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Pleasant Valley OrchardPumpkin Patch & Apple Picking in Shafer, MN

Shafer, MN · Peak June, July, September and October

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Pleasant Valley Orchard — Pumpkins farm in Shafer, MN
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St. Croix Valley orchard with rolling hilltop views, summer berries, fall caramel apples, and weekend wagon rides to the patch.

Pleasant Valley Orchard in Shafer, Minnesota is the Twin Cities-area apple destination — about 45 minutes northeast of Minneapolis-St. Paul — with apples (August-October), pumpkins (September-October), and the iconic Minnesota Honeycrisp pick-your-own (Honeycrisp was developed at the University of Minnesota, and Minnesota orchards remain the variety's spiritual home). The on-site bakery handles cider donuts and pies; the country market handles year-round visitors. Multiple seasonal events drive heavy October weekend traffic from the Twin Cities.

What to expect

Drive I-35 north from the Twin Cities to Shafer. The orchard is signed. Park at the main lot. Pick-your-own apples (multiple varieties including Honeycrisp, SweeTango, Zestar) plus pumpkins in fall. The bakery and farm market handle non-picking visitors. Hayrides and family programming on October weekends. Pair with Taylors Falls (15 minutes north, the St. Croix River scenic area) or downtown Stillwater for a Twin Cities weekend.

What to bring

  • Check the farm’s field report before you leave—popular crops can sell out daily.
  • Apply sunscreen and bug spray at the car so it has time to set.
  • Carry reusable water bottles; many farms offer refill stations.

Hours

Mon

10am-6pm

Tue

10am-6pm

Wed

10am-6pm

Thu

10am-6pm

Fri

10am-6pm

Sat

10am-6pm

Sun

10am-6pm

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