An Hour with an Alpaca: Slow Walking, Big Smiles in Pleasant Valley

PLEASANT VALLEY FARM FIELD GUIDE

An Hour with an Alpaca: Slow Walking, Big Smiles in Pleasant Valley

A concise, practical guide to Lilymoore Farm’s group alpaca and llama walking trek—what to expect, who it’s for, and how to prepare.

An Hour with an Alpaca: Slow Walking, Big Smiles in Pleasant Valley.

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Pleasant Valley
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Lilymoore Farm
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Robert Eric Crews
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At Lilymoore Farm in Pleasant Valley you’ll spend an hour leading your own alpaca or llama across the farm in a relaxed, guided group trek—an experience built for ages nine and up that emphasizes easygoing company, photo stops, and hands-on animal time.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CREW

Meet Your Alpaca or Llama

Each participant is assigned their own alpaca or llama for the walk—no sharing—so you get a personal, up-close encounter guided by friendly farm staff.

THE ROUTE

A Gentle Walk Through the Farm

The trek is relaxed and social: you walk alongside other guests, pause for photos, and are led by staff who keep the pace easy and safe.

THE MOMENT

Photo Stops & Simple Joys

Expect intentional pauses for pictures and small moments to bond with the animal—these are built into the group format so everyone gets time to capture memories.

What the day feels like

What the Hour Feels Like

This is a one-hour, group-led walk where each participant leads their own animal; the tempo is unhurried, the route stays on farm grounds, and staff remain with the group to guide and assist throughout the trek.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from this outing—and who should reconsider.

1
Active FamiliesFamilies with children aged 9 and up will find this a shared, easygoing activity; note that under-16s must be accompanied by a participating adult and children under 9 are not permitted.
2
Weekend Social GroupsGroups who enjoy light outdoor activity and photos will appreciate the group format and social pace—each person has their own animal but you walk alongside other guests.
3
First-Time Animal LoversThis is a low-skill, hands-on way to meet and handle alpacas and llamas under staff supervision—ideal for people seeking a novel, supervised animal encounter.
4
Those Who Need Quiet, Short ActivitiesThe trek is brief (one hour) and paced slowly, making it suitable for travelers who prefer short, calm outdoor experiences; however, infants and children under 9 are not allowed.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

The group trek lasts approximately one hour.

Meeting Point

Meet at Lilymoore Farm, 21 Moore Rd., Pleasant Valley, NY 12569. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

What to Bring

Wear proper footwear for walking outdoors; non-alcoholic drinks are permitted. No outside food (except for pre-booked birthday parties).

Booking & Group Details

Each participant must have their own ticket; group treks typically run on Saturdays, with private treks available on other days. If slots are full, call to join the waitlist.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What ages can participate?

Guests must be age 9 or older; children under 9 (including infants) are not permitted. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by a participating adult.

How long is the trek?

The group trek lasts one hour.

When and where do we meet?

Meet at Lilymoore Farm, 21 Moore Rd., Pleasant Valley, NY 12569; arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

What is the late-arrival policy?

Guests arriving more than 15 minutes late will not be able to participate; there is no refund or reschedule for late arrivals.

Are dogs or food allowed?

No dogs are allowed (ADA service animals only). No outside food is permitted except for pre-booked birthday parties; non-alcoholic drinks are allowed. Alcohol, smoking, and vaping are prohibited.

Can I book a private trek?

Private treks are available on additional days throughout the week; group treks typically take place on Saturdays. If you don’t see availability, call (845) 605-7002 to be added to the waitlist.