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12 Petting Zoos In Northeast Ohio: Best Fun on the Farm Experience

Last Updated: 5/29/2024

Looking for a place where your kids can pet animals? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve got a great list of farms and petting zoos in Northeast Ohio. Get up close with farm animals, meet the farmers, and learn about the farm. Some locations even offer educational tours. Some of these animal farms you may have heard of, and some may surprise you!

As usual, contact information is provided. Please call to confirm hours and pricing, or check the websites listed before planning your trip.

Majestic Meadows Alpacas & Boutique

Fun for all ages! Come pet, feed and interact with all the animals on the farm!

Majestic Meadows Alpacas is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors .

The 20-acre property includes open pastures for you to roam in which gives you a truly unique interactive experience that gets you up close and personal with all the animals on the farm as you walk through the fields.

The farm is home to over 75 alpacas, llamas, miniature highland cows, miniature donkeys and horses, sheep, goats, kangaroos, wallabies, miniature potbellied pigs, camels, turkeys, tortoises, capybaras, and NEW IN 2024 – prehensile tailed porcupines and Asian small clawed otters!

Open daily. Make reservations to experience the farm today!

Hershberger’s Farm & Bakery

Located in Ohio’s Amish Country, Hershberger’s Farm features an Amish bakery, store, produce market, food trailer, and a farm animal petting area. Visitors have the chance to interact with a huge variety of farm animals, including chickens, ducks, rabbits, goats, sheep, horses, cows, and more. Animal food can be purchased for an opportunity to hand-feed many of the animals. Small admission fee. 

Hershberger’s Farm Petting Zoo 5452 State Route 557, Millersburg, OH 44654 Website

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Lake Metroparks Farmpark

Open in 1990, Farm Park is a working farm located in Kirtland, OH, that features dairy cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, rabbits, horses, alpacas, and goats, a plant science center, farm machinery exhibits, a playground, and more. Horse or tractor-drawn wagons provide visitors with rides to all destinations throughout the park. Handicap-accessible wagons are available. In addition to the fun everyday activities, they host several special events throughout the year.

Lake Metroparks Farmpark 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094 Website

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Majestic Meadows Alpacas

Majestic Meadows Alpacas sits on a 20-acre Medina property that includes open pastures. The farm currently has more than 70 alpacas as well as miniature horses, miniature Mediterranean donkeys, Nigerian dwarf goats, Navajo angora goats, miniature Babydoll sheep, miniature Shetland sheep, miniature Scottish Highland cows, red kangaroos, llamas, miniature potbellied pigs, Gus (a Dromedary Camel), and Sheldon (a Sulcata tortoise). Visit the family-owned boutique, offering clothing items for men, women, children, and babies, and one-of-a-kind gifts. While on the farm, families are encouraged to visit and pet the miniature donkeys and alpacas.

Majestic Meadows Alpacas 4195 Abbeyville Rd., Medina, OH 44256 Website

Mill Creek Metroparks Farm

This 402-acre working farm promotes agriculture through educational programming, tours, and display areas. Visitors can enjoy the Archery Range, Natural Playground, Agventure Barn (open seasonally), Demonstration Rain Garden, ponds, a sunflower field, and access to the MetroParks Bikeway and Mindy Henning Memorial Trail. 

Mill Creek Metroparks Farm 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH 44406 Website

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Hale Farm & Village

Open seasonally, this living history museum, operated by the Western Reserve Historical Society and located within the boundaries of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, features 32 historic structures, craft and trade demonstrations, farm animals, and gardens. Costumed interpreters will provide a look into daily life on the farm. Special timed talks and demonstrations are offered throughout the week to add meaningful interpretation of sites and highlight some special history. Admission for children ages 2 and under is FREE.

Hale Farm & Village 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44210 (for GPS use Peninsula, OH 44264) Website

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Feels Like Home Farm

While this family farm is a private residence and not open to the public for regular business hours, you can visit the farm during a scheduled event or make a private appointment. Snuggle sessions with the goats and other classes are offered.

Feels Like Home Farm 10875 Sperry Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094 Website

Party at the Barn

Reserve your spot for a visit to the petting zoo (or for a birthday party or event) at this family-owned farm. Feed the goats and hug the chickens, meet the farm’s mini piggy, snuggle baby bunnies and chicks, play with a kitten, and go on a pony ride! Enjoy a day on the farm in Aurora at Party at the Barn! Open seasonally. Offering several Birthday Party Packages. 

Party at the Barn 945 Bartlett Rd., Aurora, OH 44202 Website

Stearns Homestead Farm

Spend your Saturday at Stearns Homestead, the last working, educational farm in Parma, OH. Open seasonally from mid-May through mid-October, this 48-acre farm has lots of animals to see as well as a Country Store, two museum houses (The Stearns House, built in the 1850s, and the Gibbs House, constructed in 1940 are furnished with original antiques), and a Yankee barn loaded with antiques and historic items. This farm is a family-friendly place for kids of all ages. Special events are offered in season. Admission is FREE. 

