address
- 2237 160th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501Webster County
Besides picking
- Apple cider
- Winery or cidery
- Corn maze
- Playground
- Festivals
Community Orchards: questions
Does Community Orchards have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Picking your own pumpkin is a great way to create family memories and find the perfect pumpkin for jack-o'-lanterns!"