Rowley's Red Barn

Alex Cabrero
Nov 3
4 min read

Updated: 2 days ago

Red barn with gray roof, parked cars in front, wreaths on doors. Mountains and cloudy blue sky in background, creating a rustic scene. — *Rowley's Red Barn in Santaquin*

(Santaquin) You know how some places just feel like Utah? The kind of spot where you walk in and instantly get that mix of nostalgia, small-town charm, and friendly people who say hello to you as you walk in? That's how I feel every time I visit Rowley's Red Barn.

Wide view of a cozy wooden store interior, featuring display cases, a "Pick-Up Here" sign, shelves of goods, and warm lighting. — *Lots of great treats in here*

I was in the Santaquin area for work and when I knew I would be driving by the "red barn," I texted Kylie to see if she wanted anything. From experience, I know the fastest way to get her to respond to a message is to ask about a snack from one of her favorite places :) Before I even hit send (kind of), she immediately texted me back asking me to get her some of the Rowley's honey roasted peanut butter. I'm sure you've had Jif or Skippy before, but this peanut butter... wow. It's so good it almost feels wrong.

Plastic containers of honey roasted peanut butter with "Rowley's Red Barn" label arranged on a wooden shelf. Text: "16 fl. oz." — *The honey roasted peanut butter is so good*

Of course, if Kylie gets her favorite treat, that justifies a cheat day for me. Right? So I grabbed one of their apple slushies. It's kind of like one of those Hawaiian-style icy treats that you get in cherry or grape or whatever flavor you want. But this apple slushy is the best if you like anything apple. It tastes like the apple was squeezed right before they filled the the cup. I’ve had a lot of slushies in my life, but this one… I wish I could hand you a cup through the screen. Cold, crisp, sweet, and as good as it gets.

Orange slushie with a red straw in a plastic cup on a speckled countertop. Background shows a counter in a soft-serve area. — *You will crave the apple slushies after you try one*

The barn is packed with all sorts of food and treats and snacks. It's one of those old-fashioned places where nearly everything is produced locally. In a way, it's like a farmer's market in here. The ambiance is perfect for a place like this.

Rustic ice cream counter in a wooden interior. Fall decor adorns the barn-like kiosk. "Order Here" sign, menu, and exit doors visible. — *The front register where you also order ice cream and slushies*

In the back area, you'll find freezers full of local meat, like steaks and burgers. You can also get homemade pies in this part of the store. The selection is always changing, so take a few minutes to see what they have. I bet you'll like something.

Boxes of frozen Ridgeline Pepperjack Bratwurst and Beef Patties on a white freezer shelf. Labels with product names visible. — *Bratwurst and beef patties*

Just past the freezer area, you walk through a door and the temperature instantly drops. This large room is refrigerated to keep these items in here cool. In one corner of this room is a great collection of old-timey soda pop. I'm not talking cans or plastic bottles, but glass bottles just like it was back in the day. There are all sorts of flavors to try, especially a great selection of root beer.

Bottles of colorful sodas on wooden shelves, including blue raspberry, root beer, and ginger ale. Labels feature bold text and graphics. — *Old-fashioned soda pop*

There are also gallons and gallons of some of the best apple cider you can try, as well as cheese, bags of apples, and Kylie's beloved peanut butter. I have tried almost everything here and it is delicious. Plus, you know you're helping support local farmers and producers, so it feels good to buy even more. Depending on the season, you’ll find peaches, apples, pies, cider, and different breads in here.

Cheese and fruit display in a market with wooden crates and baskets. Visible signs include cheese types and fruit prices. Warm, inviting vibe. — *The refrigerated room*

Of course, don't forget the snacks. Back in the main part of the barn, you'll find apple cider donuts, ice cream, popcorn, more donuts, candy, and all the sugar joy you can handle. I think if you're ever having a bad day, one visit to the red barn will cheer you up. Or at least leave you in a sugar rush you'll never forget. Worth it.

Man holding a large bag of "Rowley's Red Barn Kettle Corn" in a wooden-themed store with toys and snacks on shelves, smiling at camera. — *The cheddar kettle corn is a favorite*

There are also souvenirs and a kids section. I mean, if you're grabbing donuts, popcorn, slushies, soda, and ice cream, you have to get something for the kiddos, right?