Stearns Homestead Farm 6975 Ridge Rd., Parma, OH 44129 Website

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The Farm at Walnut Creek

This is a working farm; the type of activities visitors may witness during a visit change with the seasons. Visitors have the opportunity to view and hand-feed the animals from a conventional car or a horse-drawn carriage. You can also get close to some of the animals in the petting area. Plus, tour the non-electric farmhouses, purchase produce at the farm stand, and take pictures. Admission for little ones, ages 2 and younger, is FREE. Open seasonally. 

The Farm at Walnut Creek 4147 County Route 114, Sugarcreek, OH 44681 Website

The Ohio Bird Sanctuary

The Ohio Bird Sanctuary isn’t a typical petting zoo, but visitors will enjoy an up-close look at unique birds. Explore the outdoor viewing areas with eagles, hawks, owls, songbirds, and more. Hike the footpaths and boardwalks lacing the woods and marshes along the headwaters of the Clear Fork River, and make sure to get your small cup of mealworms and hand-feed the aviary residents along the way! Open year-round. The majority of the Sanctuary’s displays are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. Admission for children ages 2 and under is FREE, and there is no charge to enjoy the visitors center, trails, picnic areas, or children’s Naturescape play area.

The Ohio Bird Sanctuary 3774 Orweiler Rd., Mansfield, OH 44903 Website

The Spicy Lamb Farm

The Spicy Lamb Farm is a small family farm that raises seed stock production Dorset sheep, free-range Rouen duck, bees, organic varieties of apples, pears, and plums, spicy herbs and vegetables, and flowers. The farm is open to visitors only for special events, classes, and tours. Enjoy their gourmet lamb, duck, wool, and other products, which are sold off the farm by appointment.

The Spicy Lamb Farm 6560 Akron-Peninsula Rd., Peninsula, OH 44264 Website

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Yoder’s Amish Home

Constructed in 1885, Yoder’s Amish Home is open seasonally. Take a tour and/or buggy ride through the property, including a 119-year-old bank barn. (A complete tour of Yoder’s Amish Home takes approximately 1.5 hours.) Visitors are encouraged to pet most of the animals on the farm! Purchase cookies and other canned and baked goods in the bakery. 

Yoder’s Amish Home 6050 State Route 515, Millersburg, OH 44654 Website

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Triskelee Farm

What's new.

June Grads & Dads Market

Shop from local makers, we'll have farm-to-table food, drinks, kid's craft, & a bounce house. Grab a farm tour ticket and pet cute animals.

June 15th, 10 am-3 pm

Tours are June 15th-16th 

On weekends we'll have farm tours at 10 am or 1 pm. Come get up close and personal with our farm animals on a guided educational tour.  Upgrade to a tipsy tour and bring along a local beer or wine. 

Overnight Life Skills Camp

Parent & Child Overnight Camp. Come learn together!

Aug 24th-25th Ages 5+

Adult Summer Camp

Don't let kids have all the fun this summer! Join us for yoga, farm to table food, crafts and more!

Open For Private Tours

Purchase a private tour to interact with the animals. Message us to add on lunch for after your tour! 

Event Schedule

Grads & dads market.

Triskelee Farm is a small family working farm in West Linn, Oregon. We offer educational farm tours, parties, preschool, camps and more! We grow leafy greens in our organic aquaponic greenhouse, and raise animals for eggs, milk, fiber, and meat. We have alpacas, goats, ostriches, sheep, rabbits, peacocks, and more! 

  The name Triskelee is derived from the ancient Celtic symbol Triskele meaning things of three. For our family, it represents the three generations of our family that came together in 2018.  

We are now a gathering place for our community.  Offering a place to connect, learn, grow, and share.

 Our goal is to share healthy and sustainable food while educating all ages on how food gets to the table. Food doesn't come from the store, it comes from a farmer!  

Through learning the unique skills of carding alpaca fiber, milking goats, making cheeses, creams, and soaps , and bringing new life to the farm we have embraced the joys, challenges, and laughter of building our life and farm together.  Come visit our animals and let us share what we have learned so far!  We are conveniently located 30 minutes outside of Portland.

29700 SW Mountain rd West Linn OR 97068

No Dogs Allowed

Please leave your dogs at home. We are a working farm with lots of free-range birds and the tour takes you in with a lot of animals who do not like dogs! No dogs including service dogs are allowed in or near the animals. Thank you! 

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29700 Southwest Mountain Road, West Linn, Oregon 97068, United States

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CHOOSE YOUR EDVENTURE!

Guided safari tours – $25, vip tours (adults only)- $200, vip tours (kids & adults) – $200, walk through guided safari tours, reserve now – space will be limited.

(561) 350-6948

Tours fill up quickly! We highly recommend booking a few days in advance. We can’t wait to see you here!

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Walking guided safari tours.

Enjoy a 1 hour guided walking tour of our private farm on Thursdays through Sundays! You will meet, learn about and take pictures with our amazing animals! 

Tours include   Sloth & Kangaroo Encounters ! Dont Miss Out! Included feed for Llamas, Alpacas, Goats, Sheep, Donkeys, Cows!  All Encounters Include Petting & Pics

EXTRAS! ANIMAL HOLDINGS*   

• Sloth Holding $75 (Includes Encounter) • Kangaroo Kuddles $15 *Please add holdings when booking your reservation. Space is limited.  

