*last updated 9/8/2024
Cider mill season in Metro Detroit is here! The best thing about living in Michigan is experiencing each of the seasons, and we have to pay homage to Michigan’s colorful season of fall. Getting in nature and getting fresh air is good for us all. Activities at our favorite local apple orchards and cider mills in + around Detroit include picking apples and pumpkins, taking a breezy hayride, and really just soaking up this short and delightful season!
Sometimes you can find a hot spot for the kids with petting zoos and playscapes; other times you will stumble upon a quiet outdoor winery and cider combo for a much needed day date. In Detroit, there is always a cider mill outside waiting for your family to enjoy!
GENESEE COUNTY CIDER MILLS
Mueller’s Orchard | 6036 Lobdell Lake Rd, Linden
With a playground designed for younger children and a shaded pavilion nearby, this cider mill is set up for kids and parents to enjoy their fall day on the farm. Enjoy plenty of doughnuts and apple cider. Their last day open for the season will be Sunday, November 24th.
Hours: Wed-Fri 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Porter’s Orchard | 12060 Hegel Road, Goodrich, 48438
Not only can you find fresh apples at Porter’s, but they also have a play space, event space, and farmers market. Their fall fun activities include hayrides, u-pick pumpkins, and corn mazes. Stop in for the day and you’ll be sure to have a fun-filled fall experience.
Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY CIDER MILLS
Markillie Orchard | 5200 N Latson Rd, Howell
Markillie Orchard offers many varieties of apples, cider, donuts, cider slushes, and more in their rustic knotty pine sales and dining area. Take the kids to enjoy photo opportunities and the outdoor play area. Open September and October, with November TBD.
Hours: Sat-Sun 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Parshallville Cider Mill | 8507 Parshallville Rd, Fenton
The historic Tom Walker’s Grist Mill houses the Parshallville Cider Mill in Fenton. The beautiful 137-year-old mill is one of the oldest water-powered mills in Michigan, sitting on the banks of North Ore Creek. Explore the grounds of this Michigan Historic Site while enjoying cider, spiced donuts, heirloom apples, local honey, caramel apples, homemade apple pie, and more. Open through mid-November.
Hours: Tues-Wed 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thurs-Sun 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Spicer Orchards | 10411 Clyde Rd, Fenton
Spicer Orchards offers all you need to spend a day enjoying fall activities. In addition to u-pick apples and a farm market, options include: doughnuts, cider playground, wagon rides,
fudge, train rides, pumpkins, corn maze, old-fashioned tractors, and more. The $15 Corn Maze ticket purchase includes wagon and/or train ride, animal visits, playground attractions, 1 drink and 1 donut, and corn maze trivia card.
And if the sweet treats don’t keep your belly full, grab lunch from their corn and potato roasters or pork BBQ cookout. Adults can enjoy a tasting at the on-site winery as well.
Hours: Farm Market daily 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (last wagon for pick your own at 5:30 p.m.)
Winery daily 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
MACOMB COUNTY CIDER MILLS
Big Red Orchard | 4900 W 32 Mile Rd, Washington
Miller’s Big Red Barn offers u-pick produce, wagon rides, kitchen, bar, event spaces, and delicious cider and donuts!
Hours: Wed-Sun 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the last U-pick tractor will depart at 4:00 p.m.
Blake Farms | 17985 Armada Ctr, Armada
Blake’s offers many opportunities for a day of fun, with everything from u-pick apples to various attractions for kids, an artisan market . . . there’s something for everyone! At Orchard Tap House, you can find delicious food as well as wine and hard cider tastings. Visit their website to explore all of the options and various locations.
Hours: Mon-Sun 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Hy’s Cider Mill | 6350 37 Mile Rd, Romeo
Enjoy a glass of Hy’s famous cider alongside a booming variety of apples. Indulge in sweet treats like caramel apples, an apple cider slush, donuts, and other various goodies at Hy’s Cider Mill Store. Open September 7 until November 3.
Hours: Sat-Sun 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (u-pick ends at 5:00 p.m.).
Pankiewicz Cider Mill & Farm Market | 10387 Lindsey, Casco
Stop in for farm fresh produce, apples, pears, and plums. Offering a large selection of pumpkins for carving, corn stalks, straw bales, Indian corn, and all your fall decorating needs.
