Reindeer Farm

The feel

The farm sits on 200 acres south of Palmer, with the Pioneer Peak backdrop behind the pens. About 120 reindeer live here, along with two rescued bull moose, a rescued bison and a herd of Rocky Mountain elk.

A staff member stays with you whenever you feed an animal. Everything is wheelchair and stroller accessible, about the length of a long walk around Costco, though gravel walkways and snow trouble some people.

What to expect

What it is

A working reindeer farm where you feed and pet reindeer and meet moose, with rescued animals and elk on the same property.

Time

Most people spend 1.5 to 2 hours on the farm in summer. The winter tour is a one hour guided walk.

Crowds and best time

Summer runs daily from May 1st to September 1st, with walk-ins from 10am to 5pm.

Fees and passes

$20 for adults and $17 for children (3 to 11), seniors, military and Alaska residents. Admission and a signed waiver are required beyond the admission booth.

Kids

Children 3 to 11 pay the lower rate. The Grandpa Tom VIP Tour is limited to ages 10 and older.

Hazards

Reindeer chew on white clothing, loose skirts, scarves and lanyards. Wear closed toed shoes and long pants.

Season and access

The farm is at 5561 S Bodenburg Loop, seven miles south of Palmer at 11.5 Mile on the Old Glenn Highway. Turn onto Bodenburg Road at the flashing yellow light and go 3/4 mile to the sign.

Mingo says

Come between May 1st and September 1st for the self-guided summer visit. Arrive by 4:30pm so you have time to see everything. Dress for the weather, because tours run in rain, snow, mud and wind.

Before you go

• Call (907) 745-4000 with questions.
• The Grandpa Tom VIP Tour is a 2 hour guided experience inside the pen with the reindeer and alpacas, for 10 people per tour.
• Uber will not pick up from the area unless it was previously booked.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.