Dakota Ridge Farm was established in 1990 when we obtained our first llama, Dakota, as a wedding present from Gary to Katrina.  Since then, many more of these regal, magical and mystical creatures have arrived.

Located in beautiful upstate New York, just south of Saratoga Springs, Dakota Ridge Farm is situated on 42 acres of woods, creek side, ponds and pastures.    We also offer farm tours and educational visits.

Katrina established the 4-H Club "The Woolly Llama Whisperers" and brought llamas into the Saratoga County Fair for the first time in the early 1990's.

We can’t say enough about what our venture into the llama industry has done for us. Llamas display a serenity and dignity that is regal, quiet, stress relieving, and awe-inspiring to say the least. What began as a hobby has provided immeasurable joy to us and our family of boarders.

From our own herd of over 30 llamas, we offer animals that will fill a variety of purposes. You may be looking for a lovable companion, a show animal, a pack animal, a guard, or a source of exquisite fiber. Having carefully bred the best to the best for almost 20 years, we have produced a collection of top quality llamas. Many of our llamas come from the famous Berry Acres Llamas (BAL) and they raised very elegant, large, conformationally correct llamas that were consistently winners in the show rings across the country.

Our doors are always open (RSVP please) to visitors, so come by and share our joy in raising llamas. We have always been here helping new owners and it is a pleasure for us.

Dakota Ridge Farm is featured in New York State's "I  NY" Group Travel Guide.  Explore nature's beauty with a llama - a fun-filled time for the entire family! 

TOURS: Come and visit approximately 60 llamas, they are very gentle and easy to love. We will give you basic information on the many uses and care of llamas. You will have a hands-on experience as we bring out a llama for you to pet. The tour will last about 1/2 hour, but, you are welcome to stay longer and visit with the animals afterwards. $7.00 per person. Group tours available with a discounted rate. Please RSVP for the tours: email llamawhisp@aol.com

LLAMA TREKS: Enjoy our guided woodland trails as you lead your "own" rented llama. If you like, we invite you to bring lunch. You may use the picnic tables on the trail, or eat back at the farm if preferred. Please wear comfortable shoes or boots (no open-toed shoes). The trek lasts approximately one hour. $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for children 15 years and under. Please RSVP for the hike: email llamawhisp@aol.com

*Coming soon: A gift shop of camelid and equine related items for sale!

Please visit our Cute Crias page, dedicated to Katrina's sister, Debi Petteys. 

Katrina has had lots of fun working with Dan & Dale Goodyear of Berry Acres Llamas and enjoyed grooming and showing for them.  Click here for more info.

Lifetime member and former Board member of the Greater Appalachian Lama & Alpaca Organization (GALA): http://www.galaonline.org/index.htm

Alpaca & Llama Show Association (ALSA): http://www.alsashow.org/index.html

International Lama Registry (ILR): http://www.lamaregistry.com/home.htm

Pennsylvania Llama & Alpaca Association (PLAA): http://www.plaa-net.org/index.htm

Llama and Alpacas of the Mid-Atlantic States (LAMAS): http://www.lamasorg.com/index.html

Pride of New York Program: http://www.prideofny.com/pride_index.html

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