Goat Hikes at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm

Free On Sundays At Noon During The Farmers Market

See Dates Below!

Interested in joining us for a goat hike but would like to see what it’s like first? Please take a moment to watch our informative (and fun!) video.

Video created by Luke Myers

We’re finally restarting our Sunday Goat Hikes for 2024, beginning Sunday, August 18!

New this year: Hikes Are Open To All, no reservations needed!

Weather permitting, hikes Leave At Noon, guided by farmer Anil and in the company of 6 of our adorable and friendly goat kids.

The hike is about a mile and takes about an hour. Please wear walking shoes and be prepared for mud and bugs; it’s nature, folks!

Small children should be able to be carried.

It’s a great way to stretch your legs, learn more about the farm ecosystem, and see the world through the eyes of a curious, young goat.

Hikes will be held:

August 18,

September 1

September 15

September 22

September 29

October 6

October 20

If we don’t have a hike scheduled that day, it’s because we have a bigger event planned! Rest assured though you can still pat the babies in the barn every week during our farmers market hours from 11-2 no matter what’s going on. 

What to Expect on a Goat Hike at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm

Our goat hike winds through the farm fields and forest edges, offering some beautiful panoramic views of the farm. The trails are only about a mile, but can take up to an hour depending on how long you want to interact with the goats, take photos, etc. Farmer Anil will be your guide and is happy to share information about the farm, land, and of course – the goats!

The trail goats are trained to walk along with us, but they are not on a lead, so you get to see their natural responses to the environment: they can get distracted by a yummy plant to nibble on then have to run to catch up. Sometime they stick right beside the hikers and want to be patted. Other times they get nervous about a new smell or a slippery surface and have to be coaxed along. Most often they remember a fun rock they like to climb on and take a detour for some play time : )

Questions? Please send us an email at info@pumpkinvinefamilyfarm.com