Farms provide a chance for kids to experience nature and learn about the importance of sustainability. California has nearly 25 million acres of land devoted to farming and among all that acreage are some of the best farm for kids to visit and enjoy an incredible learning experience. From small family farms growing fruits and vegetables to specialty farms providing safe spaces for rehabilitated animals, we’ve put together a list of the best kid friendly farms near Los Angeles.
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The Best Kid Friendly Farms Near Los Angeles
Underwood Family Farms
You may know Underwood Family Farms because of their super fresh, locally grown, California produce, but did you know that they do much more than just grow fruits and vegetables? They have two locations for you to visit, one in Somis and one in Moorpark where you can pick your own produce, meet some farm animals, and enjoy farm-themed attractions.
The Gentle Barn
Have you ever hugged a cow? At the Gentle Barn you can experience this one-of-a-kind memory. This is a very special kid friendly farm – The Gentle Barn rescues, rehabilitates and gives sanctuary to severely abused animals. Through interaction with the rescued animals, kids learn reverence for all life.
Centennial Farm at OC Fair
Chickens, pigs, oxen, kale and cabbage – it’s all good here on the farm. Created to educate youth about agriculture and its importance to our daily lives, Centennial Farm, a three-acre working farm, is home to fruit and vegetable gardens and an array of livestock. Animal educators and their human counterparts are here all year long to teach visitors about nutrition and our agricultural roots.
Carlsbad Strawberry Company
Carlsbad Strawberry Company has been growing strawberries for four generations and the experience shows. Their strawberries are some of the tastiest around. Spend the day trek through the strawberry fields and picking your own to take home, explore the Sunflower Maze, get a taste of fresh-made honey, and enjoy games and activities for kids. During the fall season come for the pumpkins.
Danny’s Farm
Danny’s Farm was founded by former MLB player and coach, Jim Gott, and his wife, Cathy, in 2007, in honor of their loving son, Danny, who was diagnosed with Autism. As a child, Danny was drawn to farm animals and out of his continued affinity to them, Danny’s Farm was formed. Danny’s Farm offers a safe and nurturing farm experience and social environment for children and adults with learning differences.
Forneris Farms
Forneris Farms grows and sells garden vegetables and fruit directly to visitors at the Farm Stand in the San Fernando Valley. They provide locally and sustainably grown produce that is vine ripened and fresh picked daily! Each October, Forneris host a Fall Harvest Festival with Pumpkins, Fall décor and a giant Corn Maze.
Gilchrist Farm
Head out to Gilchrist Farm in Santa Clarita where you can learn how to milk the goats, gather the eggs, or even take a horseback riding lesson. The farm also hosts specialty events like a Spring Fling Egg Hunt, Farm Camps, birthday parties, field trips and more!
McGrath Family Farm
Located in Camarillo, McGrath Family Farm is a sustainable farm that grows a high diversity of year-round organic fruits and vegetables. Pay a visit and enjoy farm tours, history lessons, U-Pick activities and special events throughout the year.
Tanaka Farm
This kid friendly farm is well known for their Strawberry Tours (February-June) • Watermelon Tours (July-August) • U-Pick Tours (All Year Long) • U-Pick Pumpkin Patch (October) • Hikari – Festival of Lights & Christmas Trees (December). Your kids might even recognize this popular spot from Blippi’s farm tour!
Tapia Brothers Farm
Family-owned and operated for generations in the San Fernando Valley, Tapia Brothers is a small farm stand selling fresh seasonal produce. A small animal section is perfect for younger visitors to explore. During the fall, the stand transforms into a pumpkin patch with a massive corn maze. They also sell Christmas trees during the winter season.
Valmonte Farm and Garden
Located in Palos Verdes, the farm and garden is where the adult special needs students of PVPUSD get job skills. The second Saturday of the month from 10-2pm is open garden day. The farm also hosts a children’s co-op playgroup for kids 18 months to 6 years-old designed to give kids the opportunity to engaging in messy, sensory play.
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