Beef Farms & Ranches Near San Francisco, CA
13 local beef farms and ranches sell beef direct to the public within 75 miles of San Francisco, CA. The closest, Markegard Family Grass-Fed, is about 22 miles away in Half Moon Bay. Every listing below includes phone or website contact info so you can check availability, cuts, and prices before you drive out.
13 Ranches Within 75 Miles of San Francisco
Sorted by driving distance from San Francisco. 2 within 25 miles, 9 within 50 miles.
Markegard Family Grass-Fed
22 mi from San Francisco
Half Moon Bay, California
Markegard Family Grass-Fed Half Moon Bay, CA grass-fed ranch. Beef and lamb bundles Pickup locations and local delivery Online ordering available
Alhambra Valley Beef
23 mi from San Francisco
Martinez, California
Alhambra Valley Beef Martinez, CA natural beef producer. 100% grass-fed beef Online ordering and local pickup CSA subscriptions available
Tara Firma Farms
33 mi from San Francisco
Petaluma, California
Tara Firma Farms Petaluma, CA regenerative farm. Beef, pork, chicken, eggs CSA subscriptions Pickup and local delivery only
Chileno Valley Natural Beef
34 mi from San Francisco
Petaluma, California
Chileno Valley Natural Beef Petaluma, CA ranch focused on dry-aged grass-fed beef. No antibiotics or added hormones. Known for conservation-minded practices. Local pickup and some delivery options.
Turner Grass Fed Beef
39 mi from San Francisco
Petaluma, California
Turner Grass Fed Beef Petaluma, CA family ranch. 100% grass-fed beef Bulk beef shares Contact for pickup options
Fox Sparrow Farm
41 mi from San Francisco
Petaluma, California
Fox Sparrow Farm Petaluma, CA pasture-raised beef and pork. Seasonal shares and cuts Farm pickup and CSA program Online contact form for orders
Stemple Creek Ranch
42 mi from San Francisco
Tomales, California
Stemple Creek Ranch Tomales, CA regenerative ranch. Beef, lamb, pork Ships to all 50 states Robust ecommerce platform
Freestone Ranch
46 mi from San Francisco
Valley Ford, California
Freestone Ranch Valley Ford, CA coastal beef ranch. Pastured beef Local drop-offs and pickups Online store with flexible ordering
Bodega Pastures Sheep
50 mi from San Francisco
Bodega, California
Bodega Pastures Sheep Bodega, CA sheep farm offering wool and grass-fed lamb. Known for sustainable practices and gentle treatment of animals. Orders typically arranged via phone or email.
Salmon Creek Ranch
52 mi from San Francisco
Bodega, California
Salmon Creek Ranch Bodega, CA ranch offering grass-fed meats. Grass-fed beef and lamb Whole and half beef orders Local delivery in Sonoma County
Connolly Ranch
55 mi from San Francisco
Tracy, California
Connolly Ranch Tracy, CA ranch with family traditions. Grass-fed beef in custom shares Pickup only No online ordering available
Bernal Properties
61 mi from San Francisco
Morgan Hill, California
Bernal Properties raises beef cattle in Morgan Hill, California. Call to ask about buying by the cut or in bulk for the freezer. Reach the ranch at (408) 607-2387 to order beef or ask about freezer quantities.
Richards Grassfed Beef
75 mi from San Francisco
Sacramento, California
Richards Grassfed Beef Sacramento, CA family operation. 100% grass-fed and finished beef Available in select stores and online Shipping details unclear
Map of Beef Ranches Near San Francisco
All 13 ranches within 75 miles. Click a pin for the listing.
Buying Beef Direct Near San Francisco
Ranches near San Francisco sell beef two main ways: by the cut at the farm or a farmers market, and in bulk as a quarter, half, or whole animal for the freezer. Bulk is usually the lowest price per pound, but it requires planning — you pay hanging weight plus cut-and-wrap fees at a local processor, and you'll need freezer space at home (figure 8–12 cubic feet for a half).
When you contact a rancher from the list above, ask four things: how the cattle are finished (grass-finished or grain-finished), current pricing, which processor they use, and pickup or delivery options around San Francisco. California ranchers who sell direct are used to first-time bulk buyers and will walk you through the process — see the California state directory for ranches in other parts of the state.
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Beef Ranches Near San Francisco — FAQs
How many beef farms are near San Francisco, CA?
There are 13 beef farms and ranches within 75 miles of San Francisco, CA — 2 within 25 miles and 9 within 50 miles. The closest is Markegard Family Grass-Fed in Half Moon Bay, about 22 miles from San Francisco.
Where can I buy beef directly from a rancher near San Francisco?
Start with the listings above — 13 of the 13 ranches near San Francisco list a phone number, and many also have websites. Markegard Family Grass-Fed (Half Moon Bay, 22 mi); Alhambra Valley Beef (Martinez, 23 mi); Tara Firma Farms (Petaluma, 33 mi) and others are listed above. Call or visit to ask about cuts, availability, and pricing.
Can I buy a half or quarter cow near San Francisco?
Many ranches within 75 miles of San Francisco sell freezer beef by the quarter, half, or whole animal in addition to individual cuts. When you call, ask about hanging-weight pricing, cut-and-wrap fees at the processor, and how much freezer space you'll need (a half beef typically fills roughly 8–12 cubic feet).
How far is the nearest beef ranch from San Francisco?
Markegard Family Grass-Fed is the nearest listed ranch at about 22 miles from San Francisco, followed by Alhambra Valley Beef at about 23 miles.