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Apple Picking in Southwest Michigan: South Haven & Fennville

Southwest Michigan Apple Picking: Your Guide to Autumn Fun with Beachwalk Properties

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Plan Your Best Fall Getaway on Lake Michigan

When the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to glow, Southwest Michigan comes alive with apple orchards, corn mazes, and small-town fall festivals. From wagon rides and apple picking, to pumpkin patches and the smell of fresh cider, autumn here is nothing short of magical in South Haven & Fennville.

For guests staying with Beachwalk Properties, this season offers the perfect opportunity to combine apple-picking adventures with cozy evenings in our vacation homes. In this guide, we’ll share the best spots for apple picking and fall festivals in South Haven and Fennville — and how to make your weekend stay unforgettable.

Overhiser Orchards in South Haven

Apple Picking & Family Fun Just Minutes Away

South Haven’s Overhiser Orchards is a fall staple, known for its wide selection of apples, pears, and plums. Their U-Pick fields are open from late August through October, offering varieties perfect for snacking, baking, or pressing into cider.

But Overhiser is more than just an orchard — it’s a full family experience. Kids love the petting zoo and wagon rides, while adults can enjoy the rolling countryside views and fresh-pressed cider.

Pro Tip: Pick up a bag of cider donuts to enjoy back at your Beachwalk rental — nothing says autumn like a warm donut with a cup of coffee on a cool morning.

👉 Looking for the perfect home base? Explore our South Haven vacation rentals just minutes from Overhiser Orchards.

Crane Orchards in Fennville (Near Saugatuck)

Corn Mazes, Pumpkins & Over 17 Apple Varieties

Just outside Saugatuck, Crane Orchards in Fennville is one of the largest and most popular apple-picking destinations in Michigan. With over 17 varieties of apples to choose from, you’ll find the perfect mix for baking pies, making cider, or enjoying fresh off the tree.

The orchard also offers one of the largest corn mazes in the state, drawing families and adventurers alike each fall. Add in hayrides, a pumpkin patch, and plenty of farm-fresh treats, and you’ve got a full-day fall festival rolled into one destination.

No trip to Crane is complete without stopping at Crane’s Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery, where you can sample apple pies, cider flights, and Michigan wines.

👉 Turn your day trip into a weekend retreat. Book a Beachwalk vacation home in Fennville or Saugatuck and enjoy Crane Orchards right around the corner.

Why Stay with Beachwalk Properties This Fall

Your fall getaway deserves more than a hotel room — it deserves a space where everyone can gather after a day at the orchard. Our homes are designed with fall travelers in mind:

  • Spacious kitchens for baking fresh apple pies together.

  • Cozy fireplaces & hot tubs perfect for cool evenings.

  • Decks and fire pits for crisp autumn nights under the stars.

  • Family-friendly layouts with game rooms, bunk spaces, and inviting living areas.

When you book with Beachwalk Properties, you’re not just securing a place to sleep — you’re upgrading your fall tradition into a full experience.

👉 Browse our Southwest Michigan vacation rentals and find your perfect fall escape.

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Bonus Tips for the Perfect Apple-Picking Trip

  • Bring reusable bags or baskets — most orchards encourage sustainability.

  • Dress in layers — mornings can be brisk while afternoons warm up quickly.

  • Plan for treats — cider, donuts, and pies are part of the experience.

  • Pair your apples with local Michigan cheeses or wines for a gourmet snack back at your rental.

  • Don’t forget games! Cornhole, cards, or pumpkin carving make for cozy nights in.

A Michigan Fall Tradition Awaits

From apple picking at Overhiser Orchards in South Haven, to wandering the corn maze at Crane Orchards in Fennville, Southwest Michigan offers a fall getaway unlike any other. Pair your adventure with a Beachwalk Properties vacation rental, and you’ll have everything you need for a season full of crisp air, cozy nights, and unforgettable memories.

🍁 Book your autumn escape today → Beachwalk Properties Fall Rentals