Hours: Thurs-Sun 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Stony Creek Orchard and Cider Mill | 2961 W 32 Mile, Romeo
This mill offers U-pick apples, pumpkins, and raspberries. Enjoy fresh apple cider and delicious donuts. They also offer tons of fresh produce like apples, pears, handmade pies, caramel apples, pre-picked pumpkins, and many other great products! U-pick apples available.
Hours: Mon-Sun 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Verellen Orchards | 63260 Van Dyke, Washington
Operating for over 100 years, Verellen Orchards offers apples, peaches, and a variety of produce. You’ll also find delicious baked goods, Cook’s Farm Ice Cream, old-time candy, and watermelon or cider slushies. Curbside pickup available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Westview Orchards & Cider Mill | 65075 Van Dyke, Washington Twp
A day at Westview includes a corn maze, bunny village, and a two-acre playground. Here, you’ll discover wagon rides, straw bale mazes, a tire mountain, 40-foot slide, rope mountain, a log obstacle course, two petting barns, and much more for everyone in the family. U-pick tickets should be purchased in advance.
Hours: Farm Market daily 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Winery is open Saturday-Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Farm Fun will be open until October 31st.
OAKLAND COUNTY CIDER MILLS
Ashton Orchards | 3925 E Seymore Lake, Ortonville
At Ashton Orchards, enjoy homemade apple cider with fresh apples, donuts, peaches, plums, pears, sweet corn, pumpkins, and fresh produce alongside a variety of homemade baked goods and pastries. Open August through December.
Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bonadeo Farms | 1215 White Lake Rd, Highland
Head down to Bonadeo Farms for cider, donuts, the pumpkin patch, corn maze, and the childrens playground during the day! They also have a haunted house and haunted hay ride Friday and Saturday nights which are open from dusk to 11:00 p.m. Opening September 27th!
Hours: Sat-Sun 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Diehl’s Orchard & Cider Mill | 1479 Ranch Rd, Holly
The whole family will enjoy this cider mill, including your loyal dogs! Enjoy hot, cold, and slushy cider with their famous donuts, served hot. You can expect an outdoor walk-up window for cider and donut sales, six-foot line spacing in the store, extra washing stations on the grounds, and other modifications to ensure the safety of your family. BYO chairs and blankets for a comfortable spot on their large grounds.
Hours: through October 31: daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
November 2-24: Sat-Sun from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Blake’s Lyon Twp. (previously Erwin’s) | 61475 Silver Lake Rd, South Lyon
You’ll definitely want to check out this beloved location, which used to be Erwin’s. Keeping the same U-pick and cider mill traditions of Erwin’s, Blake’s will offer donuts, cider, and more.
Hours: U-Pick Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Funland daily 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Farm Store and Bakery daily 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Franklin Cider Mill | 7450 Franklin Rd, Bloomfield Hills
Visit the Franklin Cider Mill if you’re looking for a simple, fun day enjoying fall! Built near a river, you can sit and relax while taking in the view. The donuts are made from an old German recipe, and all the cider is pressed in-house. You can find assorted apples, pies, scones, breads, cakes, hickory farms meats and cheeses, jams, spreads, and so much more. Online ordering is also available! There is a 25 visitor limit to view the cider making process. Weekends at the Mill include activities, jazz music, face painting and more! Open for the season through December 1st, 2024.
Hours: daily 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Goodison Cider Mill | 4295 Orion Rd, Rochester
Here, cider is pressed with a century-old press. Enjoy their famous pistachio nut bread along with fresh donuts, a variety of pies, jams, and other treats. Sunday kids activities include a moonwalk, bounce houses, music, cider pressing, and other entertainment. All activities run from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., starting after Labor Day and ending before Halloween.
Hours: September 1 through Thanksgiving daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Until Christmas Eve Fri-Sun 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Long Family Orchard & Farm | 1540 E Commerce Rd, Commerce
Long Family Orchard offers a lot more than cider and donuts. Enjoy a wooden playscape, sand pits, petting zoo, a great big slide, mums and sweet corn for sale, and much more. The sweet corn is available via drive-thru, inside of a small red shed.
