This comprehensive guide will help you plan your trip around the highly-anticipated cherry season here in Door County. We would (of course) be honored if you made Julie’s Park Cafe & Motel your homebase for all of your cherry picking adventures!

• What is the timeline for the typical Door County cherry season?
  • Typically, Door County cherries are ready to be picked anywhere from early July through mid-August.
  • Weather, however, plays a factor in when exactly the picking season begins, as well as the location of the orchard & the variety of cherry.
• How do weather patterns, etc., affect cherry ripening times each year?
  • Door County’s cool spring months & unique soil composition make this place we call home the perfect place for growing cherry trees.
  • The ripeness & size of the cherries can be affected by factors such as sunlight & rainfall during growing season.
    • Heavy rainfall in late June and/or early July can cause sweet cherries to become overripe.
  • Sweet cherries usually ripen in early July, whereas tart cherries usually ripen mid-July through mid-August.
• What are the some of the best local orchards to visit near Julie’s properties?
  • Lautenbach’s Country Winery and Market – 9197 WI-42, Fish Creek, WI 54212
    • The closest orchard to Julie’s, Lautenbach’s has been growing, harvesting & producing award-winning fruit products since 1955. You can click here to visit their website or call 920-868-3479 to plan your visit!
      • Fun fact: We serve their cherry juice in our cafe, including in our Cherry Mimosas!
  • Hyline Orchard Farm Market, Inc. – 8240 WI-42, Fish Creek, WI 54212
    • Established in 1958 and also located in Fish Creek, all of the canned products at Hyline Orchard are handcrafted on-site. You can click here to visit their website or call 920-868-3067 to plan your visit!
  • Seaquist Orchards Farm Market -11482 WI-42, Sister Bay, WI 54234
    • Farther north but well-worth the drive, this multi-generation family business has roots that stem from back in the early 1900’s. You can click here to visit their website or call 800-732-8850 to plan your visit!
• What are some other cherry-themed activities to take advantage of?
  • Eating! From cherry pies to homemade jams & jellies, cherry-infused products are at markets & restaurants all over the county.
  • Wine tasting! There’s a whole slew of wines up here made from Door County cherries, as well as many great wineries to visit. For a full list of Door County wineries, click here!
  • Last but not least, Door County’s annual Cherry Fest held in Jacksonport celebrates all things cherry, including arts & crafts, car shows and live music! Click here to learn more.

Like we said before, please consider us as your homebase for all of your cherry-themed fun! Located in the heart of Door County, Julie’s is only a short driving distance from our favorite cherry orchards, as well as many other popular Door County spots. Come celebrate the season!

See you soon!

Love,

Julie’s