Located in Boynton Beach, Florida at our PRIVATE property. To book our Behind The Scenes VIP TOUR $200 per person or for more info text 561-350-6948

$25 Per Person Under 2, Free

Tours are by reservation only and may be booked Thursdays, Fridays,   Saturdays, and Sundays (and some school closure days)

BOOK NOW on this link!  

Capybara Farm Animals & More!

TOURS ARE BY RESERVATION ONLY DO NOT show up without a reservation.

Location For Guided Safari Tours 8545 US HWY 441 Boynton Beach

This Event is being Held At Our Private Property in Boynton. Not at OUR Animal Park At Bedners. Our Animal Park / Petting Zoo at Bedners Is open every Sat & Sun all yr long

No Refunds- Credit to Visit again or rain checks due to poor weather

Cancelation Policy – Reschedule up to 24 hours before time. If emergency we work with you as long as you communicate with us.  

IF NO SHOW & NO TEXT NO RESCHEDULE OR CREDIT

ANIMALS you will meet

Kangaroos camel zebra otters horses tortoise lemur deer racoon porcupine fox capybara farm animals & more.

Absolutely INCREDIBLE Tour!! So thankful to the entire family for everything they do for their animals and sharing such a wonderful experience with us! Tour was fun, interactive and educational. Thank you to the entire family for doing this.

– Samantha –

Great tour! The team was very knowledgeable about the animals. The animals looked like they were a part of the family. The animal responded really well to all who handled them. The family's love for animals truly shows. Thanks for opening your farm to us!

– Robin –

Fantastic drive through tour. Great way to improvise and maintain social distancing. Thank you for putting a smile on my son’s face during these times of uncertainty. Highly recommended this place.

– Ingrid –

I had a great experience here!! Very accommodating and very educational. Detailed information of each animal on display. They take all precautions to keep you safe during this time, by staying in your car and driving through.

– Susan –

Get In Touch

If you have any questions please text us at (561) 350-6948

*Data and messaging rates may apply.

Animal EDventure Park and Safari has 2 locations in Boynton Beach, Florida. We are a small family run business that rescues and adopts the majority of our animals. Learn More

Do you want EXCLUSIVE ACCESS to our animal encounters like Otter swims, Sloth holdings, or Lemur holdings? The only way to get invited to these awesome encounters is by joining our VIP Club!

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Welcome To Redmond Petting Farm

Our mission is to provide fun and educational experiences while providing the best and loving care for our animals. please remember that for the safety of our animals and attention to our guests, tours are strictly by appointment only..

Knowledgeable Staff

Our staff are friendly, knowledgable, and personally care for each of our animals every day.

Convenient Location

Our farm covers a little over 9 acres, and provides a park like setting for animals to live naturally.

Personable Animals

Each of our critters has their own unique personality, story, and loving nature.

What We Offer

Our place or yours, we would love to share our animals with you.

All tours are private, and led by a farm staff member. Tours are by appointment only and can be easily setup online.

Off Site Events

From 2 to 20,000, we can handle it all! Off site events can be arranged for small parties, educational visits, as well as major corporate events.

Wild Mustangs

We have a few wild mustangs at our farm that were once roaming the high desert and mountains of the west.  Come meet these amazing horses in person.

Camel Encounters

Learn about dromedary camels and meet our very own 7 1/2 foot tall gentle giant. Rides are also available for interested groups.

Experienced Trainers

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My whole family had a wonderful time. The person who showed us around was awesome and animals were soo cute , we will be back soon :)

This was a wonderful tour with well loved and super cute animals! There were goats, horses, a mini donkey, a pig, chickens, a hedgehog, a bunny, a chinchilla.....We did this for a birthday party event with grandma and us and kids and we all loved it. I would definately do this again.

Redmond Petting Farm was amazing. It is a real working farm. The animals are free to live in a natural environment while the visitors walk around to to pet and learn about their them. It was an enjoyable and educational experience. I would not hesitate to go back again!

Meet Our Critters

Here are some of our partners located here at our farm. Stop by to see and meet our wonderful friends.

American Quarter Horse

Babydoll Southdown Sheep

Echo and Dasher

Miniature donkies.

Dromedary Camel

Short Legged Dexter Cow

American Mustang

Fainting Goat

Pot Bellied Pig

African Pygmy Hedgehog

Various Heritage Chicken Breeds

Thelma and Louise

Black swedish ducks, pricing options.

All of our tours and events are by Appointment only. If you are interested in having us come to you please use the contact form below.

Private Tours

• Tour Duration : 55 minutes
• Group Size : 2-8 people
• BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Group Events

• Group Size : 9 or more people (group will be split up)

Camel Encounter

• Tour Duration : 30 minutes
• Group Size : 2-4 people

Every training class we recorded for the future as a vedio lesson so that all of our students can practice after leaving our institution and become a great equestrianer

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Gator Ranch Tours

Come see Insta-Gator Ranch where you’ll get to tour our alligator ranch to feed ’em, catch ’em, and, seasonally, hatch ’em!

• Individual Tours

Groups of less than 24 people.

• Guided Tours
• Alligator Hatching
• Group Tours

Groups of more than 24 people.

• School Field Trips
• Birthday Parties
• Corporate Groups

Gators-to-Geaux

Make your event one to remember with our exciting Gators‑to‑Geaux event options where we bring the party animals to you!

