Cotton Creek Farms

Located in Thompsonville, just south of Traverse City, the farm is known for its Peruvian descent alpacas that are ARI registered. Over the years, it has become a local attraction with its interactive tours and a variety of alpaca products available for purchase onsite.

The farm focuses on breeding and boarding huacaya alpacas, ensuring they are well-cared for and registered with the Alpaca Registry, Inc. (ARI). The emphasis is on maintaining the health and quality of the alpacas, which are of Peruvian descent.

Visitors can enjoy a range of activities including public alpaca tours, seasonal open farm weekends, and participation in a 4-H group. The onsite boutique offers a wide array of alpaca products such as yarn, clothing, and home goods. The farm also provides educational resources on starting an alpaca farm, alpaca behavior, and breeding practices.