U-Pick Farms Near Ann Arbor: Apples, Berries, and More

U-pick farms are one of the best day trips you can take from Ann Arbor. Within 30–45 minutes of the city, you can pick your own apples, raspberries, blueberries, and more — often for less than grocery store prices and far more fun than any grocery run. Here are the top options near Washtenaw County.

Tantre Farm — Chelsea, MI (Blueberries)

Tantre Farm on Hayes Road in Chelsea is best known for its CSA, but they also run a HoneyBee U-Pick operation on the farm’s 115 acres. It’s a working farm experience — you’re not at a tourist orchard, you’re in the field.

Address: 2510 Hayes Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118
What to pick: Blueberries and seasonal crops
Season: Summer — check their website for specific dates

Wasem Fruit Farm — Milan, MI (Apples & Raspberries)

Wasem Fruit Farm is a family-run u-pick orchard just south of Washtenaw County near Milan. They offer u-pick apples and raspberries, plus fresh cider, donuts, local honey, and homemade jams at the farm stand.

Address: 6580 Judd Rd, Milan, MI 48160
Website: wasemfruitfarm.com
Hours: Currently open Fridays only, 9am–5pm through December 19th
What to pick: Apples, raspberries
Tip: Check their Facebook page before visiting — hours can change based on what’s ripe and weather.

Cash is preferred but cards are accepted.

Kapnick Orchards — Britton, MI (Apples & Cider)

Kapnick Orchards sits just south of Tecumseh near the Washtenaw/Lenawee county line — about 40 minutes from Ann Arbor. They run a year-round farm market with apples, sweet cider, baked goods, jams, and raw honey from their own apiary. A great fall destination with a full store alongside the orchard.

Address: 4245 N Rogers Hwy, Britton, MI 49229
Website: kapnickorchards.com
Season: Year-round farm market; u-pick apples in fall

Tips for U-Pick Visits

Call or check social media first. U-pick windows depend on what’s ripe, weather, and crowds. Many farms post same-week updates on Facebook or Instagram. Showing up without checking is a gamble, especially late in the season.

Bring your own containers. Most farms provide buckets, but you’ll keep more of what you pick if you have a flat or extra bags for the car.

Go on a weekday if you can. Weekends at popular u-pick farms in September and October can get crowded. Weekday visits are calmer and pickers usually find better fruit.

Dress for the field. Closed-toe shoes, layers in the morning, and sunscreen — you’ll be outside longer than you think.

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