Give your guests a fun way to learn all about an alligators anatomy hands-on!

• Gator Greeter

There’s no better way to get attention or greet your guests than with a live alligator!

• Edu-Gator Show

Meet 2+ live alligators while learning about the behind-the-scenes of Insta-Gator Ranch.

• Alligator Catch Pools

Everyone gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Catch a swimming alligator with your hands!

Parties & Events

Chomping for some fun with our gators? Share this one-in-a-lifetime experience with everyone at your next event for a memorable day!

• School Events
• Corporate Events
• Youth Groups
• Church Events
• Video Production

• About Insta-Gator

Since 1989 John and his family have operated Insta-Gator Ranch  with a mission of teaching the history and conservation of alligators.

Insta-Gator Shop

If you’re looking for a way to support this amazing conservation program, check out our shop for everything from t-shirts to luxury alligator leather!

• Luxury Alligator Products

Insta-Gator offers sustainable American Alligator leather products. From wallets to belts, we produce only high-quality leather products that will last for years. 

• SHOP WALLETS & PURSES
• SHOP ALLIGATOR BELTS
• Insta-Gator T-Shirts

Made with 100% pre-shrunk cotton with the Insta-Gator Logo on the front and back. Perfect to commemorate your trip or contribute to our program.

• SHOP SHIRTS
• SHOP OTHER ALLIGATOR GIFTS

Feed 'Em, Catch 'Em, Hatch 'Em!

Louisiana's #1 interactive alligator tour.

Locally Owned Family Operated

Saving louisiana's alligators, one-of-a-kind hands-on education.

Take a tour of the Insta-Gator Ranch where you’ll learn all about American Alligators, stroll through our temperature-controlled barns, feed hundreds of alligators ranging from 2 to 8 feet, and even have the option to catch our yearlings! 

We’ll bring the fun of Insta-Gator Ranch to you! With Gators-to-Geaux, you can get up close and personal with our alligators, take photos with ’em, learn all about ’em, and even catch ’em!

Get to Know Louisiana's Most Ancient Residents

Insta-Gator Ranch is the most informative and interactive alligator tour from Baton Rouge to Biloxi. You’ll see hundreds of alligators ranging from babies to 8 footers, learn about the history and anatomy of the American alligator, and see how Insta-Gator Ranch’s conservation efforts protect these beautiful creatures and preserve their environment.  During your tour, you will be able to pet and feed alligators, and, from August to September, you can even hatch a baby alligator in your hands!

Our Guests Have A Snappin' Good Time

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gators-to-Geaux is a program where we bring the alligators and fun of Insta-Gator Ranch to you. We offer customizable packages to fit your event type perfectly. Gators-to-Geaux is enjoyable for any event. 

Alligator hatching normally begins August 8th and ends around September 6th. The experience starts with a 5-10 minute explanation of how to assist your Baby Alligator out of his or her egg. Then, you’ll be shown the hatchery where you’ll help your baby out into the world. Once you have hatched your alligator, you may play with your baby as long as you like and take your baby for their 1st swim in a table top pool. Check out our Alligator Hatching page to learn more.

Our alligators would never miss a birthday party! With Insta-Gator, you can host your birthday party at the ranch or bring the snappin’ good time to you with our Gators-to-Geaux program! To learn more, check out our Birthday Parties page.

Ready for a one-of-a-kind experience? Insta-Gator Ranch tours will teach you all about the history of the American Alligator, the Alligator Protection Program, and how Insta-Gator Ranch helps alligators in the wild. Our general admission tours for groups of less than 25 are priced as follows:

12 Years & Under: 15$ 13 Years & Up: 21$ 65 & Up: 19$

We also offer a military discount. Check out our Gator Ranch Tours page for more information.

 In the late 1950s, the wild alligator population dropped to unacceptably low numbers of about 150,000. So the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries created the Louisiana Alligator Protection Program.

This program allows Ranchers to harvest eggs out of the marsh, with the understanding that 17% of those hatched must be returned to the marsh once they reach an average size. The program’s continued success has so dramatically increased the population that, through the years, the alligator return rate has been reduced substantially. Learn more about the Alligator Protection Program here.

Each tour runs around 45 minutes and has a maximum of 70 people per tour. Group numbers over 70 will be split into separate tours. The number of tours in your group will increase time required by 45 minutes per additional tour.

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Farm Life

Farming creates a good life, and so we welcome our guests with open arms..

We share with you and your loved ones the joys and challenges of life on the farm. Some might say it’s a simple life but we can assure you not a dull day goes by.

Farm life is full of life. Among other friendly farm animals, we milk 115 mature cows on our farm plus the youngstock. They’re known as Robeth Holsteins and they’re our award-winning herd, making us very proud owners. Our barn doors are always open to guests so please, come on in and explore. Adults and kids alike can milk the cows, bottle-feed newborn calves and cuddle with kittens.

Farm life revolves around food. Every day begins and ends with farm-fresh food – a bountiful country breakfast and a wholesome, homemade sit-down meal – both hard earned and well deserved.

Farm Fun

On our farm, fun is always in abundance and every day is a new adventure . no matter the season, there’s plenty to do and see., come experience it for yourself book a stay with us at the inn or book a farm tour with us for a day visit..

