An article about apple picking gives precedence to All Seasons Orchard on Route 176 west of Route 47.
All Seasons Orchard
14510 IL Route 176, Woodstock; weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Through Oct. 29.
Fan of Honeycrisp? This farm boasts one of the largest orchards of the popular sweet-tart variety. Honeycrisp ripens in September, but if you’re looking for another variety, an up-to-date list of what’s available can be found on their website or by calling.
In addition to Honeycrisp, EverCrisp — a Fuji-Honeycrisp hybrid available later in the season — is another apple visitors look out for, according to manager Jocelyn Calderon.
For families, the orchard’s “fun farm” includes a ropes course and pig races, plus a corn maze, u-pick pumpkin patches and a bee observation station.
Pro tip: To avoid the weekend rush, Calderon suggests taking a cue from the locals, who like to swing by during the week before 11:30 a.m.
Cost: U-pick pricing starts at $12 per person for a quarter peck and includes an orchard wagon ride.
