Right by the banks of beautiful Lake Michigan, this Lake County apple picking location is conveniently located a short drive away from Chicago. It's actually the closest orchard to downtown Chicago, so if you happen to be in Illinois' number one city, this is one of the easiest U-Pick locations to visit. Heinz Orchard , which has been serving Illinois for almost seven decades now, keeps things simple; it's all about apple picking at this location, without any frills or unnecessary extras, so if you just want a quiet, authentic experience, Heinz Orchard is the place to be.

Heinz Orchard, 1050 Crest Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048, Phone: 847-770-3449

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