• Try your hand at milking cows.
• Bottle-feed baby calves.
• Get your feet (and hair) wet with a swim.
• Switch gears and go mountain biking.
• Fly fish and reel in a trout or salmon.
• Hike our winding, endless trails.
• Grab one of our baskets and go berry picking.
• Wander around the Wildflower fields.
• Strap on some snowshoes and walk on white.
• Go on a cross-country skiing excursion.
• Cuddle with our cute country kittens.
• Feed our hungry herd, the Holsteins.
• Pick fresh vegetables (and eat ’em).
• Gaze at the stars.

Book a Farm Tour

Plan a day visit and book a tour of the farm..

Our tours are scheduled to coincide with daily chores to allow guests the opportunity to experience daily farm life. Guests will be able to watch the cow milking process and even try their hand at milking! Asia’s tour starts at 9 am and goes for 2 hours. We simply love to share our love of farming and our animals with others and hope you’ll join us. Please book her tour directly online through Airbnb Experience. All proceeds from our Farm Tours go directly to our nonprofit organization, Liberty Hill Center for Agricultural Education.

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Words we live by, as farmers ..

These beliefs guide us day in and day out, from sunup to sundown. If you have a moment, please read. Who knows? Maybe they’ll inspire you to go out and live off the land like we do.

I believe a man’s greatest possession is his dignity, and that no calling bestows this more abundantly than farming.

I believe hard work and honest sweat are the building blocks of a person’s character.

I believe that farming, despite its hardships and disappointments, is the most honest and honorable way a man can spend his days on this earth.

I believe farming nurtures the close family ties that make life rich in ways money can’t buy.

I believe my children are learning values that will last a lifetime and can be learned in no other way.

I believe farming provides education for life and that no other occupation teaches so much about birth, growth, and maturity, in such a variety of ways.

I believe many of the best things in life are indeed free: the splendor of a sunrise, the rapture of wide-open spaces, the exhilarating sight of your land greening each spring.

I believe true happiness comes from watching your crops ripen in the field, your children grow tall in the sun, your whole family feel the pride that springs from their shared experience.

I believe that by my toil, I am giving more to the world than I am taking from it, an honor that does not come to all men.

I believe my life will be measured ultimately by what I have done for my fellowman, and by this standard I fear no judgment.

I believe when a man grows old and sums up his days, he should be able to stand tall and feel pride in the life he’s lived.

I believe in farming because it makes all this possible.

Cabot Creamery Co-op

Liberty Hill Farm is one of the voices representing the family farm owners of Cabot Creamery Co-operative. We take great pride in spreading the word about the great Cabot products to whoever will listen. Fortunately for us, the products speak for themselves. Cabot Cheddar Cheese has won every major award for taste and our Cabot Butter is a blue ribbon winner too.

Liberty Hill and Cabot Highlights Liberty Hill Farm participates in Cabot’s Open Farm Events held over the years and our story is available on Cabot’s website, among the online virtual farm tours . Beth and our cow, Larue, were featured in a Cabot Creamery Co-operative commercial that aired on TV.  View the Hug a Farmer video here. In December 2013 Beth went with other Cabot Farmers on the Cabot Creamery Co-operative Gratitude tour in New York City to tout the Cabot goods—singing their praises from the rooftops!

The One & Only Robeth Holstein Herd  Robeth —a combination of our first two names—is the coined prefix for our registered herd. Robeth Holsteins are known for their excellent genetics and have been honored with the Progressive Breeder Registry Award from the Holstein Association for the past 30 years. While the numbers vary, we generally have 320 head of animals all together: cows, calves and heifers, with 120 of those being the milking cows.

Good Cow Genes When we bought the farm from John Hunt, a premier dairy breeder in the 1920s and ’30s, he had a cow named Pearl—a direct descendent of the famous Maryland dairy herd named Dunloggin. Most of our current herd descends from Pearl. Our cows’ lineage has been traced back to the 1880s when they were imported from Holstein Friesland, an area between Germany and the Netherlands.

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• Treasure Hunt
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• 1798 John Doorly House
• Emigration Cottage
• Prehistoric Settlements
• Fairy Village & Lone Bush
• Early Christian Exhibition

• Lullymore Peatlands
• Peatland Biodiversity Trail
• Peatlands Exhibition
• Portal – Peatlands Flora & Fauna

• Pre-School Tours
• Primary School Tours
• Secondary School Tours
• SFI Curious Minds Tour
• Ecology Field Trips

• International Tour Group
• Environmental Tours
• Corporate Groups
• Language Schools

• Easter at Lullymore
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• Portal – Peatlands Flora & Fauna
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Lullymore Pet Farm

The Lullymore pet farm is getting bigger and bigger with new additions being added year after year. Meet Dolly the Sheep and Dali the Alpaca (not Dali Llama), Heather the Kerry Bog Pony, Peaches and Silver the Fallabella Horses and many more furry friends! Visit the rabbits, chickens, Pygmy goats and Pot-bellied pigs in their lovely Lullymore homes and see the animals grazing and relaxing in the fields ……why not call them over to give them a friendly rub!

