This was spur of the moment. I doomscrolled on social media and saw this place and was like.... Why…read morenot?! Bought the tickets online. Just went and didn't know what to expect. This place was quite large. There's a dedicated parking area on rocks. There's a porta potty at the parking area. You follow the signs to the office or gift shop and you state your name that registered online and you get a container of food and you can roam the cages. Each caged area is for specific sets of alpacas and you can get to the outside through each gated area. The alpacas are friendly - some a super needy - and some just want to rest. It really depends on the time frame for each one. You can touch and feed. Some really get in your face. I was trying to kneel down to take photos and the alpacas start walking towards me. The staff is constantly taking care of them and cleaning after their... Open bathroom use. There's games and seating everywhere. It is well organized here and well maintained. The people here are nice and I got what I wanted from visiting here. Seeing tons of alpacas. There are not just 10 alpacas, there's probably around 35-60 and they are all spread out, some inside and some outside grazing and eating grass. Very humane conditions for the alpacas. You can see a horse outside too and a Shepard dog as well.

This has to be one of my absolute favorite Yelp events!…read more Black Barn Alpacas is such a beautiful space filled with the most adorable alpacas. The staff was warm, welcoming, and made the entire experience even more enjoyable. It's the perfect farm setting with a gorgeous green backdrop to spend time with family, friends, or even for a date day or night. The scenic drive there was the icing on the cake!

Great ice cream. Black raspberry was my favorite. Also…read moretheir beef is very tasty. I enjoyed visiting calf barn as well !

This was our 2nd stop. I went on a recommendation from someone in the group to get the mocha…read morecrumble. It was delicious. They also have their baby cows in the barn who you can pet. They were adorable. Such cuties. They also have a little play area for the kids. If you're going with a big group it's best to park across the street where all their vehicles are.

I visited Clear Meadow Farm for the first time in my 3-4 years in Baltimore, and I'm glad I checked…read morethem out. Located about 40-45 minutes away from the city, the farm is easy to find (just type in the address on their website). The entry fee is very reasonable at $5 per car, and they also sell some food (i.e. chips, drinks, baked goods, pulled pork sandwiches) as well as sunflowers up front. Food wasn't particularly memorable but not bad, and the sunflowers were quite the deal (only $1 per stem, or 6 for $5). The actual sunflower field was reasonably sized. It was a bit difficult to navigate through the mud, and also a little hard to get good photos unless you go off the trail and into the flower beds (which you're not supposed to do), but the sunflowers were still pretty. Overall very glad I visited. Not sure if I'd necessarily make the trip out again anytime soon, but I definitely recommend it if you have not gone before!

Wonderful property to visit, a little tricky to get to, but a wonderful day. My sunflowers once…read morepicked did not stay perky too long, but I think I did not know how to care for them.

Who are these adorable, gentle, soft and playful creatures? We met these gentle friends at Breezy…read moreHill Farm in Woodbine, MD which was about an hour's drive from DC. Alpacas, a member of the camelid family, are smaller and nicer than llamas, a relative. Mainly, they don't spit, at least not intentionally. We found these alpacas to be sweet, soft and silly. It was a little difficult to find the farm. The entrance is not clearly marked and we made at least two wrong forays onto adjacent properties before finding the farm. Once there we were welcomed by Heather, one of the owners, who gave us a brief rundown before introducing us to some of their goats, sheep, turkeys, donkey. She led us to the paddocks where the alpacas were, giving us instructions on how to approach them, how to feed them, how to pet them. Most had been recently shorn and Heather provided us with feed and the alpacas eagerly ate from our outstretched palms. They were soft and plush, the females more delicate eaters and the males (separated in a different area) were gobblers. These are animals, not pets, so while they are gentle, they do have wills of their own. It was a warm day and the alpacas enjoyed a spray from the hose. It was funny to see how excited they were to feed (reminds me of my dogs) and they ran after Heather when she got the food. Afterwards, we went to the barn where Heather, a fiber artist, demonstrated how the alpaca fur can be mixed with other fibers, how the wool is felted, and how it can be spun into yarn. There are textiles, yarn, garments for sale. Reservations are required. Sign up for the first time slot. Our tour ran over by 30 minutes and the next group had to wait. It is a picturesque drive to the farm but keep in mind that it turns into a two lane road through country lanes. We had left plenty of time for the drive but with our misdirected turnarounds and some road construction we ended up cutting it close.

We love this alpaca farm! The tour was personal and we learned so much. You can feed and pet the…read morealpacas. Afterwards you go into the shop and the tour guide can show you how they turn the alpaca fiber into clothes and other things. I would definitely recommend visiting and can't wait to come back!

My partner and I had an amazing time at this petting zoo…read more There were horses, goats (like 30!), baby piglets, mama cow and calf that was born just that week, rabbits, llamas, emus, peacocks, turtles, and more! The farmers were knowledgeable and friendly teens/young adults. They were very sweet to the children and ensured that all the kids could pet the baby goat born that week. The best part of our visit was being followed around by Dolly, a goat that roamed the premises, scavenging for leftover corn and dropped treats.

