Did you know that there is an alpaca farm near Detroit? While you may not expect to find a large number of alpacas in Michigan, you may be surprised to learn that the native habitat of these gorgeous critters is not quite unlike the Great Lakes region. Alpacas are built to withstand the snowy conditions of the Andes Mountains, so local winters are a breeze for these majestic creatures. In addition to practically being built for the local climate, the residents of Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm are arguably the most adorable Michiganders. They have big, fluffy coats and warm, affectionate eyes, and they’re eagerly awaiting your visit. Check it out:

If you’ve never met an alpaca in person, you might be surprised to learn just how sweet these guys are.

Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm/Facebook Alpacas are a South American breed of camelid, meaning they are in the same family as camels and llamas. Llamas tend to be larger than alpacas, but they’re just as cute and the two are close relatives.

Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm is the ideal place to meet your first alpaca, because their staff is friendly and their on-site alpacas are, too.

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Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm is open daily between October and Christmas, but otherwise visitors can stop by between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm/Facebook It’s always free to visit Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm, although you should definitely consider providing a donation. This farm, hiding just outside of Detroit, is truly incredible to visit.

If you’re thinking that alpacas look like big teddy bears, you’re right! You can even take home a teddy bear made of alpaca hair to commemorate your experience.

Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm/Facebook Alpaca hair, otherwise known as alpaca fleece or fiber, is harvested in the same manner as wool. Unlike wool, however, alpaca fur is warmer and anything but itchy.

In fact, you’ll find all sorts of alpaca-themed goodies in the gift shop at this farm near Detroit.

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After you see the products, you may wish to hug the animals they came from. Alpacas, as it turns out, are rather snuggly.

Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm/Facebook These guys are oh so sweet, and they’re friendly enough to welcome hugs from visitors. They only have six teeth on the bottom of their mouths, so don’t worry that they may bite you… you might, however, want to watch out for spit.

You will be blown away by how soft, friendly, and all-around adorable these critters are.

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Each llama has a distinct name and personality, and they’re typically sheared as spring rolls around.

Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm/Facebook As these guys are made for cooler climates, they most definitely appreciate a hair cut as things start to warm up. The haircuts make their heads look particularly floofy, which only accents their dramatic personalities.

Visitors rave about the experience of interacting with these majestic animals, and they also can’t get enough of the super-soft treasures in the Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm gift shop.

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This place is an incredible local landmark that is well worth a visit.

resoclint/TripAdvisor Want to plan your visit to Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm? Connect with them on Facebook for hours of operation, news, and pictures of these adorable critters.

There is so much to love about alpacas. They are incredibly laid-back animals, and they’re sweet enough to give you a toothache. Did you know there are alpacas in Michigan? We’d love to hear your thoughts, comments, and any stories you have about Michigan alpacas in the comment section below.

Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm/Facebook

Alpacas are a South American breed of camelid, meaning they are in the same family as camels and llamas. Llamas tend to be larger than alpacas, but they’re just as cute and the two are close relatives.

It’s always free to visit Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm, although you should definitely consider providing a donation. This farm, hiding just outside of Detroit, is truly incredible to visit.

Alpaca hair, otherwise known as alpaca fleece or fiber, is harvested in the same manner as wool. Unlike wool, however, alpaca fur is warmer and anything but itchy.

These guys are oh so sweet, and they’re friendly enough to welcome hugs from visitors. They only have six teeth on the bottom of their mouths, so don’t worry that they may bite you… you might, however, want to watch out for spit.

As these guys are made for cooler climates, they most definitely appreciate a hair cut as things start to warm up. The haircuts make their heads look particularly floofy, which only accents their dramatic personalities.

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Want to plan your visit to Gibraltar Bay Alpaca Farm? Connect with them on Facebook for hours of operation, news, and pictures of these adorable critters.

Are you in search of other quirky things to do in Michigan? Swing by the Wood’n Spoon, our most eclectic country store.

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