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What an amazing place from start to finished the mood was set from the second we rolled up to the gate got a real genuine welcome the place it's self is so clean and every one YES EVERY ONE seems so nice lots of things to do and the kids(2,6 and 9) LOVED the play areas actually hand on heart my kids loved every thing in the place, don't mean to sound like a hippy but honest was just a grate vibe In the place and we all felt it this was 10/10 for us can't wait to go again.

What a fantastic show Lullymore put on every year. Really enjoyed it as did my 11 and 14 year old. Cafe is lovely and the outside seating area comes with 2 inquisitive geese! The best thing about Lullymore more is the staff.

Great place, hidden gem, worth the travel, value for money, well kept.

Lullymore Heritage and Discovery Park in Ireland is simply a treasure chest of Irish history and culture. Set amidst a tranquil peatland, the park beautifully combines education and entertainment. The exhibits are meticulously curated to throw light on Ireland's rich heritage. Kid-friendly activities like the Fairy Bower and the small pet farm engage younger visitors, while the enchanting nature walks and café serve as perfect relaxation stations for all age groups. The friendly staff are always cheerful and ready to assist. Lullymore is indeed Ireland's own green jewel, offering an enriching and immersive experience.

This is a superb location with a wide range of fun and informative aspects - learn about bogs and peat, ancient Irish heritage, Irish Christian heritage, the 1798 Rebellion, the Famine and much, much more.

We were greeted by Ray for our short visit to this attraction. The site tells an important part of Irish history and includes practical demonstrations of peat cutting and the history of the industry.

Came here with my 5 year old for her friends birthday party. Couldn't fault the service, we told them the child's name upon entry and that was that. The staff were so friendly and good with the kids.

A huge thank you to the staff at Lullymore, and a special thank to Myra,Kevin and Marie.We had our school tour with you yesterday and you all looked after us so well. The children and a fantastic day.

Lullymore, Rathangan, Co. Kildare, R51 E036

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Visit Purina Farms to enjoy live canine performances, up-close encounters with farm animals, wagon rides, and more! You can also check out our event calendar to join us for a special event, plan a field trip for your students, or even throw your child’s or pup’s next birthday Paw-ty.  

Free-Family Fun: cow milking, Incredible Dog Shows, adoptable pets and more!

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Remember Me Furever Pet Memorial Fence

Pet owners may honor their pets who have passed by hanging their pet's ID tag on the Remember Me Furever Pet Memorial fence in exchange for a suggested donation to the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation (MVMF). If you would like to keep your pet's ID tag, you may also purchase a replica tag from the Visitor Center gift shop with a portion of the proceeds also benefiting MVMF.

Engraved Brick Pavers

Honor any titled dog by purchasing an engraved brick paver for the Walk of Champions OR honor any other pet, person, kennel, national or local breed club by purchasing an engraved brick paver for the Path of Honor. Both paths are located on entrances into the Purina Event Center. Purchases help support the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation.

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Crooked Creek Highlands is a family owned and operated, Scottish Highland farm in Wilkes County, the foothills of North Carolina. We operate on farmland that has been in our family for over 170 years and we have generations of experience in raising cattle. We are proud of our legacy and heritage in the community. We are proud to breed American Highland Cattle Association and non-registered Scottish Highlands and non-registered Nigerian Dwarf goats. Our farm also has resident British White Park cattle, ponies, and donkeys. We take great pride in raising quality cattle that their well-being is cared for daily on a hands-on way. We are continually looking to find fun, interactive and educational ways to share our beautiful cows with you! 

SPECIAL EVENTS

"MOO" CHENDISE

CATTLE SALES

Meet the coos.

APPLE HILL'S COTTON CANDY

(Woodwatch's Ian x Apple Hill's Daphne):     September 22, 2022. Cotton Candy is a white Scottish highland heifer. She has a sweet as "candy" personality.

(Trafalger Dominik x Selby's Freya)  September 16, 2022. Lydia is a red Scottish highland heifer. She loves snacks and modeling for photos!

(WLT Sergio x Stonejug Jasmine):   Born August 11, 2023. Spike is a silver dun. He loves giving kisses to guests. We are excited about  his future at Crooked Creek Highlands. 

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PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

We offer our services for professional photographers. Reach out for pricing and availability. 

Photo Credit: Ashley Blackburn Photography & GoldenRust Photography

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Family/Friend Farm Visits Scheduled Farm Visits

Schedule your family and friends for a farm visit..

• Farm visits are scheduled for 1.5 hours between 8:00 am and 5 pm. 

During your scheduled Farm Visit, you will be introduced to the llamas and be welcome to enjoy the llamas with lots of hands-on petting, leading, and going for trail hikes. 

Lots of hands-on llama fun

• A farmworker will give you a guided tour.
• You will likely have a chance to mingle with llama babies. 
• Take llamas on a trail walk.
• Brush and feed treats (provided) to the llamas.
• Visit our gift shop. 
• Please consider  setting up a  Farm Visit for you and your group.

Please Bring Your Own Food

• Bring snacks and beverages if you want/need to.
• We do not have food or drinks for sale at the farm.  

Cost & Details

• $16 per person age 1 and above.
• All farm visits take place, rain or shine!

Petting Farm & Wildlife PRESERVE

Petting farm tours.

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Come visit our petting farm.

