Gale Woods Farm
Contact & location
Minnetrista, MN 55364
Where Gale Woods Farm is located
Gale Woods Farm sits within the Minnesota apple belt, close enough to Minnetrista for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
The street address is 7210 County Rd 110 W, Minnetrista, MN 55364. That drops most map apps within a few feet of the farm gate.
Plan on making it a mini road trip. The surrounding back roads are worth the detour in fall color, and Minnetrista itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Gale Woods Farm
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Open: June to October
Planning apple picking near Minnetrista? Here's what's on file for Gale Woods Farm, along with the map, driving details, and current conditions so you can decide whether it's the right stop for your weekend.
Pick-Your-Own Apples at Gale Woods Farm
Pick-your-own is available at Gale Woods Farm during the harvest window. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and settle up at the farm stand.
Other Crops & Produce
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Gale Woods Farm tracks the rest of Minnesota. 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.
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.
Good to Know Before You Visit
Verified from the orchard's own website.
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 Gale Woods Farm is located
Gale Woods Farm sits within the Minnesota apple belt, close enough to Minnetrista for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
The street address is 7210 County Rd 110 W, Minnetrista, MN 55364. That drops most map apps within a few feet of the farm gate.
Plan on making it a mini road trip. The surrounding back roads are worth the detour in fall color, and Minnetrista itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Gale Woods Farm
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Gale Woods Farm offer pick-your-own apples?+
Yes. Gale Woods Farm runs pick-your-own during the apple harvest. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and pay at the farm stand.
What else is there to do at Gale Woods Farm?+
Beyond picking, Gale Woods Farm offers pick-your-own.
Can I bring my dog to Gale Woods Farm?+
Gale Woods Farm's pet policy: Due to consideration of the farm animals, dogs are not allowed at Gale Woods..
Data source: USDA Local Food Portal · Confidence: High
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