About Ed Dunneback & Girls Farm
Edwin Dunneback bought this farm in Alpine Township, northwest of Grand Rapids, in 1925, raising apples, peaches, corn, hay and dairy cows on 170 acres. The name has a story: after Michael Dunneback was killed in Vietnam in 1969, his sister Pamela repainted the barn sign from "& Sons" to "& Girls." Suanne Dunneback has run the farm for about 40 years, now with her daughters Stephanie and Sarah.
U-pick runs from spring into fall: asparagus, strawberries, sweet and tart cherries, then apples such as Honeycrisp, Gala, Empire, Fuji and Jonagold, and finally pumpkins. Availability changes daily and prices change with each season, so call or check the farm's social pages before you go. On fall Fridays through Sundays an entry fee covers the farm, live music, playground, animals, the Dunneback Forty, U-pick access, the corn maze and special events.
The white barn holds a produce market, gift shop, bakery, kitchen and tap room, open Tuesday through Sunday, with happy hours, Wednesday trivia and live music Friday through Sunday. Fall brings a craft show, Oktoberfest, a Dogs & Donuts day and pumpkin events; spring has an Easter brunch and egg hunts, and summer has a concert series. Dogs are allowed only in the beer garden in front of the barn, except at dog-focused events.
Great Lakes Lavender Farm near Rockford is about 35 minutes northeast; it isn't open for visits, but its greenhouse-grown lavender is sold online.
What to do
- Pick asparagus and strawberries in spring and early summer
- Pick sweet and tart cherries in summer
- Pick apples and pumpkins in fall
- Shop the barn market, bakery and gift shop
- Catch live music Friday through Sunday, or Wednesday trivia
- Walk the corn maze and Dunneback Forty on fall weekends
Season, hours and prices
- Hours
- Posted 2026: Tue and Thu 9–8, Wed and Fri 9–9, Sat 9–5, Sun 11–5; hours vary by season
- Admission
- Entry fee on fall Fridays–Sundays, covering activities and U-pick access (price on their website)
Good to know
- Dogs
- Leashed, beer garden only (service animals welcome)
- Accessibility
- Accessible parking and drop-off in the top lot by the market
- Payment
- Cash and card in the barns; card only at field checkouts
Tips for your visit
- Park in the field lot west of the white barns; the top lot is for accessible parking and drop-off.
- Outside food and drinks aren't allowed.
- U-pick availability changes daily; call (616) 784-0058 before driving out.
- Most activities are outdoors, so call ahead if the weather looks doubtful.
Pair it with a lavender farm
Great Lakes Lavender Farm · about 35 minutes away
Great Lakes Lavender Farm near Rockford is about 35 minutes northeast; it isn't open for visits, but its lavender is sold through its website.
Getting there
Questions
Why is it called Dunneback & Girls?
After Michael Dunneback died in Vietnam in 1969, his sister changed the barn sign from "& Sons" to "& Girls."
Can I bring my dog?
Leashed dogs are allowed only in the beer garden in front of the barn, except during dog-themed events. Service dogs are always welcome.
Is there an admission fee?
On fall Fridays through Sundays, yes; it covers the activities, music and U-pick access.
🗺️ Part of the guide Things to Do Near the Lavender Farms of Rockford, Lowell & Grand Rapids, Michigan
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