History

Wolcott Orchards and Cider Mill is a real institution in Genesee County and the Flint area. The orchard was originally planted over 100 years ago by the Wolcott family. Those trees have been replaced since then and many are now 40 or 50 years old.

Two generations of the Wolcott family owned the orchard, and many of the third and fourth generations worked on the farm and in the market.

In 1982 the business was sold to Jim & Judie Martin. They expanded the buildings and the business over the next 22 years to include a bakery, farm market products, festivals and private parties. Their family has been involved in various ways and even has the third generation helping out.

In 2004, the business was sold again to Bob and Cindy Hallifax. They have retained Jim Martin as the manager of the business, and this collaboration has resulted in a new barn built for farm entertainment, and extensive remodeling inside the market.

Products

There are over 20 varieties of apples sold at the market each Fall. The cider made in the mill is unpasturized and full bodied. The bakery has fresh cinnamon donuts daily as well as a large variety of pies, cookies, sweet rolls and many other goodies. The shelves in the market are full of jams, jellies, popcorn, caramel apples, Watkins products, bulk spices, and all the wonderful seasonal things that mean Fall in Michigan.

Why Visit Us?

One of the specialties of Wolcott Orchards is the friendly service and happy atmosphere. This is a great family place to visit! We are ALWAYS EXCELLENT!