TIPS FOR VISITING THE RANCH
Bring a wagon or stroller with big wheels (think jogging stroller) if you have one. Wagons and strollers with small wheels struggle and are usually better left at home.
Bring good shoes. We try hard to keep the dirt in check but most people still take some home.
Bring Bug Spray! Bugs depend on the weather. The colder in the season the less bugs. It is also a good idea to wear long pants.
Of course we would love for you to enjoy our concessions but bring a picnic and snacks. There are grassy areas that are great for picnics with the kids.
GENERAL FAQs
Can we just come in and purchase food, and donuts, or shop at the Country Store?
--No, an admission ticket is required to come in and purchase anything at the ranch. We don’t have a way to know who just comes in to eat and then leaves and who stays and plays. If you know you want to come and satisfy your hamburger or donut craving multiple times during the season, a season pass is the perfect solution for that!
Can I pre-order donuts for my own event?
--No. We can’t take orders for events outside of the festival. We have a strict limit of 3 dozen donuts per person. Thanks for your understanding!
Do I have to purchase tickets online?
--Yes. Everyone has to purchase tickets online. If you arrive without having purchased online, we can help you at the front by purchasing them on our computers or showing you how on your phone. The price will be the same. Purchasing online makes checking-in really fast and easy!
I purchased tickets online. Do I have to come on the day I selected when I purchased them?
--Yes. We have timed ticketing to ensure each guest has the best experience here at the ranch. During Covid, we learned that the ranch is more enjoyable when we limit attendance to a level that is more fun for everyone.
Is the Ranch Wheelchair Friendly?
--It depends on the wheelchair. Due to the nature of the ranch and farm the ground is uneven and most areas of the ranch are gravel including our parking lot. This makes it hard for regular wheelchairs. Areas like our sunflower, pumpkin, or corn fields are just that - fields - with uneven dirt. We don't have "paved" paths. The farm yard is gravel, dirt, and woodchips. If you have a group member in a wheelchair please feel free to contact us so we can make your experience as easy and fun as possible!
Can I bring my Pet (Dog)?
--Yes! We allow dogs at all of our festivals. We only require that they be on a leash at all times, you clean up any messes they may leave (bring bags - we don't provide them), and that they are nice community members - ie: no barking or aggressive behavior that scares other guests or our ranch animals. Note that pets of any kind are never allowed in animal pens and some animal areas!
Do you accept Credit Cards?
--Yes. We take all major cards and cash. We don't accept personal checks (except for some private event deposits).
Do you charge for Parking?
--No. Parking is free!
Do you allow Alcohol at the ranch?
--No, we do not allow alcohol during public or private events.
Do you allow Smoking at the ranch?
--Only in the designated area in our parking lot. For the enjoyment of our other guests and because of the nature of the ranch and the dry climate of Utah we cannot have smoking anywhere at the ranch.
Does the ranch offer Discount Tickets?
--Yes. Sign up for our emails - we send a few emails each festival. We send out our best deals to our email subscribers!
SPRING FESTIVAL FAQs
Can we reserve an area for Private Parties during this festival?
--Yes. We have several options for people wanting something all their own. Check out the public events pages to find more info on areas that are offered during particular events.
Can I milk a cow or goat?
—Yes. Ranch Hand Experiences can be booked for an additional cost. You can add these to your order at checkout, or if you have already purchased tickets or a season pass you can find the link to purchase on the Baby Animal Festival Info page.
SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL FAQs
Are Flowers included with admission?
--Yes! Each admission ticket receives one free sunflower to take home. You can purchase a container to pick additional sunflowers.
Can I come and only buy sunflowers?
--No... Mostly - except for the day we do the Primary Children's Cancer Fundraiser. Otherwise, festival tickets are required. We also don't sell wholesale - you are welcome to visit the festival and pick to your heart’s content!
Will the donuts and burgers be available during this festival?
--Yes! The main ranch yard will be open. Private areas, AgVenture Alley, and all concession stands will be open.
Can we reserve an area for Private Parties during this festival?
--Yes. We have some options for people wanting a private area. Check out the private event page to find more info on areas that are offered during particular events.
Can I have my family photos taken in the Sunflower Field?
--Yes. The Sunflower fields are a great place for photos. Everyone in your group, including your photographer will need an admission ticket! Please see the photography policy below!
The Sunflower Festival is an awesome and unique backdrop for family, individual or celebration photos! So reach out to your favorite photographer and schedule a time to come visit! We have 16 acres of beautiful sunflowers so you can easily find a private area! We don't charge extra for professional photo shoots we just require that each person has a festival admission ticket to enter.
We don't charge extra fees for professional photographers or their clients - everyone simply needs an admission ticket, including the photographer. You are welcome to arrive anytime we are open each day. So, schedule several groups in the same evening and head out - once you arrive you are welcome to stay as long as you like.
PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY
Areas open to the public may not be closed or blocked to visitors for a photoshoot.
Please no cutting, removing, bending, flattening or damaging any plants in the fields during your photo shoot.
All props must be carried to your photoshoot location. When you are finished, please remove all props & trash from your photoshoot.
Moving decorations, equipment, etc. already on the ranch is prohibited.
All photos should be family friendly in nature. Please, no boudoir (naked) photoshoots! Cross E Ranch reserves the right to halt any photography sessions deemed to be inappropriate or disruptive.
The use of drones is prohibited.
Note - We don't offer sessions outside of regular festival hours.
FALL FESTIVAL FAQs
Fall Festival FAQs:
Are pumpkins included with admission tickets?
--No. Pumpkins are available for purchase and are priced by the size. They range in price from $1 for a mini pumpkin to $20 for a Jumbo Specialty pumpkin.
Can I come and only buy pumpkins
--No. We reserve our pumpkin patch for those attending our Fall Festival as it includes a hay ride out to the patch and loads of fun!
Can we reserve an area for Private Parties during this festival?
--Yes. We have several options for people wanting something all their own. Check out the private event page to find more info on areas that are offered during particular events.
Can we just come in and purchase food, and donuts, or shop at the Country Store?
--No, an admission ticket is required to come in and purchase anything at the ranch. We don’t have a way to know who just comes in to eat and then leaves and who stays and plays. If you know you want to come and satisfy your hamburger or donut craving multiple times during the season, a season pass is the perfect solution for that!
BEEF FAQs
Beef/Meat Questions:
Can we still buy online?
--No. At this time we are only selling ground beef during our public festivals to attendees. We just aren't able to keep up with demand. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Can your beef be shipped?
--No. At this time we are not able to ship beef/meat orders. All beef/meat must be purchased at our public festivals in person.
Do you ever sell a Whole or Half a Beef?
--No, not at this time. We are currently only specializing in ground beef.
EDUCATION FAQs
Does Cross E Ranch offer Field Trips?
--Yes. We will be offering field trips this fall. Please email fieldtrips@crosseranch.com for more info or to reserve a space!
CHARITY FAQs
Do you offer pumpkins or admission tickets for Non-Profits?
--Yes. BUT only if they are arranged before the Festival begins. We allot a certain amount of festival tickets and pumpkins for Non-Profit charity organizations and once they are gone they are gone so make arrangements early in the year. To apply for tickets or pumpkins please send us an email with your information and your request and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Please email our donation coordinator, Olivia, at events@crosseranch.com.