Center Grove Orchard
Where Center Grove Orchard is located
Head into Cambridge, IA and you'll come across Center Grove Orchard on the surrounding farmland. It's a family-run corner of Iowa's harvest scene and easy to reach for anyone within an hour of town.
Most guests punch 32835 610th Ave, Cambridge into their phone and let GPS do the work, the entrance is signed from the road and there's a parking area once you turn in.
Plan on making it a mini road trip. The surrounding back roads are worth the detour in fall color, and Cambridge itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Center Grove Orchard
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
About 30 minutes north of the metro area is Center Grove Orchard in Cambridge. Between the apple orchard, pumpkin patch, farmyard, country store and sunflower meadow (expecting to be blooming until mid-October) there’s tons of attractions for the whole family! The giant corn pool is always a big hit as are the jumping pillows, super slides, apple slingshot and of course, bottling feeding the baby goats. Did we mention that their treats are DELICIOUS? From cookies and pies, to giant milkshakes and donuts- Center Grove is perfect for your inner foodie.
Center Grove Orchard is a working apple orchard in Cambridge, Iowa. The listing below pulls together the practical details visitors ask about most, location, contact info, and whatever hours, varieties, or activities the farm has confirmed with us.
Apple Picking at Center Grove Orchard
Center Grove Orchard sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Center Grove Orchard tracks the rest of Iowa. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. For photographers and casual pickers alike, the first three weekends of October tend to be the sweet spot, cooler mornings, changing leaves, and the widest variety selection.
Peak-weekend crowds cluster around lunchtime, so either come early (before 10 a.m.) or late (after 3 p.m.) to skip the busiest hour. Weekdays are the most relaxed by a wide margin.
What to Bring
- • Cash (backup for the farm stand)
- • Closed-toe walking shoes
- • A light jacket or flannel
- • Sunscreen and a hat
- • Water bottles for the walk
- • Reusable bags for the ride home
- • A camera or phone charged for photos
- • Small bills for cider and donuts
Where Center Grove Orchard is located
Head into Cambridge, IA and you'll come across Center Grove Orchard on the surrounding farmland. It's a family-run corner of Iowa's harvest scene and easy to reach for anyone within an hour of town.
Most guests punch 32835 610th Ave, Cambridge into their phone and let GPS do the work, the entrance is signed from the road and there's a parking area once you turn in.
Plan on making it a mini road trip. The surrounding back roads are worth the detour in fall color, and Cambridge itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Center Grove Orchard
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What else is there to do at Center Grove Orchard?+
Beyond picking, Center Grove Orchard offers apple orchard, pumpkin patch, farmyard, country store, sunflower meadow, corn pool, and more.
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