Southwestern Michigan Farms & Markets Take a bite of any farm-fresh fruit or vegetable in Southwestern Michigan and you'll never want to buy store-bought again! Over 60 roadside markets and pick-your-own farms offer you sun-ripened and rain-sweetened goodness in a wide variety of produce. Our temperate climate has helped Michigan to lead the nation in growing tart cherries and blueberries. And we're in the top ten states for apples, plums, sweet cherries, asparagus, grapes, snap green beans, pears, strawberries, sweet corn, cauliflower, peaches, cucumbers and wine. So enjoy some good, outdoor fun when you visit any of the area farms. And plan to bring home bushels of mouth-watering freshness. Hard copy information online order form

Berrien County MSU Extension 1737 Hillandale Road Benton Harbor, MI   49022-9630 269.944.4126   Fax: 269.982.8666 Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday thru Friday (closed holidays) GPS [42.0849° N, 86.3583° W] Agricultural Education Handicap accessible Directions: From I-94 at exit 30 (Napier), travel 2 1/2 miles east on Napier to the intersection of Hillandale and Napier. Turn right, or south, on Hillandale. The Berrien County MSU Extension office is located 1/2 block south of Napier on Hillandale, on the east side of the road. MapLink     WebLink

Big Dan's/Klug Orchards 65980 66th Avenue Hartford, MI   49057 269.621.4037 Hours: Open August - November, 10 am - 6 pm daily. GPS [42.1789° N, 86.1857° W] At Big Dan's U-Pick'Em and Farm Market, we raise the best fruits and vegetables possible. Our fruits are ripened on the tree for the best flavor and taste. Join us and experience the family farm atmosphere with one of our free weekend hayrides in September and October to u-pick apples and pumpkins. There is nothing quite as wonderful as a tasty farm fresh juicy peach or crisp apple! You can u-pick peaches daily from August to early September. We grow six different varieties of peaches. U-pick for apples is available from mid-August to mid-October. We grow 14 different varieties of apples throughout the apple season. We always have a fresh supply of our fruit available in our farm market for those who are not interested in u-pick. In addtion to peaches, apples and pumpkins, we also have available depending on the time of the season, farm fresh vegetables, apple cider, caramel apples, mums, squash, gourds, Indian corn, jams and jellies, Michigan honey and Michigan maple syrup. We offer free recipes that use our farm fresh fruits and vegetables. Handicap accessible Directions: I-94, Exit 46 (Hartford exit). Turn left (south) and go 1-mile to 66th Ave. (which is the first cross road), then turn right and go 1-mile to the farm. MapLink     WebLink

Bob's Barn Farm Market and Bakery 4858 Coloma Road Coloma, MI   49038 269.849.2247 Contact: Ken or Lyn Craig Hours: Open from mid-April through December. Call for opening schedule and hours. We are located in beautiful southwest Michigan about four miles east of picturesque Lake Michigan in the heart of Michigan's fruit belt. Visit our farm market for a variety of top quality fruits and vegetables. We also sell gourmet honey, jams, jellies, salsas, pickled vegetables, cheese cake mixes, muffin mixes and many other items. We feature Sherman's hand scooped ice cream. Our bakery features a wide variety of pies, glazed pie slices, cookies, muffins, pumpkin rolls and miscellaneous items.   Large farm market Black sweet cherries   Excellent sweet corn Sweet juicy peaches   Fresh baked goods   Handicap accessible Directions: I-94 exit 39, right off the exit to the 3rd stopight, left (west) 2 miles on Coloma Road. I-196 exit 4, east 2 miles.

Degrandchamp's Blueberry Farm 76241 14th Avenue South Haven, MI   49090-9425 269.637.3915 Hours: Open 8am-6pm daily, July & August GPS [42.3612° N, 86.2926° W] South Haven's largest U-pick and farm market. Picnic tables, restrooms, bus/camper parking. Raspberries in July. Cranberries in October. Directions: I-196, Exit 20 then 3 miles south on Blue Star Highway near intersection of 14th Avenue. MapLink     WebLink

