There was just a few orchards mentioned in the Trib the other day and I just happened to clip it for myself! In Woodstock; Homestead Orchards 11802 Charles Rd, HomesteadOrchard.net. $1.25 per pound. Langs Orchard 17411 Secor Rd, LangsOrchard.com the trib said their "must try apple" is the Winesap. Most varieties are only $1 per pound.
In Malta there is Jonamac Orchard 19412 Shabbona Rd. JonamacOrchard.com They have more than 20 varieties and also have a corn maze, barnyard activity area and country store. Their "must try apple" is the Tsugara (pronounced sue-ga-roo). $8 per 5 pound bag, $13.50 for 10 pounds, $25 for 20 pounds.
In Homerglen there is Garden Patch Orchard 14154 W 159th St. GardenPatchOrchard.com They have 60 varieties of apples along with other fruits and veggies and a bunny barn. Kids can also feed the chickens. "must try apple" is Campbells red delicious. Most apples are $1.50 per pound and there is a $3 admission fee per person.
In Joliet there is Apples on Oak 16146 Oak Ave Peceniak.Tripod.com "must try apple" Ashmeads Colonel. $1 per pound.
Hope this helps!! Enjoy your apple picking!