Behind the Barn Door Tours
Enjoy a farm presentation, watch robots milk our cows, and sample fresh farm-made cheese — all without leaving the barn!
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Behind the Barn Door Tour!
Ever wondered what really goes on at Cinnamon Ridge Farms? Now’s your chance to find out — and you don’t need a group of 20 to do it. Behind the Barn Door Tour is designed for individuals, couples, and small groups who want an up-close look at farm life without the wait.
Your visit starts with a slideshow presentation walking you through the story of Cinnamon Ridge Farms — how we got started, how we make our cheese, and what makes our farm different. From there, you’ll see exactly where the cheese-making happens, and get a firsthand look at our robotic milking parlor in action as our Jersey herd comes and goes on their own schedule, milked by robots around the clock.
The tour wraps up the best way we know how: with cheese. Head upstairs in the barn to sample a variety of our handcrafted cheeses while overlooking the cows in the free stall barn below — a perfect end to your visit behind the barn door.
NOTE: These tours are open to the public for any size group. This tour beginning promptly at 10:00 am. and lasts about 2 hours. This may not be appropriate for small children.
Experience the tranquility of our free-stall barn during our tours at Cinnamon Ridge Farms — no group of 20 required. Whether you’re a solo visitor or part of a small group, you’re welcome here. Watch a video of our farm through the seasons, and view our contented cows in their natural habitat — free to roam and be milked at their leisure by our robotic milking system. Marvel at the innovative back scratchers and soft sand bedding where they rest and relax.
Upstairs, overlooking the barn, the real highlight awaits: a tasting of our handcrafted cheeses. Sample classic and smoked cheddar blocks, bold flavored curds like jalapeño and habanero, smooth Dutch-style Gouda, buttery Havarti, and our cave-aged specialty cheeses — Bierkäse-style Cinnamon Ridge Select and Alpine-style Herbsen Rock, aged right here on the farm. Find a favorite? Purchase it on the spot to take home.
Join us for a day of exploration, education, and the simple joy of being among our happy, healthy cows — and some of the best cheese in Iowa.
Important Information
- Tours will begin promptly at 10:00am.
- Online ticket purchase (with payment) is required to ensure a tour.
- Tour fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.