I've been here a few times now and my toddler loves it every time. He especially loves the tractor…read moreyou can sit on (if you have a tractor loving kiddo)! This year, they had a great deal on Groupon, which comes with a tractor ride around the farm. There's plenty of animals to look at, from baby pigs, horses, donkeys, turkeys, goats, a camel, dogs, etc. Friendly staff, clean bathrooms (yup, you heard that right), and plenty of places to sit to snack. I've also seen a few families host birthday parties here!

Overall, this was a fun experience for this Sunflower Festival. I went on a Saturday morning where…read morethere were a few groups of families and couples. There farm's market had tons of interesting foods that are great for gut health so I definitely racked up on some products at the end. The animal petting portions were cute. We got to see calves, goats, rabbits, peacocks, and chicken. The staff were all friendly and helpful. I only had 2 downsides to the experience. The food trucks had over priced foods (over 20$ for a plate!) . And the sunflowers were much shorter than I anticipated. However, they had 2 trucks for shaved ice and another for ice cream. So great place for a snack. I will be coming back next year.

The Sunflower festival was great. It was my first time there with my family and we had a good time…read more I loved walking through the sunflower fields. Even my kids enjoyed that and I have two boys. After getting our sunflowers the kids went to the play area where they had the best time. We will be back next year.

Every once in a while, social media serves you something so ridiculous that there's only one…read morereasonable response. "Yep. I'm doing that." So when Destiny Dairy Bar showed up on my feed talking about "come snuggle piglets for $25!" there was no internal debate. No hesitation. No weighing the pros and cons. I immediately booked a Piglet Snuggle Session. Honestly...I don't think I've ever typed my credit card number faster. Booking online was incredibly easy, and from the moment I reserved my spot, Destiny Dairy Bar knocked the customer service out of the park. They sent multiple emails leading up to my appointment explaining exactly what to expect, reminding me about my reservation and providing the required waiver ahead of time so there weren't any surprises when I arrived. Five stars before I even touched a pig! I arrived about 15 minutes early and checked in at the farm store. The staff couldn't have been friendlier. They encouraged me to wander around the property until my session started, which turned out to be a great suggestion. There were goats. Cows. Adult pigs. A donkey named Pamela. And plenty of opportunities to wander around smiling at animals living their best lives. When it was time for my session, everything started right on schedule. My farm guide explained how to safely hold the piglets and then basically said..."Have fun!" Don't mind if I do! The best part? I wasn't rushed at all! I had the opportunity to hold any of the piglets I wanted but settled in with the tiniest little guy of the bunch. Three and a half pounds. Curled up in my arms. Completely asleep. For most of the twenty-minute session. I don't know if he chose me...or if I chose him...but we were best friends by the end. The staff member even offered to take photos for me, which I appreciated so much since I was visiting on my own. Instead of trying to awkwardly balance a piglet while taking selfies, I was able to simply enjoy the experience and leave with wonderful memories! PRO TIP: Arrive a little early so you have time to explore the rest of the property. The piglets may be the headline attraction, but they're definitely not the only adorable residents you'll meet. At $25 per group (up to four people), I honestly think this is one of the best values for a unique experience you'll find anywhere. Whether you're bringing kids, your partner or just embracing your inner animal lover like I did, it's twenty minutes of pure joy! Now...I do have one confession. After I got home...I may or may not have Googled plans for building a piglet house. I'm not saying I'm getting a pet pig. I'm just saying...the research has begun. Until then, I'll happily keep coming back to Destiny Dairy Bar whenever I need a piglet fix!

The ice cream is very good, and the experience is fun! You can buy a tray of food to feed the pigs,…read morechickens, goats and cows. Your shoes may get dirty! But it's worth it.

What a cute spot! Best experience with horses! Those mini guys were absolutely adorable and well…read moretaken care of! Keep up the amazing work guys!

Land of Little Horses is such a hidden gem in Gettysburg! From the moment we arrived, we were…read morewelcomed with kindness and smiles. And a special gift for a special birthday girl. The animals are so well-loved and taken care of, and the shows are absolutely adorable and entertaining for all ages. You can tell the staff truly love what they do -- they go out of their way to make the experience special for each guest. Go spend the day at Land of Little Horses, you won't regret it.

Had such a fun time with the animals. Aimee was full of great information. I loved the alpacas,…read morethe were great to interact with. Close by is the Flying Ace farm -brewery and distillery so it made for a great afternoon for us.

From the owner: Experience the magic of Long Meadows Farm, where every interaction is a moment of pure bliss…read more Snuggle up with alpacas, share secrets with mini donkeys, and let worries fade amidst the gentle sway of grass and chirping birds. Create cherished memories at Long Meadows Farm, the perfect venue for your next private event or family adventure. Whether it's a family outing, corporate retreat, date night, or special celebration, let us tailor an unforgettable experience amidst our friendly creatures.

Spring Meadow Farm is a staple for us every spring and fall! It's the number one place we take…read morevisitors to the area, especially if kids are tagging along. The BBQ spot is so good, beer garden usually has a rotating schedule, ice cream stand always hits, and farm zoo is free with tons of friendly animals to say hello to. Our crew always loves playing at the park after walking the zoo path. Highly recommend!

I love the Bus Stop, Delicious ice cream. The very friendly service is so much appreciated…read more The surroundings of families out for the day and the petting of the animals is a welcoming experience. I could go there every day just for the ice cream. The gardening advice is stellar.