Vala’s
Contact & location
Gretna, NE
Where Vala’s is located
Vala’s sits within the Nebraska apple belt, close enough to Gretna for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
The street address is 12102 S 180th St, Gretna, NE 68028, Gretna, NE . 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 Gretna itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Vala’s
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Vala's is known for its Pumpkin Patch, but also features Nebraska’s largest apple orchard with over 45 varieties of apples. They also produce hard apple cider on-site.
Planning apple picking near Gretna? Here's what's on file for Vala’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 Vala’s
Vala’s sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
Apple Varieties Grown Here
Vala’s grows 2 apple varieties. Each ripens between late August and late October, so what's available depends on when you visit.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Vala’s tracks the rest of Nebraska. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. If you can only make one trip, late September through early October gives you the best odds of finding both early and mid-season apples on the trees at the same time.
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 Vala’s is located
Vala’s sits within the Nebraska apple belt, close enough to Gretna for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
The street address is 12102 S 180th St, Gretna, NE 68028, Gretna, NE . 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 Gretna itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Vala’s
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What apple varieties can I pick at Vala’s?+
Vala’s grows Cortland, Empire. Which varieties are ripe depends on the week you visit.
What else is there to do at Vala’s?+
Beyond picking, Vala’s offers You Pick Apple Orchard, Fresh, homemade hard Apple Cider, Corn Maze, Lost Pumpkin Mine, Pirate Maze, Storybook Barn, and more.
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