Appleberry Orchard
Contact & location
Where Appleberry Orchard is located
Appleberry Orchard sits within the Iowa apple belt, close enough to Donnellson for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
From the middle of Donnellson, expect a short drive on rural roads. Cell service can drop out on the last mile, so download the map before you leave the highway.
Once you're in the area, downtown Donnellson has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.
Planning apple picking near Donnellson? Here's what's on file for Appleberry Orchard, along with the map, driving details, and current conditions so you can decide whether it's the right stop for your weekend.
Apple Picking at Appleberry Orchard
Appleberry Orchard sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Appleberry Orchard tracks the rest of Iowa. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. The window most families aim for is the last two weeks of September into the first two of October, that's when Honeycrisp, Empire, and mid-season varieties usually overlap.
Fall festival weekends can double the crowd overnight, so it's worth checking the orchard's social feed the day before you go. Off-festival weekdays are typically wide open.
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 Appleberry Orchard is located
Appleberry Orchard sits within the Iowa apple belt, close enough to Donnellson for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
From the middle of Donnellson, expect a short drive on rural roads. Cell service can drop out on the last mile, so download the map before you leave the highway.
Once you're in the area, downtown Donnellson has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.
Frequently Asked Questions
What else is there to do at Appleberry Orchard?+
Beyond picking, Appleberry Orchard offers pick-your-own apples.
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