Fruit Acres Farm Market & U-Pick 3452 Friday Road Coloma, MI   49038 269.468.3668   Fax: 269.468.3468 Contact: Annette Bjorge Hours: Farm market is open everyday 9 am-7 pm mid-June through October. U-pick is open most weekends July through October. Call ahead for details. GPS [42.1750° N, 86.3060° W] We are located in beautiful southwest Michigan with picturesque orchards - perfect for the short or long trip to the country. Visit our farm market for a complete line of fresh fruits and vegetables in season. We grow black sweet cherries, crisp juicy apples, super sweet corn and our specialty is sweet juicy Freestone peaches. We also sell gourmet honey, jams and jellies, fall apple cider and caramel apples. Our u-pick includes sweet and sour cherries, Freestone peaches, apples and pumpkins. Please call ahead for details, seasons very from year to year. U-pick is weekends only from July through October with free tractor wagon rides in August, September and October. U-pick orchards feature dwarf trees, so no ladders! Visit our web site for ripening dates. Come visit us on the farm for a country experience.   Large farm market Our specialty - sweet juicy Freestone peaches   Black sweet cherries Sour pie cherries   Crisp juicy apples Fall sweet apple cider and warm caramel apples   Great pumpkin patch U-pick most weekends   Free tractor wagon rides weekends August-October Orchard trails   Free large picnic area Fresh air, sunshine and fun Portions are handicap accessible, please call for details Directions: I-94 Exit 39. South side easy off/easy on. MapLink     WebLink

Higbee's Farm 162 S Blue Creek Rd Benton Harbor, MI   49022 269.926.8014 Hours: Approximately July 15-September 15. Feel free to call ahead to check for availability. GPS [42.1142° N, 86.3689° W] We grow several varieties of peaches and a wide array of vegetables, herbs and flowers for you and your family to pick and enjoy ripe and fresh from the field. Sweet corn, delicious melons, vine ripe tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers, summer and winter squash (and blossoms) are just some of the delicious and healthful vegetables we'll be growing for you to pick at the peak of perfection! We invite visitors to enjoy our beautiful orchards and walking trails and make use of our large and scenic picnic and barbecue areas for a day in the fresh air and sunshine after picking your own fresh produce. Or if you perfer, enjoy beautiful Lake Michigan beaches just minutes away.   Terrific fresh, u-pick peaches Extensive u-pick vegetable garden   Several scenic, secluded picnic & barbeque areas   Portions are handicap accessible, please call for details Directions: Take I-94 exit 30, go east on Napier Avenue to Benton Center Road (look for our sign). Left on Benton Center to Highland Avenue. Right on Highland Avenue to Blue Creek, go right one block (signs at each intersection and entrance). MapLink     WebLink

Hillside Orchards 8198 Fleisher Lane Berrien Springs, MI   49103 269.471.7558 Contact: Paul Thelen Hours: 8am-5pm, July - winter months GPS [41.9690° N, 86.4400° W] Hillside Orchard grows Apples, Peaches, Sweet Cherries, Apricots, Nectarines for wholesale and retail sales. Fruit is available in season at the farm, at South Bend Farmer's Market and at various Chicago farmer's markets. Apples are available from our cold storages and controlled atmosphere (C.A.) storages during the winter months. Apple varities are Lodi, Earlimac, Earligold, Red Free, Paula Red, Macintosh, Jonathan, Red and Yellow Delicious, N. Spy, Rome, Idared, Empire, Winesap, future varieties are Cala and Honey Crisp. Handicap accessible Directions: -94 to exit 28 then South on old 31 to Hinchman Rd, then West on Hinchman Rd for 2 1/8 miles to Fleisher Lane, then south on Fleisher Lane 1/4 mile to packing house. From Chicago: I-94 at exit 16 take Red Arrow Hwy north to Ford dealer, turn right on Lemon Creek Rd, go East through Baroda to Hollywood Rd, then left on Hollywood Rd to Hinchman Rd, then right on Hichman Rd for 3/4 miles to Fleisher Lane, turn right go 1/4 mile to packing and sale building. MapLink