Cozy wooden store interior with shelves of toys, popcorn in baskets, and fall decorations. A sign reads "Happy Fall." Warm atmosphere. — *Popcorn, souvenirs, and a kids section*

The Story Behind the Barn

Rowley’s Red Barn isn’t just a store, it’s family history. The Rowley family has been farming in the Santaquin area for generations. It began as a few orchards and eventually grew into a country-style store surrounded by thousands of orchards. Over time, the barn became not just a place to buy things, but kind of a gathering spot where Utah families stop on road trips and locals pick up their favorite apples straight from the source. Right across the street, you can see the orchards as well as the Mountainland headquarters where all the fruit comes from. On certain days and holiday seasons, there's a corn maze, and you can even bring the kids on wagon rides and hay rides into the orchards to hear the story of how the Rowley's started and grew to what it is today.

Rows of leafless trees in a green field with a dirt path, set against rugged mountains under a partly cloudy blue sky. Tranquil mood. — *Some of the apple orchards next to the red barn*

Parking lot with three cars in front of a building labeled "Mountainland." Red and beige structure, trees, and a clear sky in the background. — *The Mountainland headquarters*

You can see the red barn right off I-15 near Santaquin. It's in a perfect spot to stop for a quick road trip treat. They take pride in saying everything here is made, grown, or baked locally. The barn itself is beautiful, especially the inside. It has high rafters, warm wood tones, giant windows, and lots of shelves filled with goodies. I mentioned before you'll feel nostalgic walking in here.

Cozy wooden store interior with shelves of jams, snacks, and knick-knacks. Fudge sign visible. Christmas tree decor adds a festive touch. — *Lots of local products*

The barn is open all year long. So, depending on the season, you could get summer apple slushies, fall donuts, winter pies, and spring fresh produce. There’s always something worth coming back for. Maybe that's why the red barn feels so special. It's always there for you to try something out and leave happy. And yes, Kylie loved her peanut butter :)

Red barn with "Rowley's Red Barn Cider Mill Creamery" sign. Cars parked outside. Mountain backdrop under a cloudy blue sky. — *Doesn't a "cider mill" and "creamery" sound so good?*

LOCATION 901 South, 300 West

Santaquin, Utah, 84655 GPS Coordinates Website

Red wooden building with wreaths and wooden barrels, set against a mountainous backdrop under a blue sky. Bench and glass doors visible. — *The front porch is a great gathering spot on summer days*

The sign out front of the red barn

A gravel path through an orchard with brown trees. Blue sky with clouds, mountains in the distance. Calm and serene rural setting. — *Orchards across the street*

Rows of Red Barn apple cider jugs on a wooden shelf. Labels feature apples in a basket with nutrition facts. Watery texture visible on jugs. — *If the apple cider is from the orchard outside, you know it's good*

Bags of various candied popcorn flavors, including caramel and cinnamon, displayed on wooden shelves with rustic decor and price signs. — *Lots of popcorn flavors*

Plastic containers of sugar-coated apple cider donuts with a brown label reading "Apple Cider Donuts" and "Rowley's Red Barn." — *The apple cider donuts are something you must try*

Bags of red and yellow apples on a wooden table. Brown paper bags with "Rowley's Red Barn" text. Warehouse setting, cozy and rustic. — *Bags of apples*

Bakery display with pumpkin spice donuts and dessert cups. Chalkboard lists prices for fudge, cookies, pastries, and pie. Wood backdrop. — *Tough decisions*

Packaged buttermilk cake donuts with a label reading "Rowley's Red Barn." Bright sprinkles visible. Priced at $11.99 per dozen. — *I wish calories didn't count*

Ice cream tubs in a freezer display, featuring vanilla, chocolate, and mint chip flavors. White frosted background, various colors visible. — *We all scream for ice cream*

Assorted cheeses in packaging displayed on a wooden table with a basket and red checkered cloth. Labels read "Hoop Cheddar," "Hot Pepper," and more. — *Different cheeses to try*

1 Comment

Guest

8 hours ago

I love that place, Rowley’s Red Barn. It’s so beautiful, and everything I got was so good. It’s a MUST stop for anyone passing through that area !! Alex, you took me there in 2018, September 7th to be exact. ;-) I’ll never forget that place and I hope to get back out there some day. ♥️ Mom