Low confidence Rockford, Minnesota

Knapton's

Contact & location

Address

5695 Hwy 55
Rockford, MN 55373

Where Knapton's is located

Knapton's sits within the Minnesota apple belt, close enough to Rockford for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.

Most guests punch 5695 Hwy 55, Rockford 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.

Nearby you'll find the kind of scenery Minnesota does well in October, farm stands, rural churches, and roads lined with maples turning red. It's a solid half-day out even without leaving Rockford.

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Weather at Knapton's

Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.

Planning apple picking near Rockford? Here's what's on file for Knapton's, 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 Knapton's

Knapton's sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.

On-Farm Activities

pick-your-own apples

Best Time to Visit

Apple season at Knapton's tracks the rest of Minnesota. 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 Knapton's is located

Knapton's sits within the Minnesota apple belt, close enough to Rockford for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.

Most guests punch 5695 Hwy 55, Rockford 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.

Nearby you'll find the kind of scenery Minnesota does well in October, farm stands, rural churches, and roads lined with maples turning red. It's a solid half-day out even without leaving Rockford.

Open in Google Maps →