Illustrative New Mexico alpaca farm landscape

Los Ranchos de Albuquerque · New Mexico

Cummins Alpaca Farm

A little farm. A personal introduction.

An appointment-only alpaca visit on Rio Grande Boulevard, with a small herd and time to get acquainted.

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New Mexico farm illustration · not a photograph of Cummins Alpaca Farm.

Find it in
Los Ranchos
Signature visit
Private alpaca tour
Listed duration
1–1½ hours
Before you go
Book ahead
Arrange your visit in advance.

Cummins requires an appointment and says it cannot accommodate last-minute visits. Its store and tour pages list different visiting days, so confirm the date, time, and total price directly with the farm.

A small farm with a personal feel

Meet the animals
behind the names.

Cummins Alpaca Farm also goes by Ranchito de Cummins Red Barn Family Farm. Its website tells the story of a herd that began with three alpacas and grew through new arrivals and the birth of crias. The individual animals, rather than a long list of attractions, give this Los Ranchos farm its character.

The homepage also introduces chickens, dogs, and two sulcata tortoises. Ask which animals you may meet during your appointment; the private tour is centered on the alpacas.

The reason to visit

Time with alpacas,
at their pace.

The farm advertises a private experience lasting about one to one and a half hours, with feeding, petting, and photo opportunities. Its store page qualifies contact as something the animals allow, a useful expectation for children eager to get close.

Let the alpacas set the pace

Follow your host’s instructions about feeding and touching the animals. Give a hesitant alpaca room, and ask before offering any food. A quiet introduction can be just as memorable as a close-up photograph.

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A little more of farm life

Fleece and
fresh eggs.

The website features raw fiber for spinners and farm-fresh eggs alongside its tour offering. If either interests you, ask what is available when arranging your visit.

For someone curious about alpaca fiber, this is a chance to ask about the fleece itself: where it comes from, what happens after shearing, and what preparation it needs before spinning. Confirm whether fiber is available to see or purchase during your appointment.

Plan a simple outing

A few details
to settle before you go.

Your group and appointment

Tell the farm how many adults and children are coming. The tour page’s fee descriptions differ on how guests are counted, so request a total for your group before paying.

Weather and access

The store page says the farm closes during inclement weather. Ask how a weather change affects your booking, and confirm walking surfaces, stroller access, or mobility arrangements if needed.

Listed address
8600 Rio Grande Blvd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87114
Official website
cumminsalpacafarm.com

Farm information reviewed October 1, 2026. Confirm current visit arrangements directly; the website’s schedule and pricing descriptions are not fully consistent.

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Visit questions

Can we visit without booking?

No. The farm requires an advance appointment and says last-minute visits are not available.

Will children be able to pet the alpacas?

Petting is part of the advertised experience, but contact depends on the animals. Follow the host’s guidance.

Is the $25 listing the whole tour price?

The tour page also describes guest charges. Ask the farm for the full price for your group before booking.

Keep exploring

Let a farm visit start
a bigger conversation.

A walk through a herd can leave children with questions about fleece, feeding, and the way alpacas live together. Our guide to alpacas gives families a place to keep learning before or after a visit. Pick something that caught your attention and use it as a starting point for the next conversation.

For more outing ideas, explore alpaca farm visits and look for the kind of experience your family enjoys: a short introduction, a longer guided walk, or a stop with a fiber shop. If you are planning a road trip, browse alpaca farms by state and arrange each visit before adding it to your route.