I visited this farm during the height of the pandemic (late Fall 2020), so I am sure the experience…read morewill be different at this time. As I have been to two other similar farms, I thought I knew what to expect. This farm experience was completely different than any I had ever experienced previously. Although the animals were beautiful in appearance, they seemed to only respond to the owner when she plied them with treats. They didn't seem to be trained to walk along with strangers, namely people they were not familiar with. I was especially disappointed as I had booked a private as opposed to a group hike. I will say that the owner was accommodating when the weather was not conducive to hiking; she allowed us to change our reservation to another day.

Wow, what an incredible way to spend the day! My friend and I booked the alpaca walk and had such a…read morefun time. The tour starts promptly on schedule, so make sure you are on time. There is also a very nice gift shop to check out while you wait if you want to head over early. You get to pick your own alpacas and set off on the trek. There are some small hills, but nothing too strenuous. I have asthma and did not have any issues. Alex and Denise were so sweet, informative, and patient. Much like the staff, the alpacas all have fun and diverse personalities.

The real gem of the Capital District. There is nothing but happiness & joy at the llama farm. These…read moretruly are the happiest llamas. They're well taken care of and are truly loved. Katrina and Gary go out and beyond to make you feel welcomed and comfortable at their farm. They give great tours and provide an enormous amount of interesting information. The treks are a lot of fun and you really get to see the llama's personality's shine during the one on one time. The babies are adorable and will warm your heart. I highly recommend the seasonal llama yoga. A baby llama might just come up and smell your feet while you are in a pose. Wish I could give Dakota Ridge Farms 10 Stars.

I had the day off and decided to take a trip and hang out with some llamas today. I did not know…read morethe place was closed however I met Gary who I think is the owner. He was so kind and hospitable to me. Introduced me to some of the llamas and told me about their personalities. It was a lot of fun chatting away and meeting all these beautiful new furry friends. Thank you Gary for a wonderful afternoon on the farm.

Buck Brook Alpaca farm is such a charming place to visit. It's been a family tradition for us for…read moremany years now as we always spend Christmas at The Villa Roma. For a small fee, you can enjoy a one on one experience with their friendly alpacas, or take a few out on a guided tour along the wintery trails. Perfect to soak up all the fresh crisp air. The farm is free to visit, the one on ones have to be reserved ahead of time and paid for. The farm is home for many animals, goat, pigs and you'll often find a few cats following you round as you explore. There's a gift shop on site, which you must stop in to see. They have lots of hand made items, from hats, gloves, to socks and so much more, most made with the fur of the alpacas. Also, They do have soaps and lotions that are made from the milk of the alpaca's, which is the most buttery soft lotions and luxurious soaps you'll ever use. The visit here is worth while, it's a unique way to spend some time with the animals and in nature.

Everyone is so friendly... except this one goat. He wasn't very nice and the peacock comes off as…read morevery self absorbed lol. I'm just kidding. I love this place and suggest the self guided tour if it's not busy. Since everyone is so nice, they will come up and explain anything to you anyway and you can go about the farm at your own pace. If you are in the area, definitely stop by and make Some new, fluffy friends. You can pet the animals from the neck down, but none of the animals are really in the mood to be petted so just enjoy them for what they are. Beautiful creatures who want your food! Have fun!

Beautiful small farm with an extremely friendly staff! Lisa gave us an incredible tour and was so…read morepatient with all the children on tour. Awesome little shop with farm fresh snacks after that runs on an honor system. They don't make em like this any more! Support small farms!

This hidden gem is a fabulous place to remember what a farm is all about, the sounds, the sights,…read morethe feel and yes, even the smells. I expected to see Wilber the pig and Charlotte conversing in the corner of the pig pens. Our guide Ben was very helpful and patient with all our city folk questions!

We came here as part of a "County Bounty" tour (formerly the cheese making tour) and it was the…read morefarthest stop away from our home. I was tired and hungry and a bit antsy from sitting in the car so long, and our toddler was in the same mood. So imagine our surprise when we arrived and found goats to pet and feed, a bouncehouse to play in, wood fired pizza for sale, a blues-duo playing classic blues standards, and lots of places to sit down and relax. It was just what we needed. It looks like they had other fun fall activities available as well.

This place is great! They are open seasonally - in the Fall on weekends - and have a GIGANTIC corn…read moremaze with adorable little scenes and statues and items of interest scattered throughout as part of a scavenger hunt. We went today- the weekend before Halloween - and brought the kids in their Halloween costumes. So much fun! This will definitely be a fall favorite from now on! The maze is big enough that even if it were packed, you'd still have plenty of space. We could hear other families around us but didn't cross paths with other people often as we wandered the maze.

