Start Your Herd. Or Grow It.
Registered Huacaya & Suri Alpacas • Breeding Stock • Pet-Quality • Show Quality
Buy From a Real Working Ranch.
Alpaca Adventures at Honey Lake breeds and sells registered Huacaya and Suri alpacas in Janesville, California. Our herd includes breeding females, stud males, pet-quality companions, show-quality animals, and crias (young alpacas). Every alpaca comes with AOA registration transfer, current health certificates, and lifetime owner support from Stacey Payne — a working breeder on a 76-acre ranch in Lassen County, Northern California.
Start a Buyer InquiryFeatured Alpacas For Sale
A selection of currently available animals. View the full herd anytime on OpenHerd.
Available
Honey Lake Athena
Excellent dense fleece. Calm temperament. Ideal foundation female for a starter herd.
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Breeding
Ridgeline Shadow
Proven herd sire. Multiple champion offspring. Heavy fleece, gentle disposition.
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Available
Whisper of Honey
Lustrous Suri fleece. First-time breeder candidate. Sweet, curious personality.
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Show
Mountain Storm
Show-quality conformation. Multi-color genetics. Excellent ribbon prospect.
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Pet
Juniper Moon
Friendly, hand-trained gelding. Ideal pet or fiber companion for a small farm.
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Reserved
Cascade Dawn
Cria currently with mother. Available for reservation. Strong lineage, beautiful crimp.
Inquire About CascadeInventory updates regularly. Check OpenHerd for the complete, always-current herd listing.
Browse Full Herd on OpenHerd →Why Buyers Choose Honey Lake.
Not all alpaca breeders are created equal. Here's what we offer that matters.
Registered Herd
Every alpaca is registered with the Alpaca Owners Association (AOA). Full pedigree records, DNA verification, and registration transfer included with every sale.
Transparent Pricing
No mystery pricing. We share clear, fair prices upfront based on bloodline, conformation, fleece quality, and age. We'll never push you toward an animal that isn't right.
Lifetime Support
Every buyer gets Stacey's direct phone number — for life. New owners get a 30-day check-in. Experienced buyers know we're always here for vet questions, breeding decisions, or just chatting alpacas.
What Comes With Every Alpaca You Buy
These come standard. No upsells. No surprises.
AOA Registration Transfer
Full registration transferred to you, with all pedigree records and DNA verification on file.
Current Health Certificate
Vet-issued health certificate at point of sale. Vaccinations and parasite control up to date.
Transportation Guidance
We help coordinate transport, recommend trusted haulers, and advise on best practices for the journey home.
New Owner Starter Guide
Printed and digital guide covering first-90-days care, feeding, vet contacts, and emergencies.
Lifetime Phone Access to Stacey
Direct line, anytime. Vet questions, breeding decisions, behavior concerns — we're here.
30-Day Settle-In Check
We follow up within 30 days to make sure your alpaca is adjusting well and you have everything you need.
Start Here.
Quick answers to the questions every first-time buyer asks. No experience needed to start a herd — just the right preparation.
How many alpacas do I need to start?
Alpacas are herd animals — they need at least 2 companions of the same gender to thrive. Most starter herds begin with 3-4 alpacas. Mixing males and females requires careful separation, so we usually recommend starting with one gender.
How much land do I need?
A general rule is 5-8 alpacas per acre on quality pasture. So 3 alpacas comfortably fit on half an acre with good grass and supplemental hay. You'll also need a 3-sided shelter, sturdy fencing (4-foot), and access to clean water.
What does annual care actually cost?
Budget approximately $300-500 per alpaca per year for hay, grain, vet care, shearing, and routine supplies. Costs scale down per-animal as your herd grows. Shearing is a one-time spring expense — we can connect you with mobile shearers.
What if I have no experience at all?
That's completely normal — and welcome. We'll walk you through every step before, during, and after the purchase. Many of our buyers started with zero alpaca experience. Stacey's lifetime support means you're never figuring it out alone.
How the Buying Process Works
From first inquiry to taking your alpaca home. Usually 4-8 weeks total.
Browse & Inquire
Look through our featured herd above and the full OpenHerd listing. When something catches your eye — or even if you're not sure — fill out a buyer inquiry.
Phone Consultation
Stacey calls within 24-48 hours. We talk about what you're looking for, answer questions, and discuss which alpacas might fit. No pressure, just conversation.
Farm Visit
We invite serious buyers to visit the ranch in person — meet the herd, walk the property, see how the alpacas live. Most decisions get made standing in the pasture.
Take Home
We coordinate paperwork, health certificates, registration transfer, and transport. Within 1-2 weeks after the visit, your alpaca is home with you and our 30-day check-in begins.
Life With Our Herd
A few moments from the working ranch — fleece, pasture, golden hour, and the animals you might be taking home.
What Buyers Are Saying
Real reviews from real owners who bought their alpacas from us.
Tell Us What You're Looking For.
The more we know about your goals, experience, and setup, the better we can match you to the right alpacas. Fill out the inquiry and Stacey will reach out within 24-48 hours — usually with a few specific recommendations and an invitation to visit the ranch.
- Direct conversation with Stacey — no middlemen, no sales reps
- Personalized recommendations based on your goals
- Honest guidance whether you buy from us or someone else
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions buyers ask us most.
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We don't ship alpacas ourselves, but we maintain a list of trusted livestock haulers who specialize in alpaca transport across the western United States. Many buyers also drive in to pick up their animals — it's often a great excuse to visit the ranch in person and meet the herd. We'll help coordinate whatever works best for your situation.
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Huacaya alpacas (about 90% of the breed) have dense, crimpy fleece that gives them a fluffy "teddy bear" look. Suri alpacas (rarer, about 10%) have long, silky, lustrous fleece that hangs in pencil-like locks. Suri fiber is more valuable per ounce but Huacaya is easier to work with for beginners. Both make excellent pets and produce premium fiber.
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Absolutely — and we strongly encourage it. Most of our buyers visit the ranch in person before making a decision. You get to meet the alpacas you're considering, walk the property, ask questions in real time, and see how the animals are raised. Visits are by appointment after your initial inquiry. Schedule one through the inquiry form below.
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Every alpaca leaves with a current vet-issued health certificate, so it's healthy when it arrives. That said, animals are animals — things happen. Stacey is available by phone for the life of the animal to help you navigate vet decisions, breeding concerns, or behavioral questions. We've never abandoned a buyer.
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For most sales we ask for payment in full at pickup or before transport. For larger purchases — multiple animals, breeding stock, or show-quality individuals — we'll discuss payment plans on a case-by-case basis. Mention financing in your inquiry and we can explore options that work for both sides.
Let's Find Your Alpacas.
Whether you're starting from scratch or expanding an established herd, we'd love to help you find the right animals. Browse the full herd on OpenHerd, send an inquiry, or just give Stacey a call.
