By Jacob Ford
Wenatchee World 

Jingle all the way to Leavenworth: Where reindeer, turkeys, and holiday cheer collide

 

Last updated 1/14/2024 at 9:46am

Jacob Ford, Wenatchee World

A reindeer bull named Kristoff and a reindeer cow named Sugar Plum stand together on top of a mound at the Leavenworth reindeer Farm. Also pictured here is the gift shop, which is housed in a barn built on the property in 1907.

LEAVENWORTH - Visitors from around the globe converge upon Leavenworth each year to take the sights, sounds, taste and smells that the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm offers, including the unique experience of being able to get up close and personal with a herd of friendly reindeer.

The farm features Belgian draft horses, chickens, turkeys, ponies and pigs as well as a gift shop in a barn built in 1907. The concession stand serves hot cocoa and cider as well as Alaskan reindeer sausage and Norwegian Potato Lefse and other seasonal treats.

Leavenworth Reindeer Farm offers visitor the unique experience of being able to get up close and personal with a herd of friendly reindeer. Visitors receive a safety and education lesson before entering the enclosure to hand feed the reindeer. The farm also features Belgian draft horse and a gift shop in a barn built in 1907. The farm also features an enclosure called Cupid's Corner for guest under 55", guest with mobility constraints or special needs that need a safe option to view the herd.

Ever wondered why Santa's reindeer were up on the rooftop going "click, click, click?" The farm's safety and education lesson explains that and other key information before visitors enter the enclosure to hand feed the reindeer.

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