Summer Hill Farm

Summer Hill Farm alpacas, Penn Valley, CA, in the Sierra Nevada foothills near Sacramento. Summer Hill Farm is a member of the Alpaca Owners Association and adheres to recommended health-testing protocols to ensure a vibrant herd. The farm pays close attention to pasture rotation, balanced feeding, and regular wellness checks.

Its alpacas enjoy daily gentle handling to foster calm temperaments and live in spacious pastures with sheltered loafing areas. Its fleeces are shorn each spring and processed by local mills into yarn and roving for artisans. The farm’s setting across rolling meadows underscores a commitment to land stewardship and sustainable practices. The herd has earned ribbons at local county fairs, reflecting a focus on fleece density and uniformity. With a family history of small-scale farming, Doug and Brooke combine practical experience and a humane approach to maintain the herd’s well-being and fiber quality.