Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle)
Contact & location
Nickerson, NE
Where Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle) is located
Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle) sits within the Nebraska apple belt, close enough to Nickerson for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 9677 Co Rd 3, Nickerson, NE, Nickerson 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 Nebraska 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 Nickerson.
Weather at Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle)
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Camp Fontanelle’s apple orchard, Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch is a fundraising opportunity started by the United Methodist church. They offer a fall themed experience with many activities.
Planning apple picking near Nickerson? Here's what's on file for Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle), 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 Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle)
Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle) sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle) tracks the rest of Nebraska. 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 Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle) is located
Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle) sits within the Nebraska apple belt, close enough to Nickerson for a quick drive and far enough out for open sky and orchard rows on the horizon.
Most guests punch 9677 Co Rd 3, Nickerson, NE, Nickerson 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 Nebraska 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 Nickerson.
Weather at Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle)
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 Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle)?+
Beyond picking, Fontanelle Orchard (Camp Fontanelle) offers 9 Acre Corn Maze, Apple Orchard, Roller racers, Two 60' long dry super slide, Laser Tag, Jumping Air Pillows, and more.
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