the ultimate guide to the world`s top ranch vacations

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE WORLD’S TOP RANCH VACATIONS
breathtaking
authentic
unparalleled
A TOP50 RANCH STAY OFFERS EXPERIENCES UNMATCHED BY ANY OTHER GETAWAY
Top50 propels you into the world's most unfettered landscapes. Step back in time as the wide open spaces,
feeling of unlimited freedom, and the fresh air and sounds of nature pull you into their grandeur. The beauty
of these powerful landscapes will leave you forever changed.
Submerse yourself in a lifestyle that is fashionably timeless. Top50 invites you to share in a world of an iconic
cowboy lifestyle of rural culture where no other experience competes. Embracing our signature hospitality
and quality service creates an experience unmatched.
Embark on a journey untouched by any other getaway. From sunrise in the Sonora desert to the Southern
Cross in Australia, a Top50 ranch vacation offers unique experiences you won't find anywhere else. Take to the
saddle for a horseback riding adventure in some of the world's most untamed landscapes, and cultivate new
and lasting friendships as you transcend into a lifestyle far from your own.
WHY BOOK WITH TOP50 ~ IT PAYS
CONFUSED BY THE NUMBER OF RANCH-LIKE OPPORTUNITIES?
Top50’s brand was designed to take the guesswork and
confusion out of finding a ranch vacation.
We want to work with you to give you the opportunity of a lifetime and an experience you’ll never forget.
Top50 offers Peace of mind - Each ranch is vetted to ensure quality for you. Top50 is exceptionally
stringent in the selection process and each ranch has been personally visited and tested; choosing
ranches who strive for excellence and exceed the highest standards of hospitality and service, knowl
edge, activities, and excellence in riding. Not all ranches visited meet the requirements, only those
that pass the established standards make it onto the web site and into the brochure.
Know exactly what you get before you book. Knowing exactly what to expect can make or break a
holiday. You will know what to expect before you get there.
Speak direct with us - calling Top50 is a personal experience. Top50 visits the ranches and can
describe the holiday to you from first-hand experience.
We know you because we are you - we have been the guest looking for the right ranch, we have been
the owner of the guest ranch and we ride and own our own horses; therefore, we understand what
you want and need. We understand the type of riding and ranch vacation you’re looking for even
when you don’t!
Top50 possesses integrity and will not be bought. We always choose to represent ranches striving for
the best in quality.
Ensures the best ranch for YOU. A Top50 Ranch does not just want Guest business - they want the
Right guest business. If a Top50 ranch is not right for you, we’ll tell you, ensuring your money is
well spent, and peace of mind that your chosen ranch will give you the best stay available.
You'll be able to embrace each ranch's unique culture finding it a true one-of-a-kind experience.
Each person’s idea of the ideal riding and ranch experience varies, therefore, Top50 has reached out to
find a wide selection of ranches offering a variety of experiences.
