Visit goats!
Where to Visit Goats
There are many opportunities to spend time with goats, adopt goats, or just learn about goats at one of the many animal sanctuaries throughout Oregon.
As advocates for goat welfare, we’ve gathered some of the best resources for responsible goat visits, highlighting locations where goats are treated ethically and where visitors can learn about compassionate animal care.
This is not an exhaustive list, only a resource to begin your Oregon goat/animal sanctuary research. Additionally, many organizations were not included here because they market themselves as “breeders” or “entertainment services”, or they otherwise represent that they use the animals solely for economic gain. Organizations were also omitted if they sell goat meat or sell goats for that purpose.
The photos displayed with each organization’s description are attributed to the respective organizations or websites they represent.
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The Belmont Goats
The Belmont Goats is a nonprofit organization that offers public visits and many different volunteer opportunities. They are located in N Portland.
Their private herd includes 14 goats and 1 hen! The goats in the Belmont herd are “privately owned pets and are not raised to produce anything.” Notably, they are “goats of leisure.”
There is no fee to visit! Donations are welcome.
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Wildwood Farm Sanctuary & Preserve
Wildwood Farm Sanctuary & Preserve, located in Newberg, Oregon, is a nonprofit animal sanctuary that is home to over 100 animals. You will meet goats, sheep, cows, chickens, and maybe others!
Wildwood’s mission is to provide safe refuge for farmed animals who have suffered abuse and abandonment, and they seek to inspire compassion by encouraging a cruelty-free approach to living.
They provide private tours, guided nature hikes, and educational resources.
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On Golden Rescue
On Golden Rescue is a nonprofit animal sanctuary offering rescue and rehabilitation services. They are located on 105 acres in Northwest Oregon.
On Golden Rescue’s mission is to give animals the chance to “live out their ‘golden years’ in a calm, nurturing and peaceful environment.” They partner with their local fire department for their rescue efforts.
They offer public tours and field trips. Check out their Amazon wish list for creative ways to donate.
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No Regrets Flower Farm and Animal Sanctuary
No Regrets Flower Farm and Animal Sanctuary is an organization located in Monroe, Oregon, between Corvallis and Eugene, that provides a safe haven for goats and other animals in need.
No Regrets offers special events and workshops, including yoga and happy hour experiences hosted by their goats.
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Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary, located near Scio, Oregon, is home to over 250 rescued animals. They advertise an “open-concept” farm structure where their animals share lush pastures, forest space, and barns, cohabitating peacefully. Lighthouse holds the title of “the oldest sanctuary in the state”.
Lighthouse takes volunteers and offers the opportunity to sponsor their animals with donations. Also, check out their Amazon wish list.
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Sanctuary One
Sanctuary One, located in Jacksonville, Oregon, is home to over 100 rescued animals. Sanctuary One works with animal shelters, rescue groups, and law enforcement agencies to rescue and care for their animals using a practice-based system called care farming.
They offer volunteer opportunities and educational tours for hands-on learning.
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Morningside Farm Sanctuary
Morningside Farm Sanctuary is a nonprofit animal sanctuary located in Veneta, Oregon. Morningside’s mission is to offer educational resources on the welfare of rescue animals and on the benefits of cruelty-free/plant-based diet lifestyles.
Morningside offers volunteer opportunities, animal adoptions, and sponsorships for their animals and caretakers. Check out their Amazon wish list for creative donations.
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Harmony Farm Sanctuary
Harmony Farm Sanctuary is a nonprofit animal sanctuary located in Bend, Oregon. Their mission is to rescue and care for animals, prioritize holistic healing, and advocate for food systems free from harm.
Harmony offers a unique "glamping" experience for visitors who book a stay in their Harmony Farm Sanctuary tiny house! They also offer special events and tours.
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Four Roots Ranch Animal Sanctuary
Four Roots Ranch Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit located in Bend, Oregon. They are home to over 110 animals, including goats, sheep, pigs, birds, and cats, although llamas and alpacas are their specialty.
Four Roots offers tours, hands-on learning experiences, team-building opportunities, and more. They can also provide animal care advice, veterinarian referrals, and animal adoption referrals.
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Green Acres Farm Sanctuary
Green Acres Farm Sanctuary is a nonprofit animal refuge in Silverton, Oregon. Home to over 22 goats and over 100 other animals, Green Acres aims to create compassion through animal rescue and education.
Green Acres offers educational tours, youth and community outreach, emergency care for animals outside of their sanctuary, volunteering opportunities, and more.
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Out to Pasture Animal Sanctuary
Out to Pasture Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit animal sanctuary and licensed animal rescue, located in Estacada, Oregon.
Out to Pasture is a refuge for animals who were rescued from slaughter, abuse, animal testing labs, and more. They are a volunteer-run vegan sanctuary, and, yes, they have goats!
It’s unclear whether they offer farm visits. Contact them for information about visiting or volunteering.
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Veganville
Veganville is an animal sanctuary located in Elsie (Seaside), Oregon. They advocate for cruelty-free and environmentally sustainable vegan lifestyles. Veganville offers visitors and volunteers “hands-on experience in compassionate animal care and organic permaculture farming.”
Although Veganville is home to only two goats, they have an inspiring story of how they came to Veganville.