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Edwards Apple Orchard

Edwards Apple Orchard is a pick-your-own stop in Poplar Grove, Illinois, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field. Rated 4.8 from 3,050 reviews. Confirm hours before you go.

About this farm

Edwards Apple Orchard is a pick-your-own stop in Poplar Grove, Illinois, listed for visitors who want fresh produce straight from the field.

Visitors commonly come for apples.

It holds a 4.8 rating across 3,050 public reviews.

On-site servicesWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible seatingFree of charge street parkingFree parking lotPaid parking lot

Location

Find Edwards Apple Orchard at 7061 Centerville Rd, Poplar Grove, IL 61065, United States. Plus Code: 95VX+3C Poplar Grove, Illinois, USA.

7061 Centerville Rd , Poplar Grove , Illinois 61065 , US

What you can pick

In October, check what’s currently ripe before you go. Seasons below are typical windows for Illinois, not a guarantee for this exact farm.

  • apples

    Typically in season August–October in Illinois.

Before you go

A short checklist so the trip feels easy — especially helpful for first-time u-pick visits in Illinois.

  • Bring closed-toe shoes, sun protection, water, and containers unless the farm supplies them.
  • Call or check the website for today’s picking conditions — mud, rain, and sold-out fields are common.
  • Arrive earlier in the day for cooler weather and better selection during peak weekends.
  • Cash still helps at smaller stands even when cards are accepted.

Amenities & details

Attributes pulled from the listing data. Confirm anything important (pets, accessibility, payments) with the farm.

Service options

  • • On-site services

Accessibility

  • • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • • Wheelchair-accessible seating

Parking

  • • Free of charge street parking
  • • Free parking lot
  • • Paid parking lot

Photos

4 photos from the listing plus visitor snaps below in reviews. Click any item for a full preview — videos play in the viewer.

What visitors say

3,050 reviews on file · showing 8 visitor notes from the listing data.

“Our family loves this place. We have been going every year for 20+ years. We go for lunch, to have their Pulled Pork, Apple slices w/ caramel and cold apple cider. If you go closer to the summer, they serve it in their farm "museum" barn. Later in the fall, they serve it below the main barn. We enjoy wandering around in their "museum" barn, looking at all the old farm equipment and ringing the bell that sits outside the entrance. They have a large play area for the kids and an area for the adults to sit, to watch. They have farm animals to view. I love to see if I can spy an egg that has been laid by one of their chickens. When they remodeled from a devastating tornado, they built nice big/clean bathrooms. (In the museum barn, there are pictures of the farm from that tornado.) You can also pick pumpkins from their fields, apples from their orchard and raspberries/blackberries from the vines. How fun! In the main barn, they sell candy, salad dressings, jellies & jams, merchandise, fresh apples, apple cider donuts, apple cider and fudge. I’m sure there are more, but this is what we go for. (I wish you still sold “Sixlets”, we used to buy a bag of them each year.) Our family’s tradition, is that we bring cups & napkins, so that as soon as we get our purchases to the car, we sit and eat a donut w/ cider. If you have never been, I highly recommend going. Make this a tradition, get out into the country, enjoy some good food & fresh air.”

“My yearly trek to Edwards Apple Orchard was lovely. It's been a family tradition since 1977. We were too early for lunch in the Cider Cellar but we were happy to have a breakfast of apple pie with ice cream and hot cider. Shopping was fab in the Farm Market, with old favs like cider donuts, apple cinnamon BBQ Sauce, variety of soups, and honey. Got a new favorite - Apple Salsa. Sorry no photo of that, as it was devoured as soon as we got home. I drive 3 hours one way to get to Edwards. It's well worth my time, no matter what the weather is like. Many Thanks to the Edwards Family. Oh, and yes, Scout got a tasty dog treat for the ride home.”

“We love Edwards Apple Orchard. Always a fun day picking out apples and pumpkins. Eating fresh baked cider donuts and drinking some delicious cider. Set some time aside for the store. It is fun to look around, try samples and find cool items to take home. We return every year.”

“My partner and I have gone for the past two years and it is always so much fun! The staff are always nice and there is plenty to do! There is apple picking and a pumpkin patch. My partner and I were there for a full three hours and was a great getaway from the city.”

“Hands down the best spot for apple cider donuts. I’m obsessed! Took a tractor ride through the apple trees. You can feed animals and they have a playground for the kids. Their shop is full of unique goodies, too. Definitely a must-visit in the fall!”

Vicki M · ★ 5 · Edited 10 months ago · Google

“We've been going here for years. They have a great variety of apples. We always do Pick Your Own, but there are pre-picked apples, As well. The fresh donuts are delicious. The store always has beautiful treats and decor.”

“We had the best time ever! Lots to see and do for all ages, absolutely gorgeous scenery, live music, and the BEST donuts! We will be gladly making the trip from Wisconsin again next year ❤️”

“We arrived expecting a peaceful fall outing, but what we found was a massive, bustling agritourism monster — and honestly, it can feel chaotic. The place is huge, and there’s no denying it gets very busy. Right from the start, the lack of clear signage made us scratch our heads: we pulled up to the entrance gate with zero idea where to go. Everyone was lining up on the right side, so we dutifully joined them — only to find ourselves stuck for a good 20 minutes before we finally ended up inside the gift shop. That’s where we realized: why in the world isn’t there a huge sign saying “Apple Picking on Left / Gift Shop on Right”? Even when we finally decided to head left toward the orchard, we had to stop multiple times and ask random staff or visitors, because nothing else guided you. It was aggravating, and I felt the mis-management of traffic flow and guest routing was a serious oversight. That said, once inside, the store is delightful — it’s packed with high quality goods, adorable décor, seasonal treats, and plenty of tempting things to buy. But the high price for apple picking (we paid $49) left me doing mental math about whether the experience justified it. In many ways, the only thing that kept the day from being a total frustration was the staff. The people working there were extremely nice — they helped us with every small issue we had, offered directions, answered questions cheerfully, and tried to smooth out the confusion as much as possible. Big kudos to them. So in short: a beautiful place with lovely products and wonderful staff, but the visitor experience needs serious improvement in signage and organization before I’d strongly recommend it without reservation.”

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FAQ

Is this a u-pick farm?

Yes — this listing is marked as pick-your-own. Policies (containers, pricing, pets) vary; confirm with the farm.

Where is Edwards Apple Orchard?

7061 Centerville Rd, Poplar Grove, IL 61065, United States Plus Code 95VX+3C Poplar Grove, Illinois, USA.

What are today’s hours?

Weekly hours are not fully listed — call or check the website before you go.

When is apples season near Poplar Grove?

Typically August–October in Illinois. Peak and weather can shift — call before you go.

Is it accessible?

Listing notes include: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating. Field paths can still be uneven — ask the farm about current conditions.

How do I get there?

Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation to 42.39271, -88.80148.

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