Founded in 2021 with a mission to rescue over 100+ animals from an uncertain future, Romelia Farms is committed to ensuring that the animals who reside on our property have their quality of life and welfare placed above all else. In support of this mission, we offer unique interactions with our animals through a guided, education-focused petting farm tour that’s fun for the whole family!

Start the tour off with a good ole’ fashioned hayride to the petting farm, where you’ll get up close and personal with a variety of farm and exotic animals such as camels, cows, goats, donkeys, lemurs, sloths, parrots, alpacas, sheep, and more!

PRICING & TICKET OPTIONS

Ages 13+ ………. $20 Ages 3-12 …..….. $15 2 & Under …..…. FREE!

Ages 13+ ………. $89 Ages 3-12 ……… $79

REQUIREMENTS

In order for our guests to have the opportunity to be hands-on with our animals, we are required by the State of Florida to have a guide present at all times during our petting farm tours. All guests are expected to abide by any rules given by our tour guides. We reserve the right to end any petting farm tour early and/or to remove guest (s) from the property due to noncompliance or disruptive behavior.

All participants are required to sign and complete a waiver before entering the petting farm premises. Under no circumstances will any guests be allowed access to the petting farm without completing a waiver. We reserve the right to deny entry due to noncompliance with this requirement.

ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

Have you ever wanted to feed a sloth, if so, then romelia farms is the place for you.

In addition to our guided petting zoo tour, we also offer a unique Central & South America encounter for our guests, where you get the chance to hand feed our two-toed sloth!

$89 per participant (includes petting farm admission)  

• This one-of-a-kind experience is designed for our guests who are 5 years and older. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a paying adult over 18 years of age.
• We require a minimum of two (2) paying participants and can accommodate groups as large as four (4) participants.
• Encounters generally last 15-20 minutes.
• Close toed shoes are required by all guests to participate.
• Animal encounters are a private experience and will consist of the paying group only. Only paying participants will be allowed in the enclosure. Non-registered friends and family visiting the farm are welcome to watch and take pictures from outside of the exhibit.
• Please Note: At Romelia Farms Wildlife Preserve, we give our animals the choice to participate in these interactive experiences with our guests. All encounters are dependent upon the animal. Our animals must be respected, and as such we reserve the right to end the encounter at any time for disruptive behavior.
• Participants may have the opportunity to gently touch our sloth and/or anteater depending on the animal’s behavior. However, touching is not guaranteed! For the safety of our guests and animals, holding a sloth is not permitted.

Where to See Farm Animals around Portland

Most kids love animals of all kinds, and taking the kids to meet farm animals is an easy, fun and educational outing. We are lucky to have some great options near Portland where you can get up close and personal with animals. Read on for some of our favorites.

Triskelee Farm

Triskelee Farm is a PDX Parent favorite. Experience farm life by reserving a guided educational farm tour that takes you up close and personal with their lovely farm animals. Their working farm raises animals for eggs, milk, fiber, and meat. They have alpacas, goats, ostriches, peacocks, and more. You’ll even get a chance to feed some! You can read our review of our visit here . 

The Pumpkin Patch

Although it’s only a short drive away, you’ll feel like you’ve entered a farming oasis when you cross the bridge into Sauvie Island to check out The Pumpkin Patch . The Pumpkin Patch’s barn is stocked with kids’ favorite barnyard animals. You’ll see an alpaca, goats, chickens, bunnies — even peacocks! Above each animal’s stall, you’ll find a sign with interesting facts about them. You can also do some u-pick, from berries in the summer to pumpkins in the fall. Open daily June-October. The Animal Barn is free to visit.

Another great Sauvie Island option is Topaz Farm . There are animals like mini donkeys, a mini cow, mini goats, pigs, chickens, turkeys and ducks, plus they have a great farm store and grill. You may also book a birthday party with the animals, or visit on one of their family-friendly Americana Harvest Nights. Or plan your visit around u-pick season, and leave with regeneratively farmed produce and flowers. It’s free to visit the animals when they open for the season in June, but they also host special ticketed events in the spring if you just can’t wait.

Frog Pond Farm

With over five acres, Frog Pond Farm has plenty of space to visit with goats, llamas, donkeys, alpaca, camels, chickens and more. Their Farm Walk Abouts happen May-September, Pumpkin Patch from Mid September-October, and Holiday Experience and Tree Farm is from November-December. You can read a review of our trip here . In addition to their regular yard games, they also have a play structure with five slides and a mini climbing wall. Admission $12/person ages 2+. You may also buy cups of feed for an up close encounter with the animals.

Flower Farmer

Combine meeting farm animals with another kid fave — a train ride — at Flower Farmer in Canby. On the weekends, the miniature train will take you out to see the animals, including chickens, rabbits, a goat and an alpaca, and the driver will hop off to tell you more about them. The farm store and outdoor area has a fun, vintage feel, and the staff is friendly and welcoming.

Portland Goat Parties

If you want to get even closer and more personal with animals, book a time to visit the goats (often adorable baby goats) at Portland Goat Parties in the Scholls area of Beaverton. Rather than a walk-through visit, this is an hour-long slot to hang out with, pet and feed the goats.

