Thunder River Alpacas

Thunder River Farm, located in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, began with a commitment to acquiring premium bloodlines to produce and raise high-quality suri alpacas and Tibetan imperial yaks. The farm's alpacas, many of which are champions, trace their lineage back to the Andes mountains, where their fleece was once cherished by the Incas. The farm also boasts IYAK-registered yaks, ensuring top-tier genetics and quality.

The farm is deeply involved in every aspect of the alpaca and yak industry, including breeding, stud service, boarding, sales, financing, meat, fiber, and clothing and accessories. Alpacas, known for their gentle nature and soft padded feet, are shorn annually to produce luxurious fiber. They are ruminants with three stomachs, selectively grazing on pasture grasses and hay. The farm emphasizes the importance of high-quality genetics and responsible animal husbandry, ensuring that their animals are well-cared for and their land is gently treated.

Thunder River Farm offers a farm store filled with unique alpaca and yak gifts, including sweaters, socks, gloves, hats, scarves, and dryer balls. Visitors are encouraged to stop by and experience the farm lifestyle, which is described as fun, relaxing, and potentially profitable. The farm supports new alpaca and yak owners by sharing their experience, knowledge, and resources, making it an ideal place for families and individuals looking to start their own farming adventure.