The Genesee County Mom’s Guide to Cider Mills & Apple Orchards

Fall is far and away my favorite season and one of my many reasons I absolutely love living in this gorgeous area. I cannot get enough of the crisp morning air, apples, over-sized sweaters, pumpkins, fall festivals, pies, cozy socks, and the cider and donuts. Oh, the cider and donuts…how I love you.

One of my favorite fall family traditions is a visit to an apple orchard for some tasty cider and donuts and perhaps a bit of apple picking. I’ve rounded up a list of local cider mill & orchard locations for you to get your fall on with. If I missed one, please let me know, as I would be deeply disappointed to miss a good opportunity for a cup of fresh cider and a warm donut!

So, in no particular order:

Koan’s Orchard
12183 Beecher Rd, Flushing, MI 48433
(810) 659-8720
Apples, fresh cider, and pumpkins!

Diehl’s Orchard & Cider Mill
1479 Ranch Rd, Holly, MI 48442
diehlsorchard.com
(248) 634-8981
Cider, donuts, a petting farm, hay pile, playground, pony rides, a corn maze, and hayrides

Photo courtesy of Diehl’s Orchard & Cider Mill

Apple Lane Orchard
4460 N Center Rd, Flint, MI 48506
(810) 736-7622
U-pick apples, cider, pumpkins, and squash

Porter’s Orchard
12060 Hegel Rd, Goodrich, MI 48438
portersorchard.com
(810) 636-7156
Cider, apples, veggies, caramel apples, farm animals, corn maze, hay rides, and you-pick fruit.

Mueller’s Orchard
6036 Lobdell Rd, Linden, MI 48451
muellersorchardandcidermill.com
(810) 735-7676
Apples, cider, donuts, a playground, and space available for birthday parties/events

Spicer Orchards Farm Market, Cider Mill, and Winery
10411 Clyde Rd, Fenton, MI 48430
spicerorchards.com
(810) 632-7692
Hayrides to pick fruit, cider, donuts, a play area, train and pony rides, a corn maze, wine, fudge, pumpkin picking and fresh baked goods.

Photo courtesy of Spicer Orchard Farm

Parshallville Grist Mill
8507 Parshallville Rd, Fenton, MI 48430
parshallvillecidermill.com
(810) 629-9079
Apples, cider, breads, jams, pie, and local maple syrup

Bonadeo Farms
1215 White Lake Rd, Highland Charter Twp, MI 48356
bonadeofarms.com
(248) 787-4553
Cider, apples, donuts, a pumpkin patch, corn maze, wagon rides, and a playground

Almar Orchards
Organic Apples and home of JK’s Farmhouse Ciders
1431 Duffield Rd, Flushing, MI 48433
(810) 659-6568
Cider, donuts, certified organic apples, and hard cider-yum!

Photo courtesy of Almar Orchards

Montrose Orchards
12473 Seymour Rd, Montrose, MI 48457
montroseorchards.com
(810) 639-6971
More of a fruit and veggie stand, but they fresh press cider seasonally – a great choice for a quick stop!

With so many choices, try one or two or three {we will be} and let us know where we need to visit! Be sure to double-check opening dates, times, and associated fees as they vary throughout the season and week. Enjoy your time and enjoy your fall fun! Cheers!

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Hey! I'm Lyndsey one of the co-owners of Mid-Michigan Moms. I was born and raised in Omaha, NE and in my life before becoming a work/homeschool/stay-at-home mom was a critical care nurse and nurse educator. After unforgettable adventures in California and Texas, our family moved to my husband’s home state of Michigan. My husband, three kids, and a naughty yellow lab are now loving our chaotic, rural living-life. I love traveling, balancing no less than 12 DIY projects at once, chocolate, cooking, daiquiris, and a sunny day in the 70s at the lake.