Maryland's Premier Alpaca Ranch
Our Story
Maryland’s Black Barn Alpacas Ranch is owned by the animal-loving couple Travis and Yussy McManus. Travis was raised on a cattle ranch, and Yussy grew up riding horses—cementing their love of farm life from a young age. The couple lives on the ranch and looks forward to greeting the alpaca herd every morning with nose boops (and an extra handful or two of food).
Travis manages the farm team, and Yussy leads the Y Interiors design team, dreaming up home goods made with genuine alpaca fleece. Together, they intend to expand Black Barn Alpacas, delivering well-bred animals, quality fleece products, and unforgettable experiences. Take it from the experts; there is nothing more rewarding than being able to snuggle up to an alpaca every day!
Alpaca Breeding Program
At Black Barn Alpacas, we are creating a premier alpaca breeding program focused on producing show-quality or “typey” black and gray alpacas through sustainable and caring farming practices. By way of strategic, sustainable, and compassionate breeding, we aim to produce fine-quality fleece, champion alpacas, and a happy herd.
The Shoppe
Shop Locally Made Alpaca Fleece Clothing and Home Goods
We are a real working alpaca ranch, producing some of the finest quality fleece around. After we shear our fuzzy alpaca friends, we turn fleece harvests into one-of-a-kind apparel, home goods, and accessories. Shop our collection of alpaca fleece products and some of our favorite Texas finds. There’s nothing as soft and durable as alpaca fleece!
Dust… baths?! 🦙
If you’ve ever seen one of our alpacas dramatically flop to the ground and roll around like they’re living their best life… they are. That’s a dust bath, and it’s totally normal (and oddly adorable).
So why do alpacas do it?
Dust baths help keep their fleece feeling fresh by soaking up excess oils and moisture and helping to prevent parasites. Plus, it’s a great way to cool off, scratch an itch, and unwind. Think of it as an alpaca version of a spa day… with more dirt and fewer cucumbers.
And yes—they absolutely have favorite spots, and once one alpaca starts rolling, the rest usually join in for the party. It’s a whole vibe. 😎
🎥 Want to see the dust bath drama unfold in real life?
We’re open now through Sunday, 10 AM–4 PM. Come hang with the herd! Tickets available online or on-site (‼️Head up to the big red barn).
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#AlpacaDustBaths #FarmLife #CarrollCountyMD #DMVAnimals #AlpacaVibes #BlackBarnAlpacas #WeekendThingsToDo #FinksburgMD #FamilyFunDMV #AnimalLovers #PettingZooVibes #MarylandAgritourism #MeetTheAlpacas
Dust… baths?! 🦙
If you’ve ever seen one of our alpacas dramatically flop to the ground and roll around like they’re living their best life… they are. That’s a dust bath, and it’s totally normal (and oddly adorable).
So why do alpacas do it?
Dust baths help keep their fleece feeling fresh by soaking up excess oils and moisture and helping to prevent parasites. Plus, it’s a great way to cool off, scratch an itch, and unwind. Think of it as an alpaca version of a spa day… with more dirt and fewer cucumbers.
And yes—they absolutely have favorite spots, and once one alpaca starts rolling, the rest usually join in for the party. It’s a whole vibe. 😎
🎥 Want to see the dust bath drama unfold in real life?
We’re open now through Sunday, 10 AM–4 PM. Come hang with the herd! Tickets available online or on-site (‼️Head up to the big red barn).
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#AlpacaDustBaths #FarmLife #CarrollCountyMD #DMVAnimals #AlpacaVibes #BlackBarnAlpacas #WeekendThingsToDo #FinksburgMD #FamilyFunDMV #AnimalLovers #PettingZooVibes #MarylandAgritourism #MeetTheAlpacas
Alfacta Time! 🦙💪
Okay, okay… this one might not be scientifically proven… but rumor has it that telling your wife she’s pretty and letting her visit alpacas can actually make your muscles bigger and your beard fuller.
Coincidence? Maybe.
Worth a try? Absolutely. 😏
Get her tickets to Black Barn Alpacas—your beard (and relationship) will thank you.
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#Alfacta #BlackBarnAlpacas #HappyWifeHappyLife #FarmDayGains #MDDateIdeas #CarrollCountyLiving
Alfacta Time! 🦙💪
Okay, okay… this one might not be scientifically proven… but rumor has it that telling your wife she’s pretty and letting her visit alpacas can actually make your muscles bigger and your beard fuller.
Coincidence? Maybe.
Worth a try? Absolutely. 😏
Get her tickets to Black Barn Alpacas—your beard (and relationship) will thank you.
