Carefree Travel Guide 2026

Featured Destinations Bowerman’s Farm & Market

#WestMichigan | 2026 Carefree Travel Guide These experiences not only support local economies but also celebrate the region’s rural heritage. From spring blossoms to fall harvests, agriculture continues to be one of West Michigan’s most vibrant and essential industries. Beyond orchards and vineyards, the region’s farms also produce vegetables, corn, soybeans, dairy, and floriculture products, contributing to Michigan’s reputation as one of the most agriculturally diverse states in the country. Family-owned farms remain a defining part of the region, with generations working the same land while continuing to innovate through sustainable practices and agritourism. Agriculture in West Michigan also plays a major role in tourism. Seasonal U-pick farms, farmers markets, cider mills, wineries, and harvest festivals invite visitors to connect directly with the people and places that grow their food. Farmer White’s At Farmer White’s you will find a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, along with a selection of homemade pies, jams & jellies, pickled products, and more. Open seasonally. Williamsburg FarmerWhites.com 231.632.1500 MOO-ville Homemade products such as ice cream & a2a2 milk. Go on a self-guided farm tour of our 200 head dairy farm. We have a FREE petting farm & playground. We deliver to 200+ locations. Nashville MOO-ville.com 517.852.9003 Post Family Farm “An 80-Acre Reminder of Life’s Simple Pleasures” Visit seasonally for our world-famous homemade donuts, u-pick pumpkins, weddings, school tours, bonfires, fall festivals, and more. Hudsonville PostFamilyFarm.com 616.669.1964 Calhoun County Fairgrounds County Fair, Cruise event, camping, indoor storage, Cruise at the Fountain, buildings/grounds rentals, Merry Mile Drive-Thru Light Show Event 720 Fair Street, Marshall, MI 49068 CalhounCountyFairgrounds.com 269.781.8161 Schultz Fruitridge Farms Third-generation family-owned and operated since 1951. Growers of apples, grapes, peaches, blueberries, pumpkins, squash, sweet corn. Offering U-pick peaches, tart cherries, blueberries, grapes, and apples in season. Donuts September-October. Mattawan SchultzFruitridgeFarms.com 269.668.3724

Critter Barn Critter Barn is a hands-on educational farm in Zeeland, Michigan, connecting people with agriculture through interactive experiences, animal care, and programs that inspire learning, responsibility, and an appreciation for farming. Zeeland CritterBarn.org 616.748.1110 Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo A full day of fun with activities for the entire family! Petting zoo, 50-plus activities, and fall festivities. Shop our market for home-grown produce and delicious baked goods. Open Mid-May through October 31st. New Era LewisAdventureFarm.com 231.861.5730 Nelson’s Farm Market Browse orchards filled with apples, cherries, peaches, and more, plus garden-fresh vegetables, seasonal local produce, Made-in-Michigan goods, honey, maple syrup, frozen fruits, tart cherry favorites, and new locally crafted candles. Grant NelsonsFarmMarket.com 231.834.8441 Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery Apples, peaches, cherries, nectarines, hayrides, corn maze, wine tasting room, cider mill, bakery, lunches, donuts, gift shop, and Michigan and ladies apparel. Grand Rapids Robinettes.com 616.361.5567 Our farm market is located on our blueberry farm. During harvest season, you may u-pick blueberries or purchase already-picked blueberries. Don’t forget to try Bowerman’s famous blueberry donuts! 15793 James Street, Holland, MI 49424 RealBlueberries.com 616.738.3099

Agriculture is at the heart of West Michigan’s identity, shaping both its landscape and its local culture. Thanks to fertile soils, rolling farmland, and the moderating effects of Lake Michigan, the region is one of the most productive agricultural areas in the state.

West Michigan is especially known for its fruit production, with apples, blueberries, cherries, peaches, and grapes thriving in communities from the Fruit Ridge near Grand Rapids to the lakeshore towns of Fennville, South Haven, and Hart.

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