Keller's Apple Orchard - Apple Picking in Oswego, IL
Experience the joy of apple picking at Keller's Farmstand in Oswego, Illinois! Our family-owned apple orchard opens each fall with over 30+ apple varieties, beautiful farm scenery, and the perfect outing for families, friends, and groups. Come visit for U-pick apples, fresh pre-picked fruit, and a true autumn tradition near Naperville, Aurora, and the greater Chicagoland area.
Apple Orchard Hours
Keller's Apple Orchard is closed for the season.
Location: Keller’s Apple Orchard is located at our Oswego farm.
Apple Picking Prices
Before heading into the orchard, all guests must first purchase a picking bag at the Apple Barn.
TBD
Children 4 and under enter free (no bag included).
Large groups: please email groups@kellersfarmstand.com at least 24 hours in advance.
NOTE: Apple Picking is not included in your Fall Festivities ticket.
Apple Picking Guidelines & Tips
How to Pick Apples
- Pick only from rows marked "Ready for Picking."
- Look for apples with more red or yellow and less green.
- Roll the apple upward and twist gently off the stem.
- Only pick what fits in your bag - overfilled bags may be charged extra.
- Refrigerate apples after picking and wash before eating.
Orchard Rules
- Pets, smoking, large bags, baskets, and ladders are not allowed.
- Wear closed-toe shoes (fallen apples attract bees).
- The orchard ground can be uneven - watch your step.
- No professional photography sessions allowed.
Apple Varieties at Keller's Orchard
We grow more than 30 apple varieties so there's always something in season!
Currently Picking:
Coming Soon:
Finished for the Season:
Approximate Apple Ripening Calendar
- Mid August / Early September: Early Gala, Ginger Gold, Premier Honeycrisp, Ruby Mac, Zestar
- Mid September: Ambrosia, Autumn Crisp, Cortland, Crimson Crisp, Fuji, Gala, Golden Supreme, Honeycrisp, Jonathan, Jonaprince, McIntosh, Pixie Crunch, Sweet Sixteen, Triumph
- Late September: Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Empire, Jonastar
- Early October: Crispin (Mutsu), Idared, Macoun, Rome Beauty, Rosalee, SnowSweet
- Mid October: EverCrisp, Ludacrisp, Pink Lady, Suncrisp
About Keller's Apple Orchard
Our family has farmed in Illinois for over 170 years. In 2004, we planted our first apple orchard in Oswego. Today, our orchard has tripled in size, offering a wide variety of apples ripening from late August through mid-October.
We hand-select all our apples for freshness and quality. In addition to U-pick apples, you can also purchase pre-picked apples at our Oswego and Naperville Farmstands.
Plan Your Visit to Keller's Apple Orchard
Fresh apples daily during the season
Family-friendly fall experience
Conveniently located near Plainfield, Naperville, Aurora, and Chicagoland
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Try one of our favorites: Grandma Keller’s Apple Kuchen – a family recipe that’s perfect for fall!