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#Alfacta #BlackBarnAlpacas #HappyWifeHappyLife #FarmDayGains #MDDateIdeas #CarrollCountyLiving
🎉 JUNE IS HERE — and so are our Open Hours at Black Barn Alpacas! 🦙✨
📍 Drop by Thursday–Sunday, 10am–4pm for our Alpaca Meet & Treat ($15–$17.50) — no reservation needed! Under 3 free!
🌟 Want more time with the herd? Book a Premier Alpaca Experience at 10am or 6:30pm (adults-only Friday nights). $25, reservation required. Under 3 free!
🧺 Browse The Shoppe 10am–5pm, Thursday–Sunday. No ticket needed!
🗓️ Check out our website for other monthly special events like alpaca yoga! 🧘♀️ 🦙
🎟️ And TODAY’S THE DAY — the Carroll County Agritourism Passport officially kicks off! Pick yours up here at the farm and get your first stamp at Black Barn! ✅🌻
Let the summer adventures begin: www.blackbarnalpacas.com 🖤
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#blackbarnalpacas #carrollgrown #agritourismpassport #meetthealpacas #finksburgfun #marylandfarms
🎉 JUNE IS HERE — and so are our Open Hours at Black Barn Alpacas! 🦙✨
📍 Drop by Thursday–Sunday, 10am–4pm for our Alpaca Meet & Treat ($15–$17.50) — no reservation needed! Under 3 free!
🌟 Want more time with the herd? Book a Premier Alpaca Experience at 10am or 6:30pm (adults-only Friday nights). $25, reservation required. Under 3 free!
🧺 Browse The Shoppe 10am–5pm, Thursday–Sunday. No ticket needed!
🗓️ Check out our website for other monthly special events like alpaca yoga! 🧘♀️ 🦙
🎟️ And TODAY’S THE DAY — the Carroll County Agritourism Passport officially kicks off! Pick yours up here at the farm and get your first stamp at Black Barn! ✅🌻
Let the summer adventures begin: www.blackbarnalpacas.com 🖤
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#blackbarnalpacas #carrollgrown #agritourismpassport #meetthealpacas #finksburgfun #marylandfarms
…almost forgot this was the whole point.✨
Come experience the alpaca magic in person — visits available all weekend long!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#alpacamagic #almostforgotthisisthewholepoint #marylandfarms #destinationmaryland #beautifulmd #alpacalover #nature #gooutside #exploremd #carrollcountymd
…almost forgot this was the whole point.✨
Come experience the alpaca magic in person — visits available all weekend long!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#alpacamagic #almostforgotthisisthewholepoint #marylandfarms #destinationmaryland #beautifulmd #alpacalover #nature #gooutside #exploremd #carrollcountymd
🚜 Summer Starts Here!
✨ Exciting Additions Launching June 1st at Black Barn Alpacas ✨
🗺️ Be a part of the first-ever
Carroll County Agritourism Passport
Presented by @carrollcountytour and @carroll_county_grown
➤ Pick up your passport starting June 1st and begin collecting stamps from local farms—including ours!
➤ Learn more: https://carrollgrown.org/agritourism-passport-2025/
🦙 Alpaca Meet & Treats — Now Easier Than Ever!
Drop-in Hours: Thursdays–Sundays | 10AM–4PM
No set time required—just stop by, meet and feed the alpacas, and enjoy the most affordable and accessible way to experience the farm!
(We still recommend pre-purchasing your tickets for the day.)
💫 For guests looking for something more personal and immersive, our Premier Alpaca Experience is still going strong—and it’s the only way to step inside the mommas and babies pasture. More time slots will be added soon!
Other returning favorites this Summer include:
🧘♀️ Yoga with Alpacas led by @jenuineyogi
🥾 Full Moon Yoga Hike led by @cheryoga108
📖 Storytime on the Farm
And new, can’t-miss Alpaca Adventure Camp for alpaca and agriculture lovers ages 7-12!
☀️ Come celebrate summer with us—there’s so much to look forward to at Black Barn Alpacas.
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#CarrollCountyAgritourism #BlackBarnAlpacas #MeetAndTreat #PremierAlpacaExperience #StampYourPassport #MarylandFarms #FarmDays #FinksburgFun
🚜 Summer Starts Here!
✨ Exciting Additions Launching June 1st at Black Barn Alpacas ✨
🗺️ Be a part of the first-ever
Carroll County Agritourism Passport
Presented by @carrollcountytour and @carroll_county_grown
➤ Pick up your passport starting June 1st and begin collecting stamps from local farms—including ours!
➤ Learn more: https://carrollgrown.org/agritourism-passport-2025/
🦙 Alpaca Meet & Treats — Now Easier Than Ever!