Jollay Orchards 1850 Friday Road Coloma, MI   49038 269.468.3075   Fax: 269.468.3882 Contact: Jay Jollay Hours: Open daily May-November, 10:30am - 5:30pm. GPS [42.1468° N, 86.3073° W] The Jollay's have been perfecting the craft of growing fruit for 146 years! We offer u-pick fruit in season. Visit our Market with apple pies "baked in a brown paper bag" and other treats from around Michigan. Also visit our new fishing pond and let the kids roam the Orchards. We also have Hayrides to the Orchards on weekends August through October. Delicious sweet and tart cherries (July), black raspberries (July), freestone peaches (August), 8 different varieties of apples (Sept.-Oct.), acres of pumpkins (Sept.-Oct.), covered picnic area and playground. Jollay Orchards Harvest Festival "Southwest Michigan's Premiere Fall Event" Celebrate the bountiful harvest at Jollay Orchards! Enjoy all of these activities the last 3 weekends in September and all weekends in October on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Join our child friendly staff for a day of family fun on the farm! Inside our market you can make your own warm caramel apple and taste the sweetest cider you have ever had!   Harvest Festival activities include: Hayrides to pick apples and pumpkins   Animal Farm Haunted House   Caterpillar Crawl Playground   Cornfield Maze Fishing Pond   Picnic Area   Admission: For Harvest Festival ONLY - $5 for children 2-17, $1 for adults. Seniors and children under 2 FREE. Never a fee for parking or to browse the Market. Directions: Take I-94, Exit 39. Go south (left) two miles on Friday Road. MapLink     WebLink

Jones Blueberries Mailing address 9491 Church St Bridgman, MI   49106 GPS [41.9474° N, 86.5421° W] Farm stand address 9245 Gast Road Bridgman, MI   49106 269.465.4745 Jones Blueberries is a family owned and operated U-Pick Blueberry Farm with farmstand. We offer already-picked blueberries, jams, jellies, butters and blueberry syrup. We also have peaches in season. This quiet, peaceful countryside also has picnic and toilet facilities. Come out and enjoy a day in the country. Hours: July 4th through Labor Day depending on fruit availability. Open Thursday through Monday, 9am until 6pm. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday Directions: I-94 to Exit 16, Bridgman. Head north on Red Arrow Highway to stoplight. Turn right heading east on Lake Street/Shawnee Road. At second 4-way stop, turn left on Gast Road, heading north aproximately 1/2 mile. We are on the right, along dirt driveway, farmstand located in middle of blueberry field. MapLink     WebLink

L.H. Piggot & Girls Farm Market 3824 East Napier Ave Benton Harbor, MI   49022 269.876.9269 Hours: Roadside market open 9am to 6pm daily in season GPS [42.0911° N, 86.3440° W] Featuring only Michigan grown produce to ensure the best quality flavor and freshness available. Directions: Exit 30 off I-94, east 2.25 miles or Exit 24 off US-31, east 1/8 mile. MapLink     WebLink

Lemon Creek Fruit Farm & Winery 533 East Lemon Creek Road Berrien Springs, MI   49103 269.471.1321 Hours: Open mid June to mid October 9-6 daily, 12-6 Sunday. GPS [41.9576° N, 86.4175° W] Fresh fruit in season available picked or u-pick. Sweet cherries, raspberries, peaches, nectarines, plums, pears, apples and grapes. Also see "Wineries". Directions: I-94, Exit 16, north 2 miles to Lemon Creek Road, then east 6 miles. MapLink

Nye's Apple Barn 3151 Niles Rd St Joseph, MI   49085 Contact: Jacquie Nye or Angela Thompson Hours: Seasonal hours, please call - June-Oct 269-429-0596, Nov-May 269-429-5056. GPS [42.0480° N, 86.4559° W] Our farm market is literally seconds off of I-94 and on your way to the beautiful Silver Beach in Saint Joseph. We provide most Michigan grown fruits and vegetables. We grow our own raspberries, peaches, pears, plums, apples, grapes and vegetables. All other produce is provided by neighboring growers while in season. We also sell jams, jellies, honey, maple syrup and many other items. We also offer u-pick on raspberries (July), peaches (August), apples (Sep-Oct) and pumpkins (October). Dates and times vary, so please call first. Stop by on your way in and out of Saint Joseph!   Large variety of in season fruits & vegetables Raspberries - u-pick, already picked, or frozen   Peaches - u-pick, already picked Apples - u-pick, already picked   Pumpkins - u-pick, already picked Michigan honey & maple syrup   Old-fashion popcorn Huge assortment of jams, jellies & preserves   Salad dressings, salsas, pie mix, etc. Caramel apples (in the fall)   Painted pumpkins (in the fall) Apple gift boxes   Apple cider Coming soon - candles Handicap accessible Directions: From Chicago: I-94 exit 27. Turn left, go over bridge and farm market is in the right. From Detroit: I-94 exit 27. Turn right and farm market is directly on the right. check out our website for directions from other locations. MapLink     WebLink

