Who hosts the work

San Diego County backcountry refuge near Campo for abused and slaughter-bound farm animals, offering private tours, open houses, free field trips and a volunteer program.

National farm animal protection nonprofit whose Southern California shelter in Acton houses about 100 rescued farm animals and runs guided tours Friday through Sunday.

Redlands nonprofit founded in 2025 that shelters abandoned farm animals and runs field trips, a youth program, a seasonal pumpkin patch and volunteer days.

Morongo Valley nonprofit where more than a hundred rescued animals roam among outdoor art; adults-only guided tours and day passes fund the rescue, and the address is shared on booking.

Chatsworth care farm that combines a rescued-animal sanctuary with garden, volunteer and education programs and posts ranch open hours on its site.

Exotic animal sanctuary in Alpine housing more than 60 rescued animals across 19 species, including big cats, bears and ranch animals, open by reservation Wednesday through Saturday.

San Pedro rehabilitation hospital for stranded sea lions and seals, open to visitors Friday through Monday with docent-led viewing.

Volunteer-run Lake Elsinore sanctuary for pigs, cows, goats, sheep, birds and small animals; visits are arranged by email and volunteers commit to weekly four-hour shifts.

Laguna Beach hospital for stranded sea lions, elephant seals, harbor seals and fur seals that rehabilitates and releases its patients with the help of animal care and education volunteers.

Lakeside nonprofit that rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes pot-bellied pigs and lists volunteer opportunities on its site.

Culver City environmental science museum and rescue center for confiscated exotic wildlife, with hourly weekend public tours and a volunteer program for ages 14 and up.

Off-grid farmed animal rescue in Temecula that runs private tours, ticketed public events, an annual gala and a regenerative garden volunteer program.

Acton farm animal sanctuary caring for about 30 rescued cows, donkeys, horses, pigs, sheep, goats and birds, visited by appointment with a day's notice.

Big cat preserve in Acton, home to more than 50 rescued lions, tigers, leopards and other exotic cats, visited on reserved monthly safaris for adults.

Santa Clarita sanctuary for rescued cows, horses, pigs, goats and birds that opens to the public on Sundays and pairs animal care with programs for youth.

Ramona farm animal sanctuary founded in 2020 that asks volunteers for a recurring commitment and hosts fundraising events on site; its street address is not published.

Menifee nonprofit sanctuary for goats, chickens, horses and other rescued animals that offers private tours by donation and takes volunteer applications.