Ellijay, Georgia
305.310.7465
Highlands
McDonald Ranch

The Ranch

Welcome to our headquarters

Highland Cattle
Lean Grass-Fed Highland Cattle
Ranch Tours
Agrotourism (Coming 2025)
Lodge Rentals
Cabin Rentals (Coming 2026)

The McDonald Family

About Us

From the hill country of Scotland to the hill country of northern Georgia, the McDonald family brings its Scottish heritage to life in our development efforts of the Highlands McDonald Ranch, located in Ellijay, Georgia.

Our purpose is to develop a unique agrotourism destination, enrich our local community, and engage in specialized agricultural research for the betterment of humanity.

Meet The Ranchers

Bella McDonald
Chief Executive Officer
Ed McDonald
Chief Financial Officer

Agriculture R&D

Agriculture research and development (R&D) is essential for improving the productivity, sustainability and resilience of the food system.

At Highlands Ranch, we conduct research on new and improved seeds, crops, animals, vaccines, fertilizers, and management techniques that aim to increase production, improve nutrition, enhance resilience, and reduce environmental impacts of the agricultural sector.

We also collaborate with the USDA and other partners to leverage the strengths of the scientific community.

Water Retention
Animal Syatems
Environmental Services
Food Production
Crop Development
Resource Conservation
Technical Systems
Processing Systems
Genetic Studies

Purebred Highland Cattle

Building our herd for the purpose of propagating strong bloodlines, promoting interest in the Highland cattle breed, and supporting the development of new herds.

Our objective is to provide purebred Highland cattle for sale by fall of 2025.

Join us for Highlands adventures, events and more!

Coming Summer 2025!

Agrotourism

Tours
Cattle Interaction
Primitive Skills
Petting Zoo
Events & Venues
Lodging