Drop-in Hours: Thursdays–Sundays | 10AM–4PM
No set time required—just stop by, meet and feed the alpacas, and enjoy the most affordable and accessible way to experience the farm!
(We still recommend pre-purchasing your tickets for the day.)
💫 For guests looking for something more personal and immersive, our Premier Alpaca Experience is still going strong—and it’s the only way to step inside the mommas and babies pasture. More time slots will be added soon!
Other returning favorites this Summer include:
🧘♀️ Yoga with Alpacas led by @jenuineyogi
🥾 Full Moon Yoga Hike led by @cheryoga108
📖 Storytime on the Farm
And new, can’t-miss Alpaca Adventure Camp for alpaca and agriculture lovers ages 7-12!
☀️ Come celebrate summer with us—there’s so much to look forward to at Black Barn Alpacas.
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#CarrollCountyAgritourism #BlackBarnAlpacas #MeetAndTreat #PremierAlpacaExperience #StampYourPassport #MarylandFarms #FarmDays #FinksburgFun
✨ Magical moments & memories ✨
…that’s what awaits at Black Barn Alpacas
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#makingmemories #carrollcountymd #marylandtourism #marylandagriculture #maryland #dmv #familyfun #alpacas #alpacaowners #marylandphotographer
✨ Magical moments & memories ✨
…that’s what awaits at Black Barn Alpacas
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#makingmemories #carrollcountymd #marylandtourism #marylandagriculture #maryland #dmv #familyfun #alpacas #alpacaowners #marylandphotographer
Our Spring Cria (aka the Babies!) are ready to meet you!
There’s still time to sign up for today’s 6pm Premier Alpaca Experience — make this a weekend to remember! 🦙
🎟️ Grab your tickets for the weekend here:
Bit.ly/BlackBarnAlpacas
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#girlsnight #datenight #familyfun #dmv #maryland #carrollcounty #thingstodomd #visitmaryland
Our Spring Cria (aka the Babies!) are ready to meet you!
There’s still time to sign up for today’s 6pm Premier Alpaca Experience — make this a weekend to remember! 🦙
🎟️ Grab your tickets for the weekend here:
Bit.ly/BlackBarnAlpacas
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#girlsnight #datenight #familyfun #dmv #maryland #carrollcounty #thingstodomd #visitmaryland
🇺🇸 This Memorial Day Weekend we have alpacas, fresh air, and a whole lot of floofy fun lined up!
Premier Alpaca Experience - All Ages:
- Friday at 6pm (still a few spots left!)
- Saturday at 10am, 2pm & 6pm
- Sunday at 10am & 6pm
🦙 Fun for all ages and includes feed for the alpacas!
Premier Alpaca Experience - Adults Only:
- Sunday at 2pm
🍷 Grown-ups need alpaca time too.
Alpaca Meet & Treat:
- Saturday & Sunday at 12pm
📸 A fun way to hand-feed the herd, say hi, and snap a few pics!
🎟️ Grab your tickets for the weekend here:
Bit.ly/BlackBarnAlpacas
‼️ PLUS, we will be at the @downtownsykesville Farmers Market this Sunday from 9-1.
🧦 Come shop socks, plushies, and other alpaca favorites!
Take a break. Feed an alpaca. Make it a weekend to remember!
❤️🤍💙
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#MemorialDayWeekend #BlackBarnAlpacas #MeetAndTreat #SykesvilleMD #AlpacaAdventures
🇺🇸 This Memorial Day Weekend we have alpacas, fresh air, and a whole lot of floofy fun lined up!
Premier Alpaca Experience - All Ages:
- Friday at 6pm (still a few spots left!)
- Saturday at 10am, 2pm & 6pm
- Sunday at 10am & 6pm
🦙 Fun for all ages and includes feed for the alpacas!
Premier Alpaca Experience - Adults Only:
- Sunday at 2pm
🍷 Grown-ups need alpaca time too.
Alpaca Meet & Treat:
- Saturday & Sunday at 12pm
📸 A fun way to hand-feed the herd, say hi, and snap a few pics!
🎟️ Grab your tickets for the weekend here:
Bit.ly/BlackBarnAlpacas
‼️ PLUS, we will be at the @downtownsykesville Farmers Market this Sunday from 9-1.
🧦 Come shop socks, plushies, and other alpaca favorites!
Take a break. Feed an alpaca. Make it a weekend to remember!
❤️🤍💙
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
📱 (301)284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#MemorialDayWeekend #BlackBarnAlpacas #MeetAndTreat #SykesvilleMD #AlpacaAdventures