Pinecrest Christmas Tree Farm 4403 Spring Creek Road Galien, MI   49113 269.545.8125 Hours: Hours from 9am-6pm daily. GPS [41.7619° N, 86.5589° W] U-cut scotch pine Christmas tree farm. Christmas shop, wreaths, pre-cut pine, fir, spruce and free hot chocolate. Hayrides weekends and weekday afternoons. Handicap accessible Directions: Follow signs from US-12, 3 miles east of Three Oaks. MapLink

Pumpkins Galore 3256 East Napier Avenue Benton Harbor, MI   49022 269.463.5215 Contact: Gary B. Zilke Hours: July 15-September 15 - sweet corn September 15-October 31, 10am-6pm, 7 days per week GPS [42.0888° N, 86.3805° W] A small family farm operation that sells top quality produce to our customers. Bring your children and your camera.   1 to 100 pound pumpkins Fairytale pumpkins   White pumpkins Long Island Cheese pumpkins   Pie pumpkins Cinderella pumpkins   Blue pumpkins Red & worthy   Acorn & butternut squash Turbin   Corn stalks Gourds-Autumn wings-Birdhouse   Apple & swains Indian corn Handicap accessible Directions: From I-94 and U.S. 31 take Napier Avenue 1.5 miles east of I-94 exit 30 or .25 miles west of Napier and U.S. 31 interchange. MapLink

Stovers U-Pic & Farm Market 7608 US-31 Berrien Springs, MI   49103 269.471.1401 Hours: June-November, 9 am - 7 pm, closed Sundays. GPS [41.9694° N, 86.3844° W] Strawberries, raspberries, sweet and tart cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, apples, apricots, blackberries, blueberries, broccoli, cabbage, sweet corn, cauliflower, cider, eggplant, grapes, honey, pumpkins, squash, tomatoes, jams, maple syrup. Free hayrides in October. Directions: We are located 3-1/2 miles north of Berrien Springs, on US-31 or 7 miles south of I-94, Exit 28, on US-31 MapLink     WebLink

The Blueberry Patch Sawyer, MI   49125 269.426.4521 Hours: Open mid-July thru Labor Day. GPS [41.8862° N, 86.6101° W] Blueberry items: pottery, soap, preserves, recipes, stationery and serving trays. Shaded picnic area. Near Warren Dunes State Park. U-Pick or We-Pick. Directions: I-94, Exit 12 - one mile west. MapLink

Traditional Trees Leach Road Dowagiac, MI   49047 269.424.5896 Hours: Seasonal, please call 269.424.5896 for hours. GPS [42.0347° N, 86.1463° W] Leisurely stroll amongst the groomed and trimmed Christmas trees. You can choose, and see your Christmas tree harvested. Pre-cut trees are also available. Your tree is machine-shaken to remove debris. New No Hassle tree stand. Satisfaction guaranteed. MapLink

Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm 9351 East Eureka Road Eau Claire, MI   49111 269.782.7101   877.863.3276 Contact: Lynne Teichman Sage Hours: Summer hours: June 9-Sept 4, 10am-6pm (orchard closes at 5:30pm), everyday but Tuesday. Early fall hours: Sept 6-Oct 31, 10am-6pm, Friday-Monday. Winter/spring hours: Nov 1-June 8, 10am-2pm, farm office open for mail order and reservations. GPS [41.9995° N, 86.2322° W] Come enjoy the fun of picking your own fruit in season. With over 400 acres of rolling hills, fruit trees, nature preserve and well marked roads, you'll enjoy the abundant out-of-doors. Our beautiful orchards produce sweet and tart cherries (July), apricots (July), peaches (August), nectarines (August), plums (July-Sept), pears (August), blackberries (August) and 250+ varieties of apples (July-Oct). Most fruits are available for u-pick. We also have our own fruits available already picked. Call 269-782-7101 for our Ripe-N-Ready report. In addition, at Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm one may lease a "Family Tree" apple tree, ride a pony and take the orchard shuttle wagon (pony and wagon rides weekends, weather permitting). Also available are a country store, tasting counter, heritage apple display, picnic area and playground area, farm animal corral and washrooms. Our convenient pitter facility allows guests to wash, sort and pit their cherries before leaving the farm. Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm has special regard for the cherry pits. As home of the world-renowned International Cherry Pit Spitting Championship the first Saturday in July, we not only pit'em - we spit'em too! Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm accommodates company picnics, group (15+) orchard tours and group country dinners by reservation.   Sweet & tart cherries: u-pick, we pick, frozen Apricots: u-pick by appointment, we pick, frozen   Peaches & nectarines: u-pick, we pick Peach (15+ varieties): u-pick by appointment, we pick   Asian & European plums: u-pick & by appointment, we pick Apples (250+ varieties): u-pick, we pick   Fruit sampling & display counter Ciders, juices & concentrates   Country market Cherry waffle boat   Jams & jellies T-shirts   Picnic & playground area Restrooms   International Cherry Pit Spitting Championship Rent-a-Family Tree   Large group tours & accommodations by reservation Cherry pitter & washing facility   Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm Stand Ripe-N-Ready Report Handicap accessible Directions: From Chicago: Take I-94 to exit 29 (Meadowbrook Road). Go east to M-140. Go south on M-140 6 1/2 miles to Eureka Road, then 1.5 miles east to farm. From Detroit: Take I-94 to exit 41 (M-140). Follow M-140 south 12 miles to Eureka Road, then 1.5 miles east to farm. From South Bend: Follow US-33 Bus. 31 through Niles to M-140. Go north on M-140 12 miles to Eureka Road, then 1.5 miles east to farm. MapLink     WebLink

Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm Stand 9185 Union Pier Road Union Pier, MI   49129 269.782.7101   877.863.3276 Contact: Herb Teichman Hours: Fri-Mon 11am-5pm Enjoy the tastes of the season's fruits in a convenient location! Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm Stand is located in the Round Barn Winery Union Pier Tasting Room just off I-94 at exit 6 in Michigan. We offer fruit and cider for sampling. Various specialty products, cider and fruit picked in the cool of the morning are available for purchase. For larger quantities, place a pre-paid order by 5pm the evening prior and it will be available for pickup by 11am the following day (Friday through Monday).   Highway convenience Restrooms Handicap accessible Directions: Take exit 6 in Michigan (Union Pier). Turn west onto Union Pier Road (right if from I-94 east and left if from I-94 west). Located in the Round Barn Winery Union Pier Tasting Room. WebLink

Wicks' Apple House 52281 Indian Lake Road Dowagiac, MI   49047 269.782.7306 Contact: Jerry and Kelli Casey Hours: Tue-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat-Sun 8am-6pm GPS [42.0388° N, 86.2037° W] Unique market on a fruit and grain farm featuring quality produce, homestyle bakery, upscale gift shop, Orchard View Restaurant and cider mill. See our cider mill in operation on Saturdays and Sundays from mid-September to mid-October. FREE cider sample. FREE tours and family fun at Ciderfest, the Saturday of Columbus weekend each year. Open Memorial Day-Halloween. Handicap accessible Directions: I-94, Exit 30, take Napier Ave east 7-1/2 miles to M-140. Turn right and go south 4 miles to Columbia Ave. Turn left and go east 3 miles to Indian Lake Rd. Turn left and go north to entrance. MapLink     WebLink

Yule-Tide Acres Nursery & Christmas Tree Farm 8466 M-62 Berrien Center, MI   49102 269.461.3111   Fax: 269.461.3634 Contact: Roger and Charlene Bishop Hours: 8am-6pm nursery season, 8am-7pm Christmas season GPS [41.9849° N, 86.2536° W] Quality Christmas Trees, come cut your own or we will cut it for you. Select from a variety of Scotch Pine, Douglas Fir or Blue Spruce. All trees mechanically cleaned to remove loose needles. Tree bags, stand & other accessories. Bailing available. April Thru October we are a full line nursery specializing in perennial plants. November thru December we are a quality choose & cut Christmas tree farm. We specialize in flocked and potted trees. We have a Christmas shop, wreaths, garland, ropeing and Santa weekends. Handicap accessible Directions: Located two miles east of Eau Claire on M-62, just thirty minutes from South Bend and two hours from Chicago. MapLink

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