Orchards in South Dakota: What You Need to Know
South Dakota sits within the Midwest, and visitors across the state have access to orchards reflecting the area's growing conditions and seasonal calendar. Whether you're near Pierre or elsewhere in South Dakota, use the map below to find the closest location and check current ratings before you go.
Midwest Orchards
Midwest orchards across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin are known especially for apples and cherries, with Michigan in particular a major national producer of both.
Best Time to Visit a Orchard in South Dakota
Cherries in midsummer, apples from September through October.
Tips for Visiting Orchards in South Dakota
Cherry season moves fast, so don't wait too long once picking opens; apple season runs longer and is more forgiving to plan around.