Hours: daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Paint Creek Cider Mill | 4480 Orion Rd, Oakland Twp
Paint Creek Cider Mill offers a menu of delicious meals featuring BBQ meats and sauces you can’t resist, healthy snacks, and amazing treats including homemade soups, sandwiches, desserts, and ice cream. If you’re looking for an ice cream cone on a hot summer night or a hot cider for a cool evening walk on the trail, then this is the cider mill for you.
Hours: daily 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Rochester Cider Mill | 5125 N Rochester Rd, Rochester
Enjoy a variety of tasty donuts and sweet apple cider. You can purchase an array of Michigan-made items, as well as fall decorations for your home like straw bundles, hay, and cornstalks. Additional activities include a petting farm, giant hay pyramid, and antique wall . . . for free! House-made Apple Cider Vinegar in a variety of flavors including blueberry, grape, coffee, hot pepper, apple, and peach are perfect for salads, beverages, and cooking! Cash or check only.
Hours: daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Yates Cider Mill | 1950 E Avon Rd, Rochester Hills
The historic grist mill was built in 1863, with the Yates family putting in a cider press in 1876—and they’ve been doing it ever since! You can even view the process of a water-powered double table press used to produce cider. Be sure to visit the apple tent, take a picturesque walk around the grounds, or get the kids a pony ride for $5 a person. With a cider mill, bake shop, and ice cream shop, you’re sure to find something for everyone.
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
WASHTENAW COUNTY CIDER MILLS
Alber Orchard and Cider Mill | 13011 Bethel, Manchester
Alber Orchard and Cider Mill offers cider, donuts, and over 100 types of apples, many heirloom selections. Admission is free, but there are several activities available for a small fee. Cider is available beginning September 17, and frozen cider is available now for $8.
Hours: Winery Tues-Fri 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Cider Mill Tues-Fri 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Dexter Cider Mill | 3685 Central St, Dexter
The oldest continuously-operating cider mill in the state, Dexter’s is situated along the Huron River. They offer old-fashioned cider mill doughnuts, caramel apples for the kids, and homemade wood-pressed cider for the big kids. No admission/parking fees; cash or check only (ATM on site).
Hours: Wed-Sun 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Lesser Farms and Orchard | 12651 Island Lake Rd, Dexter
Lesser Farms and Orchard offers apples and cider, along with jams, jellies, and pumpkins. You can also purchase pre-picked Michigan apples (no u-pick available).
Hours: Year Round Self Serve daily 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sep-Nov Apple Sales Wed-Sat 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., closed Monday-Tuesday
Wiard’s Cider Mill and Apple Orchard | 5565 Merritt, Ypsilanti
Wiard’s visitors can enjoy picking their own pumpkins and apples. The cider mill offers traditional staples like hayrides, a corn maze, and, of course, cider and doughnuts. You can purchase weekend tickets online for any of their five haunted attractions at their annual haunted Night Terrors events.
Hours: Country Fair Wed-Fri 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Country Store Wed-Sun 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
WAYNE COUNTY CIDER MILLS
DeBuck’s Family Farm | 50240 Martz Road, Belleville
A family farm, DeBuck’s has been owned by two generations. Their Fall Festival brings crowds yearly with plenty of activities for the whole family such as their very popular 15-acre corn maze, pumpkin displays, wagon rides, and plenty of outdoor activities for young and old. There are also plenty of fall treats to choose from.
Fall Festival Hours: Open Select dates and hours beginning September 14th-October 27th. Check their Events Calendar for the full list of dates and hours.
Parmenter’s Northville Cider Mill | 714 E Baseline, Northville
Mr. Parmenter opened this mill in 1873 and it has only been owned by three families since then. This mill makes fresh apple cider, donuts, caramel apples, and a few other goodies. You can also visit Northville Winery and Brewery for a tasting.
Hours: daily 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. through November 24th.
Three Cedars Farm | 7897 Six Mile Rd, Northville
Three Cedars is the number one spot for kids, offering multiple play structures, tricycles with tracks, a huge corn pit, an electric train that drives around the park (for an additional fee), farm animal petting zoo, wooden train carts, and lots more. Check out the bonfire pits spread throughout the farm while you’re taking a hay ride out back to the corn maze. Cash or check only.
Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Fri-Sat 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Open through October 31—Halloween hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and November 1-3 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
For more fall fun, check out where to find pumpkins in + around Detroit.
*This post was originally written by Kailyn Boggess, and was updated in 2024 by Rana Makki.