The Belmont Goats

To visit and brush goats for free, check out The Belmont Goats ! During visiting hours at their lot in North Portland, you can get up close and personal with the goats, or you can drop by to see them through the fence at other times. Follow them on social media to get the latest updates. Donations appreciated when you visit.

Hood River’s Draper Girls Country Farm

You can also head east to Hood River’s Draper Girls Country Farm . In addition to lots of opportunities for fresh u-pick and they-pick fruits and veggies, they’ve got goats. You can purchase a small packet of goat food for a few dollars if you want to have the goats really eating out of your hands. Or you can just watch them climb and chew. Definitely bring a picnic for you and your crew. They’ve got lots of tables and chairs for you to sit at while you enjoy the unbeatable view of Mt. Hood. There’s also a large wooden swing, big enough for two or three kids to play on.

Mountain Peak Llamas and Alpacas

You can meet sweet Napoleon, Jean-Pierre, Andre, Diego and Rodrigo at events around town. Check the Mountain Peak Llamas and Alpacas website or Facebook page to see where you can say hello.

Old McDonald’s Farm

Old McDonald’s Farm , a nonprofit in Corbett, aims to educate youth about farm animals, agriculture, gardens and natural resources. Gather a few friends for the morning chores package, an intense educational program where kids can learn how to feed and care for all types of livestock. They also offer less intense options, Saturday programs and host special events throughout the year.

Zenger Farm

Located on an old dairy farm in the Lents neighborhood, Zenger Farm is now cow-less. It remains an animal haven though, with volunteers tending to chickens, worms and bees. Keep on top of their events on their website . They offer open farm days, farm camp, farm school and field trips.

Goldendale Reindeer

If you’re up for a drive, check out Goldendale Reindeer Farm in Washington. You may feed the reindeer and turkeys during their Reindeer Experience. Read our review here .

Rock Creek Farm

When Portland Community College is open to the public, community members can tour the Rock Creek Farm , with its goat, alpaca, cows, bunnies and chickens. There’s also a playground! Free, but contact PCC to make an appointment.

The Farm Place at Packer Orchards

The Farm Place at Packer Orchards is another fun spot for meeting farm animals. Check the website and Instagram account for the latest updates.

Alpacas of Oregon

Alpacas of Oregon is a family friendly farm in Sherwood. Enjoy hands-on experiences with their friendly herd. They’re open by appointment; schedule by calling 503-348-6958.

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Ultimate Dog Sledding Tour and Meeting with 120 Huskies

Languages available: French, English, Spanish, Russian (choice during the check-out)

Meet your guide in the morning and get onboard a minibus to go outside of Russian capital to turn your day into a snowy marvel. Your destination point is one of the biggest dog kennels in Russia, located in a picturesque area on the shore of Moscow River. 

Once you are there, the fairytale starts with a warm welcome of Natalia, the owner of the Village, who is passionate about looking after huskies for 10 years. She will tell you about the wonderful history of northern dogs’ breeds and about their adventurous lives next to great explorers. Right after inspiring stories and warm tea, time will come to meet the dogs. This place is not a zoo, it is a place where abandoned and lost dogs found their home, where they can train and eat properly, and, of course, where they can show their absolute love for humans. 

After hugging 120 huskies, you will be shown how to prepare a sled by the professional “kayur” (the instructor who is driving the dog sled). And here your adventure starts. 

4-Kilometer package (capacity 12 people):

You go for a 4km ride in the heart of the snow-covered forest alongside the river. If you are a big group, you'll go separately (in groups of 3 to 4): while some go for a ride on the sleds, others enjoy their time tubing from the hill, walking around, sitting by the fireplace near the tipi glamping area or visiting the farm with goats, geese, chickens and black Vietnamese pigs. 

17-Kilometer package (capacity 6 people):

You go for a 17km ride in the nature (about 2h). You will cross the woods on sleds, ride along the river, and will even stop for a hot tea and some cakes in the middle of the excursion: the best way to enjoy this unique dog-sledding experience! 

When your trip is done, Natalia will welcome you to enjoy a traditional Russian lunch with hot herbal tea and freshly cooked “oladushki” (Russian pancakes). Moreover, in a café you will be able to buy some homemade cookies and souvenirs.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This tour requires a certain amount of snow as the sleds can be used only on snow tracks, which are prepared especially for dog-sledding. If there is not enough snow, we do another popular Russian activity : Dog Trekking. You go for a 5-km walk in the nature with a husky-dog in front strapped to you. A great experience shared with the dog you’ll be going with!

You're traveling in summer? No problem! Come meet the dogs with us with our summer dog-trekking tour!  Discover it here .

• Transfer by minibus with hotel pickup and drop-off
• Full-day services of the guide
• History of husky breed role in human lives told by the owner of the place
• Visit of the dog kennel and meeting with more than 120 Siberian and Alaskan huskies
• Master-class on preparation of the sled for a ride by professional 'kayur" (dog sled leader)
• 4-km or 17-km ride in the snowy forest on the dog-sled with "kayur"
• Tour of the farm with domestic animals (geese, chickens, pigs, goats, sheep and many more)
• Snow-tubing from the hill
• Afternoon lunch with home-made Russian pancakes and herbal tea
• Around 120 huskies
• Russian snowy forest
• Genuine Russian village
• Moscow River
• Home Animals
• The walking rope bridge

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