Meet farmers, shop local on Campbell County’s Backroads Farm Tour
Campbell Countians can slow down, take the scenic route and discover the farms that help shape the county’s rural landscape during the county’s backroads farm tour.
The Campbell County Backroads Farm Tour is July 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. rain or shine. See the county as you never have before during the self-guided driving tour of agricultural operations located around the county.
“The Campbell County Backroads Farm Tour is a free, family-friendly event that showcases the people, places and traditions that make Campbell County agriculture unique,” said District Manager, Campbell County Conservation District Patti Dischar. “Travel scenic backroads and explore family farms, wineries, vineyards, flower farms, greenhouses, livestock operations, and historic landmarks. Meet local farmers and producers, learn about conservation and stewardship of the land, and discover where your local, safe and ethical food comes from.”
There will be 19 farms along the tour that include vineyards, equestrian centers, beef cattle operations, historic landmarks, conservation practices and horticultural operations. During the farm tour, visitors will also get a glimpse of the efforts of preserving the county’s farmland. Farmers will be available to share their stories and experience as well as answer any questions.
The Campbell County Conservation District, who organizes the event, highlighted the Backroad’s Farm Tour at a May Campbell County Fiscal Court meeting during the annual declaration of soil/water stewardship week.
“While you’re checking out farm operations and the beautiful land in Campbell County, you can also purchase things like local eggs, produce and other goods,” said Campbell County Conservation District Board Supervisor Kirt Hill during the May fiscal court presentation.
Aside from products like eggs and produce, many stops will also have items like wine and crafts for sale, so don’t forget to bring a cooler and cash.
Event brochures are available on the conservation district’s website or you can pick one up at the Campbell County Public Libraries, the Campbell County Conservation District office at 8352 E Main St. in Alexandria, Campbell County Extension Service at 3500 Alexandria Pike in Highland Heights, and at various local stores throughout the county.
The 19 farm tour stops include:
1. Forgotten Gods Meadery
6685 Four Mile Road/Route 547, Camp Springs (Melbourne)
Nestled in Camp Springs, this craft meadery opened in 2025 and offers meads, wines and ciders made with local ingredients whenever possible. Formerly Allfather’s Meadery.
2. The Camp Springs Tavern
7009 Stonehouse Road, Camp Springs (Melbourne)
Built in 1865 by German farmers using leftover bricks from St. Joseph Camp Springs Church.
3. Neltner’s Farm & Event Venue
6922 Four Mile Road/Route 547, Camp Springs (Melbourne)
A family farm with more than a century of history producing fruits, vegetables, jams and jellies. The property also hosts weddings, events and its annual fall festival.
Additional vendors: Bethany Hartzel Music and Campbell County Farm Bureau (grill).
4. StoneBrook Winery
6570 Vineyard Lane, Camp Springs (Melbourne)
A fifth-generation winery where guests can tour the vineyards and production facilities, see winemaking equipment and sample award-winning wines.
Additional vendors: Greatest Dough Man Bakery, Family Ties Bar-B-Que and live music by Steve Bonefeld.
5. Little Rock Farm
2802 Ten Mile Road, Camp Springs (Melbourne)
A grass-fed beef, pasture-raised poultry and organic vegetable farm. Visitors can tour greenhouses and fields, meet the cattle and Elvis the donkey and shop for freezer meats, produce, baked goods, jams, jellies and honey.
6. Stonehouse Settlement Winery
8292 Stonehouse Road, California
A family-owned winery founded by Steve and Sandy Scott. Guests can enjoy handcrafted wines, homemade food and learn about the vineyard’s history.
7. TC Farm
11341 AA Highway, California
A family-owned horse farm established in 1981 specializing in AQHA quarter horses. Visitors can watch horse training demonstrations and learn about the breeding program.
Additional vendor: Honey-S Blues Farm (blueberry plant education).
8. Kirchhoff Farm
2578 Wagoner Road, California
A stop highlighting the beauty of rural Campbell County and the importance of preserving the land.
9. Twelve Mile Farm
11222 Persimmon Grove Pike, California
A 213-acre farm where conservation meets innovation. Owner Jim Benton shares how the property has become a model of sustainable land management.
Additional vendor: Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (Hunter Hopkins).
10. 12 Mile Beef
12530 Fisher Road, California
A multi-generational beef farm offering tours of its cattle operation and beef business. Beef cuts, bundles and burgers will be available for purchase.
11. Homegrown on Haubner Hill
1766 Haubner Road, California
A flower farm with more than 50 flower varieties, featuring u-pick flowers, bouquets, pollinator gardens, workshops and planting activities.
Additional vendors: Gardens for Good, Cole Farms, Threaded Things, Molly Made Pottery and Owen’s Fresh Lemonade.
12. Mason Greenhouse
13369 Fisher Road, California
A family greenhouse where visitors can learn about raised-bed gardening and greenhouse growing.
13. Yellow Star Acres
12662 Burns Road, California
A small farm raising Longhorn cattle, goats, chickens and produce. Guests can tour the greenhouse and shop for crafts, baked goods and fresh produce.
14. Seven Wells Vineyard & Winery
1223 Siry Road, California
Guests can tour the vineyard, winery and tasting room, enjoy wine tastings and watch bottling demonstrations.
15. South Wind Farm
13688 Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27), Butler
A flower farm and wedding venue featuring u-pick flowers, bouquet-making demonstrations and plans for a pollinator garden.
16. Licking Valley Antique Machinery Association
13169 Alexandria Pike, Butler
Explore antique tractors and historic farm machinery displayed by the Licking Valley Antique Machinery Association.
17. Casson Ahrman Farm
661 Kenton Station Road, Alexandria
A beef and hay farm where visitors can observe cattle, learn about beef production and enjoy a hayride.
18. Dawson Farms
11897 Pleasant Ridge Road, Alexandria
A family-operated farm since 1890 that transitioned from dairy farming to produce, vegetable plants and flowers. Visitors can tour the fields and greenhouses.
19. Pooles Creek Seasonal Stand
1443 St. John’s Lane, Wilder
A seasonal stand offering hanging baskets, potted plants, fresh produce, baked goods, jams, local honey, eggs and, later in the year, pumpkins, mums and Christmas trees.
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