Apple Picking at the Orchard
It wouldn't be a trip to the apple orchard without picking your own bag of apples! Ferguson's works hard year-round against the elements to prepare for prime apple picking every fall. Apple availability changes throughout the season, but Eau Claire's Ferguson's apple varieties include: McIntosh, Honeycrisp, Connel Red, Cortland, Paula Red, Haralson, River Belle, Zestar, First Kiss, SweeTango, and more. Check out Ferguson's Orchards website to see an updated list of apple varieties at the Eau Claire location. If you'd like to dive right into a juicy red apple this fall, pre-picked apple bags are available for purchase at the Farm Store at Ferguson's.
New Fall Activities at Fergusons
Rustic Ropes Course
A new low ropes course has been added to the park that's open to all ages. Take on the challenge of a variety of courses, and enjoy an ADA-accessible swing in the course.
The Watering Hole
Find adult-friendly refreshments at the new Watering Hole at Ferguson's Orchards! Fill up a growler with hard cider to take home, or sample a variety of cider flavors with flights from the bar. This year, Ferguson's is also introducing Apple Cider Slushies topped with a fresh apple cider donut. It literally tastes like fall!
Bubble Bar
Decorate the orchard and park with giant bubbles from the Bubble Bar! Just hold the bubble sticks up in the air, and let the fall breeze do the rest!
Johnny the Tractor
Greeting you right at the front entrance, Johnny the Tractor sings, dances, and invites his listeners to dance along with him!
Ferguson's Improved Farm Store
Shop for fall-favorite foods, souvenirs, and more at Ferguson's County Store. Order fresh baked goods from Ferguson's bakery, or purchase a box of famous apple cider donuts. Shop for apple-flavored pantry items, home decor, pre-picked apples, and goodies for kids to take home to remember their trip to Ferguson's!
More Fall Fun Activities
Ferguson's Harvest Grill
Grab a bite and fuel up for your fall day at Ferguson's Harvest Grill. This outdoor restaurant serves Wisconsin cheese curds, soups & macs for cold fall days, sandwiches, kid's meals, and more. If you're looking to get your hands on a glass of apple cider, this is the spot!
Meet the Farm Animals
Ferguson's Farm Animals adds an extra layer of family fun with a variety of exhibits to watch at the orchard! Say "hello" to the crowd-favorite goats at their impressive exhibit as they walk across their very own bridge. Meet and greet the farm's piglets, chickens, and ducks at the duck pond.
Ferguson Mining Co. Gem Mining
Choose from a variety of gem packages, and get to work sifting through the mine's river to find beautiful gems to take home!
Ferguson's Pumpkin Patch
Pick the perfect pumpkin at Ferguson's famous pumpkin patch! Ferguson's was voted Wisconsin's Best Pumpkin Patch with an endless supply of plump pumpkins for the fall season.
Ferguson's Corn Pit
A giant pit of CORN?! You heard that right. Kids love to play freely and ride down the slide in Ferguson's Corn Pit.
Grain Train, Cow Train, & Wagon Rides
There are a few ways to take a ride around the park and orchard, and each offers a different view and experience! The tractor-wagon ride takes you all around the garm, while the Cow Train is meant for kids to ride solo around the park. The Grain Train is designed to grant each family their own car to ride in, while the Pedal Tractors let you do the driving on the race track.
Apple Cannons
At Ferguson's, apples are meant for eating and launching! Test your aim at the Apple Cannos for a thrilling twist on an apple orchard experience.
The Corn Maze
Every year, Ferguson's redesigns their family-friendly corn maze with a fun, yet challenging, layout. We're not giving away any hints on how to complete the maze, but we will say– this year's corn maze is all about Ferguson's new mascot, Fergie!
Ferguson's Haunted House
Below the Farm Store, get a little taste of Halloween at Ferguson's Haunted House. Brave the dark and spooky barn rooms, and see if you can make it out!
Other attractions at Ferguson's Orchards in Eau Claire include Barnyard Ball Games, a Pumpkin Pad, Cabarnas for hosting private events, a Hay Pyramid, Pedal Karts, Spinnng Apple Rides, the Ducky Derby, Wall Ball Games, and so much more. Visit Ferguson's Orchards website to learn more about their apples, attractions, and orchard's history.