Beef Farms & Ranches Near Oakland, CA
13 local beef farms and ranches sell beef direct to the public within 75 miles of Oakland, CA. The closest, Alhambra Valley Beef, is about 16 miles away in Martinez. 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 Oakland
Sorted by driving distance from Oakland. 1 within 25 miles, 9 within 50 miles.
Alhambra Valley Beef
16 mi from Oakland
Martinez, California
Alhambra Valley Beef Martinez, CA natural beef producer. 100% grass-fed beef Online ordering and local pickup CSA subscriptions available
Markegard Family Grass-Fed
26 mi from Oakland
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
Tara Firma Farms
35 mi from Oakland
Petaluma, California
Tara Firma Farms Petaluma, CA regenerative farm. Beef, pork, chicken, eggs CSA subscriptions Pickup and local delivery only
Chileno Valley Natural Beef
36 mi from Oakland
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
42 mi from Oakland
Petaluma, California
Turner Grass Fed Beef Petaluma, CA family ranch. 100% grass-fed beef Bulk beef shares Contact for pickup options
Fox Sparrow Farm
44 mi from Oakland
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
46 mi from Oakland
Tomales, California
Stemple Creek Ranch Tomales, CA regenerative ranch. Beef, lamb, pork Ships to all 50 states Robust ecommerce platform
Connolly Ranch
47 mi from Oakland
Tracy, California
Connolly Ranch Tracy, CA ranch with family traditions. Grass-fed beef in custom shares Pickup only No online ordering available
Freestone Ranch
50 mi from Oakland
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
53 mi from Oakland
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
56 mi from Oakland
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
Bernal Properties
58 mi from Oakland
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
68 mi from Oakland
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 Oakland
All 13 ranches within 75 miles. Click a pin for the listing.
Buying Beef Direct Near Oakland
Ranches near Oakland 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 Oakland. 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 Oakland — FAQs
How many beef farms are near Oakland, CA?
There are 13 beef farms and ranches within 75 miles of Oakland, CA — 1 within 25 miles and 9 within 50 miles. The closest is Alhambra Valley Beef in Martinez, about 16 miles from Oakland.
Where can I buy beef directly from a rancher near Oakland?
Start with the listings above — 13 of the 13 ranches near Oakland list a phone number, and many also have websites. Alhambra Valley Beef (Martinez, 16 mi); Markegard Family Grass-Fed (Half Moon Bay, 26 mi); Tara Firma Farms (Petaluma, 35 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 Oakland?
Many ranches within 75 miles of Oakland 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 Oakland?
Alhambra Valley Beef is the nearest listed ranch at about 16 miles from Oakland, followed by Markegard Family Grass-Fed at about 26 miles.