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The Gentle Barn
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Budget-friendlyAnimals & Nature

The Gentle Barn

Santa Clarita, CA

★★★★★4.8(702 Google reviews)

A rescued-farm-animal sanctuary where you hug cows, give pigs belly rubs and hold chickens. Reserve ahead; wear muddy-OK shoes.

Good for

  • Ages 0–2
  • Ages 3–5
  • Ages 6–9

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15825 Sierra Hwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91390, USA

(661) 252-2440

Adults $20, kids $10; reserve

North of LASanta ClaritaAnimal sanctuary

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What visitors say

  • Hakobi★★★★★

    Great experience! Seeing all the nurtured and loved animals healing and giving back by letting us pet them. Loved hearing every animal’s stories. Had Kim as our tour guide, she was amazing!

    2 months ago

  • Natalie★★★★★

    This is such a cute and fun farm experience. Whether you’re looking for some solo time with the animals, planning a unique date, or sharing something special with friends or family, this place offers such a gentle, welcoming environment. You get to learn each animal’s story and interact with them, which makes it even more meaningful. I highly recommend it. Public tours available for booking on Sundays.

    4 months ago

  • Anthony Ancheta★★★★★

    My family really enjoyed learning about the farm and exploring the grounds. A great way to spend an afternoon, hanging with all the rescued animals and hearing their stories from the staff and volunteers. Go on a Sunday and hug a cow!

    4 months ago

  • Max Vern★★★★★

    I thought it was too good to be true🥹 Easy free parking, smooth entry, great speech! You can tell they really care about the animals. And I literally got to HUG a cow. They are so sweet and have their tarps for when it’s too hot. All the animals and staff are so gentle. The staff was so so kind and talkative. I’m already looking forward to our next visit! 🐄

    4 months ago

  • Cristina Bernes★★★★★

    Very well set up. Lots of parking and great customer service. They had a trolley pick us up from parking and drop us off at front door.

    2 months ago

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