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Royal Oak Farm Orchard in Harvard, Illinois, spans 160 acres with 22,010 apple trees across four orchards growing 34 different apple varieties available for pick-your-own harvesting. Visitors also access Amaze 'N Apples, the country's first apple tree maze featuring a central climbing tower and games. The farm operates a petting zoo and playground open to all guests at no charge. Additional activities include rides on the Royal Oak Farm Express train, a 14-horse carousel, and a barrel train circling the maze. Blossom Ridge offers a 23,000-square-foot flower garden with over 30 flower varieties for cutting. Raspberry u-pick operates in designated fields during summer months. The on-site bakery and Country Kitchen restaurant serve lunch daily. Weekend orchard tours provide information on tree care, history, and beekeeping practices. Birthday parties and group hayrides are available by reservation.
Hours: Monday - Thursday 10am-5pm, Friday - Sunday 10am-6pm
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Sep 19 – Oct 12Season
Families celebrate the fall harvest with U-pick apples, wagon rides, an apple tree maze, bakery treats, petting zoo, mini golf, and orchard tours at Royal Oak Farm's annual AppleFest.
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“AppleFest | Daily September 19th – October 12th”
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