What a wonderful surprise! This alpaca farm exceeded all our expectations. My family and I had such…read morea great time here. We discovered it on Yelp and knew we had to make it a stop during our road trip. We're from Seattle and love exploring New England every fall, and this farm has definitely earned a spot on our must-visit list for years to come. We can't wait to return next year!

Visited the farm again this fall and it did not disappoint. Feeding the alpacas is now with a small…read morecharge ($5) but totally worth it. I love seeing the animals here.

Great walk, great hike, great view. Would recommend. Was a fun experience and would go back again.read more

If you're going to go on a hike in 29 degree weather, might as well do it up and hang with Alpacas!…read moreBarb led our group of 10 (6 kids, 4 adults). We each had an alpaca (two llamas) and hiked to to the top of a beautiful mountain with a great view! She led us down and we were completed in 2 hours. She is a kind soul who led the children around the farm and allowed them to hold chickens, pet goats, and observe a 40 pound turkey. She answered every question they had and it was overall, a great experience! She takes a donation for her time and it is well worth it. We plan to come back again in the spring when it is warmer and the view changes with the season.

I went to try and drop off pumpkins. My web search had told me it was okay. The woman working at…read morethe barn told me that it was okay. And then another woman came roaring down the driveway yelling at me about pumpkins. She said I should have called. I said no problem I'll take the pumpkin back. She continued to argue with me about the fact that I should have called when I was very calm telling her I'll take the pumpkin it doesn't matter. I was just telling her why i thought Pumpkins were wanted. ​ she ranted at me that I should have called first even though I had already told her multiple times I would take the pumpkin back and I wasn't trying to argue. Finally she yelled at me "get off my property!" Totally bizarre. Anyways don't try and give them pumpkins.

They were great. My wife had a fantastic time for our anniversary. The walk was very nice. I think…read moreit great for all the family, child's and adults.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Woodstock Goat Yoga and taking a farm tour with cheese…read moretasting for the SECOND TIME, and it was an absolutely amazing experience! My husband took me as a birthday present last year, and it was so good that we had to go back again and I felt compelled to shared why. Victoria Balentine is the owner of the farm and the yoga instructor, and I cannot rave about her enough. She used to be a yoga teacher in NYC and, in addition to goat yoga, she is currently practicing as a wellness healer licensed in acupuncture and other holistic healing medicines. For that reason, she comes from a place of true genuine care and has such a great vibe. She has such a calming presence and she makes sure that everyone was comfortable and had ample goat experience. The goat yoga class itself PHENOMENAL. The goats were incredibly playful and affectionate, and it was so relaxing to do yoga while surrounded by them. Having them around while practicing yoga truly brings out your inner child :) After the yoga class, I took a farm tour with Victoria and her husband, where I learned all about the baby yoga goats as well as their mothers! The goat mothers were so sweet I couldnt tell you if the babies or mothers were cuter! We also met her adorable chickens and saw them laying eggs! She showed us how she milks the goats and makes a variety of amazing cheeses. She also grows all her own food and eats completely seasonally. I was so inspired by the humane and sustainable farming practices that the farm uses that every since then my husband and I have tried to adopt a seasonal diet and eat local whenever possible. Overall, I had such an incredible time at the goat yoga farm and farm tour with cheese tasting that we came back again the next year. This is an experience I highly recommend to everyone! Here are some of the things I loved most about my experience: The goats were so adorable and playful and bring out your inner child The yoga class was relaxing and fun. The goat yoga teacher/farm owner is phenomenal and inspirational The farm tour was so interesting and beautiful The cheese tasting was delicious. The farm is committed to humane and sustainable farming practices. If you're looking for a unique and enjoyable experience, I highly recommend visiting a goat yoga farm and taking a farm tour with cheese tasting. You won't be disappointed!

Absolutely loved baby goat yoga! Pure joy for an hour. We also took the farm tour and sampled wine…read moreand cheese. The BEST feta cheese I have ever had! Victoria and staff were awesome. Amazing experience and wonderful day. Highly recommend.

Amazing strawberries! The staff is very friendly and if you're looking for what's local and in…read moreseason you will probably find options here. It's not huge so they can't have everything but you can count on quality.

Bought their chicken pot pie and some pastries. The pastries are delicious! Having the pot pie…read moretonight. Everyone was very friendly and we will definitely be back!