Farm in Rutherford, North Carolina

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Updated October 31, 2026

Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store

Farm

Rutherfordton, NC

Cherry Mountain Farm offers 45–60-minute animal tours with Angora goats, Kunekune pigs, horses, and livestock guardian dogs.

  • Visitors wanting hands-on Angora goat and Kunekune pig interactions
  • Shoppers seeking mohair yarn, roving, fleeces, or goat-fiber socks
  • Case knife collectors seeking a large Western North Carolina selection

Lone Mountain Farm

Farm

Bostic, NC

Lone Mountain Farm offers Native American programs and two-week wilderness camps on a 100-acre farm in western North Carolina.

  • Elementary school field trips
  • Church groups and scout outings
  • Two-week outdoor wilderness experiences

C&M Farm

Farm

Rutherfordton, NC

New Beginnings Historic Farm

Farm

Rutherfordton, NC

New Beginnings Historic Farm offers advance-reservation Highland cow hikes, feeding, petting, and farm tours in Rutherfordton, North Carolina.

  • Families seeking a supervised Highland cow experience
  • Visitors wanting a guided 1/2-mile farm hike
  • Guests interested in afternoon tea with Highland cows

HHF-Harkey Horsemanship

Farm

Ellenboro, NC

HHF-Harkey Horsemanship provides western and ranch-riding training, groundwork, and problem solving from a 54-acre Ellenboro farm.

  • Western and ranch-riding training
  • Horse owners addressing loading, farrier, spooking, or other behavioral problems
  • Riders seeking beginner-to-advanced western lessons

HHF-Harkey Horsemanship

Farm

Ellenboro, NC

HHF-Harkey Horsemanship provides western and ranch-riding training, groundwork, and problem solving from a 54-acre Ellenboro farm.

  • Western and ranch-riding training
  • Horse owners addressing loading, farrier, spooking, or other behavioral problems
  • Riders seeking beginner-to-advanced western lessons

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FAQ

Do Rutherford-area farm experiences require reservations?

New Beginnings Historic Farm requires advance reservations for its farm and Highland cow experiences. Cherry Mountain Farm and Lone Mountain Farm also organize scheduled tours or group programs rather than offering unrestricted walk-in activities.

How long is a typical farm tour?

Cherry Mountain Farm lists tours lasting about 45 minutes to one hour. New Beginnings offers a guided half-mile hike, including a steep hill.

Can I bring a dog to these farms?

Cherry Mountain Farm says dogs are not allowed in the goat barn. New Beginnings does not allow pets other than assistance dogs.

Is farm lodging available near Rutherfordton, Lake Lure, or Chimney Rock?

Cherry Mountain Farm and New Beginnings Historic Farm both offer farm stays. Cherry Mountain Farm lists a three-night minimum for lodging.

Are prices listed for the farm tours and programs?

The supplied business information does not include admission or program prices. Contact the farm before booking, especially for group programs, lodging, or scheduled animal experiences.