Alpacas are domesticated members of the camel family native to South America and raised for their exquisite wool-like fiber coats. Smaller than llamas, alpacas are grazing herd animals that use body language to communicate.
New Jersey boasts a number of alpaca farms with three located right here in Monmouth County. Cedar Lane Alpacas in Howell, and Arrow Acres Farm and Edel Haus Farm in Wall Township offer tours, educational seminars, special events, in some cases beautiful apparel made from alpaca yarn. Check the websites at the links above for visiting hours and other information.

