Muddy Bottom Creek

Muddy Bottom Creek, a Scottish Highland cattle breeder in E. Eatonville, WA, is in Pierce County and the Tacoma area. It has been raising hardy Scottish Highland cattle for several years, and its breeding stock are registered with national associations and undergo routine health screenings to ensure soundness and genetic diversity.

Their cattle graze on lush coastal pastures through spring and summer and move to sheltered paddocks in winter, where they receive locally milled hay and mineral supplements. Calves are born outdoors and socialized to gentle handling from the first days, with a focus on low-stress husbandry that reflects the owners’ commitment to animal welfare. As a small-scale operation, Muddy Bottom Creek emphasizes pasture-based grazing and rotational land management that mirror the breed’s natural heritage. Neighbors often praise the cattle’s calm temperament and shaggy coats that stand out even in rainy northwest weather.