Aamodts Apple Farm

If fall must come, at least visiting apple orchards is an enjoyable past-time.  I've made a point to visit most of the apple orchards in the area.  This one is my favorite.

Highlights of Aamodts:

• Free parking
• Pick your own apples
• On-site bakery featuring apple cider donuts, apple turnovers, cider floats, apple pie, hot cider, apple brats, etc.  
• On-site vineyard - so fun to walk the grounds and enjoy the vineyard and the orchard
• On-site winery - St. Croix Vineyards has a fabulous wine tasting for $5.  Try their many delicious wines.
• Just outside of Stillwater - after the orchard, head into Stillwater and wander main street
• Family friendly atmosphere - tractor rides, picnic tables, and occasional petting zoo
• Tons of apple products available for sale to bring home including gallons of apple cider, apple brats, pies, apple chips, salsa, syrup, etc.  

My favorite apples are the honeycrisp, of course.  Apparently they are a little behind schedule, but will be ready in 2-3 weeks.