OUR STORY.
In 1952, Bill Friesen purchased Dunvegan Gardens, laying down the foundation for what would become a proud family legacy. He and his wife, Hilda, built not only a thriving farm and business but also a home filled with family and traditions. One of their sons, Ron, grew up with dirt on his boots and a love for the land. Farming wasn’t something he learned-it was something he lived. Alongside with wife Pauline, they raised three boys who followed in their same path, working in the greenhouse and garden industry in Edmonton and Fort McMurray.
Ron and Pauline’s youngest son Trent was much like his own father and grandfather. He was being called back to Dunvegan to live and work—just as he was raised!
It was 1952…
Trent and his wife Mandi retuned to Dunvegan with their two year old son, Zachary and newborn baby girl, Kylie. Ready to build a life on the land that was so special to all who knew about it!
What started as a dream quickly grew into a working family farm all over again. Growing flowers, vegetables, fruit, and by 2012, their own herd of Bison.
Fast forward to 2024 and this bison herd came home to Dunvegan Gardens! Watching these majestic animals graze and roam the hills is something special. It reminds us, and those who visit here, where our food truly comes from—the land.
We’re still growing sweet corn, an amazing variety of fresh garden vegetables, the most delightful tasting strawberries that we’re incredibly proud of—along with a wide selection in carefully nurtured bedding plants.
Over time we’ve shifted our focus to towards what really matters to most of us-good, honest food.
Our onsite kitchen is a big part of that experience, serving up customer favorites like signature Bison burgers, wraps, soups and hearty bison chili. Farm to fork bison meat, veggies and fruit is what we pride ourselves on.
And because our space is meant to be enjoyed, we have a 10-hole mini golf course, and a 16 flavor selection of hard scoop ice cream (plus a selection of novelty ice cream) as well. This is a special little gem for the kids (and the kids at heart)!
Visit Us!
This little gem is located 26km south of Fairview and 90km north of Grande Prairie on Hwy 2. We are nestled in just East of the Dunvegan Provincial Park/Campground and Historic Dunvegan Visitor Center!