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Dittmar Farms & Orchard

256 S Grebner Road, Elizabeth, IL 61028

Farms & Orchards

Operating since 1854, this family owned and operated farm specializes in apples, sweet corn and pumpkins.

Operating since 1854, this family-owned farm specializes in apples, sweet corn, and pumpkins. Enjoy seasonal activities such as scenic hayrides, u-pick apples and pumpkins, and a corn maze.

Sweet corn is where it all started! The farm sells fresh-picked sweet corn available mid-July through August. The pumpkin patch is open on the weekends in September - October, offering lots of varieties of pick-your-own pumpkins. Plus, fun activities for the whole family!

Pick your own apple orchard is open late August through October. The orchard features over fifteen apple varieties to pick from. And don't forget to pick up some apple cider donuts made in-house or mouth-watering apple cider Slushie!

Dittmar Farms offers farm experiences, including hayrides, Antique Tractor Driving, ATV Farm Tours, and fishing excursions. These experiences are offered starting in June by reservation only, any day of the week, until mid-October.

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  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue: Closed
  • Wed: Closed
  • Thu: Closed
  • Fri: Closed
  • Sat: 10:00am – 5:00pm
  • Sun: 11:00am – 4:00pm

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