26mi from Boardman · 2 sitesNatural Maximum Alpacas is now open for farm tours! The spacious, park-like grounds are adorned with giant sycamore trees, a water garden with a waterfall, a reflexology pathway, and many beautiful flower and garden displays.
During your tour, you'll have the opportunity to see, touch, and feel our cashmere-like alpaca fiber, as well as explore a variety of handmade finished products. Linda Mackey creates unique felted derby hats, crocheted scarves, gloves, and hats without using patterns, making every piece one of a kind.
Have fun trying on the felted hats, just like in the good old days. Hats are making a comeback, especially those crafted from luxurious alpaca fiber. Be sure to check out our alpaca loofah soap, available unscented and wrapped in a rainbow of Kool-Aid-dyed colors. We call these colorful bars "Alloofahpaca Soap."
Feed and get to know the alpacas as they grow the fiber that is transformed into roving, felt, batting, and luxurious yarn. Our alpacas are sheared once a year, and their fiber is sent to a mill for processing. Visitors are invited to watch this fascinating process free of charge during our annual spring shearing event.
Give us a call to schedule your tour. Tours are available from late April through October, weather permitting.