Redhead Creamery Tour — Brooten, Minnesota

Discover the Redhead Creamery Tour in Minnesota

Located in rural Brooten, Minnesota, the Redhead Creamery Tour offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at a family-run dairy farm and on-site artisan cheese creamery. This guided experience introduces guests to modern dairy farming, sustainable practices, and small-batch cheese production—all operated on the same farm.

Why it’s special:
Redhead Creamery is a true farmstead operation. Milk from the farm’s own cows is used to produce award-winning cheeses on-site, allowing visitors to see the complete process from pasture to finished cheese in one visit.

History/Story of Redhead Creamery

Redhead Creamery was founded by the Klosterman family as part of their generational dairy farm. With a passion for quality milk and craftsmanship, the family expanded into farmstead cheesemaking, quickly earning national recognition for their artisan cheeses. Today, Redhead Creamery remains family-owned, combining traditional farming values with modern food production.

What You’ll See & Do on the Redhead Creamery Tour

• Tour a working dairy farm and learn how cows are raised and cared for

• Visit the on-site creamery where milk is transformed into cheese

• Learn about the cheesemaking process, aging, and quality control

• Explore sustainable farming and animal welfare practices

• Enjoy opportunities to sample cheeses during select tours

Hands-On Elements: Educational demonstrations and tastings
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed throughout the farm and creamery
Souvenirs & Extras: Farm store offering award-winning cheeses, gifts, and local products

Pricing of the Redhead Creamery Tour

Farm and creamery tours require paid admission.
Pricing varies by age group and tour type.

Visiting information

Duration: Approximately 60–90 minutes
Format: Guided farm and creamery tour
Schedule & Seasonality: Tours offered year-round on select days
Audience: Families, school groups, food enthusiasts, tourists
Accessibility: Partially accessible; farm terrain may be uneven
Safety & Restrictions: Closed-toe shoes recommended; children must be supervised
Languages: English
Group & School Visits: Group tours available with advance reservation
What to Bring/Wear: Comfortable shoes; weather-appropriate clothing
Facilities: Farm store, restrooms, parking
Closures & Downtime: Tours may pause during farm operations or extreme weather
Working hours:

• Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Nearby

• Glacial Lakes State Trail

• Central Minnesota lakes region

• Local farm attractions

FAQs About Visiting Redhead Creamery

Is Redhead Creamery a working farm?
Yes. It operates as an active dairy farm with on-site cheesemaking.

Do tours include cheese tastings?
Many tours include tastings, depending on availability and tour type.

Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. Advance reservations are recommended, especially for groups.

Is this experience suitable for children?
Yes. The tour is family-friendly and educational.

Can I shop without taking a tour?
Yes. The farm store is open during public hours.