breathtaking ~ authentic ~ unparalleled
ARGENTINA
Estancia Ranquilco NEUQUEN, ARGENTINA
Photo Courtesy of Eddie Thornton
Phone: contact via email
Email: [email protected] Website: ranquilco.com
Ranch Type: Working Estancia Capacity: 8
Experience: A very remote, family-owned, 100,000-acre horse and cattle ranch nestled in the foothills of
the Andes. Described as a ‘hidden gem’
Specialty: True adventure and unparalleled remoteness for the avid rider, 7 and 10 day pack trips into the
mountains of Chile, Riders have the option to either base their stay at the estancia or book a pack trip,
Gaucho culture
Distinction: Legendary experience for the avid rider, The only way in is on horseback, A hidden world set
deep in the Patagonian mountains, Customizable pack trips into the Patagonian Andes, Once-in-alifetime experience, Immersion into nature, Private and privileged fishing on the world-class Trocoman
and Picunleo rivers
Non-Riding Partner: Campouts, Bird watching, Outdoor pool, Hot springs, Fly and river fishing, Submerse
into gaucho culture, Relax in a world unto its own
Estancia Los Potreros CÓRDOBA, ARGENTINA
Phone: 54.11.6091.2692
Email: [email protected] Website: estancialospotreros.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Working Estancia Capacity: 12
Experience: A true estancia experience combining fabulous horses, beautiful scenery and first-class
hospitality
Specialty: All riding levels welcome, Estancia experience, Polo, Paso Peruano horses, Working farm,
Family/home stay, Personal service, Stud farm
Distinction: Mixed riding abilities, Experience polo, Argentine rodeo
Non-Riding Partner: Walking, Wine tasting, Visiting local churches, Taking in the culture of the region
AUSTRALIA
Snowy River Horseback Adventure NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
Phone: 54.02.6457.8393
Email: [email protected] Website: snowyriverhorsebackadventure.com.au
Ranch Type: Horse Trek Capacity: 10
Experience: Snowy River Horseback Adventure specializes in leading small groups on two- to five-day
treks across the snowy river countryside
Specialty: Some of the best riding country Australia has to offer, Experienced guides take you along
bush trails, old stock routes, fire and brumby trails, winding through forests of majestic snowgums and
mountain ash
Distinction: A reputation for quality unsurpassed in the field of horse trekking, Quality Australian stock
horses, Comfortable Old Ingebirah homestead accommodations, Chef-prepared meals with the best local
ingredients available, including fresh herbs and salads picked from the gardens
Non-Riding Partner: Climbing, Mountain biking, Massage, hiking, Relaxing in the quiet countryside,
Wildlife viewing – kangaroo, wallabies and more, Birding, Nearby ski resorts
CANADA
Echo Valley Ranch and Spa BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Phone: 800.253.8831
Email: [email protected] Website: evranch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family Capacity: 30 (independent travel) to 50 (group travel)
Experience: Quintessential Canadian guest ranch experience featuring elegant log lodge accommodations
and a world-class spa, offering a wide variety of experiences in a spectacular natural setting that includes
grasslands, forests, desert and mountains
Specialty: Trail riding in spectacular scenery, Guided hiking, Fly fishing, Gold panning, 4x4 safaris, Thai spa
therapies, Western spa therapies
Distinction: Located amongst four distinct biomes, Exceptional accommodations, Summer family
program, ‘Ranch by Rail’ program from Vancouver, Private paved landing strip, Thai and western spa
therapies, Locally-sourced ingredients make for an ‘eat fresh, eat local’ ethos, Photo safaris
Non-Riding Partner: Guided and self-guided hiking, Fly fishing, 4x4 safaris, Gold panning, Cooking
classes , Fitness centre, Pool, Full-service spa
Free Rein Ranch BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Phone: 250.593.0332
Email: [email protected] Website: freereinranch.com
Ranch Type: Family Capacity: 12
Experience: True freedom to decide how to spend your days on the ranch – you choose your schedule
during your stay
Specialty: Comfortable and relaxing, intimate environment, Unlimited riding, Riding instruction,
Practical horsemanship, Hands-on experience
Distinction: Intimate environment, Unlimited riding, Riding instruction, Practical horsemanship,
Hands-on experience, Saddle your own horse
Non-Riding Partner: Mountain biking, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming, Kayaking, Canoeing
Siwash Lake Ranch BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Phone: 250.395.6541
Email: [email protected] Website: siwashlakeranch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Working, Family, Adults Capacity: 24
Experience: A wilderness paradise – embrace cowboy culture and an alluring blend of nature, horses
and eco-adventure, with an exquisite journey beyond the ordinary
Specialty: Responsive horses, 80,000 acres of true wilderness, Eco-friendly, Authentic, Multi-adventure
for both extremists and soft adventurers, Multi-generation family vacations, Romance, Honeymoons, All
riding levels, Riding instruction, Home-grown food, Fine dining, Private and intimate, Remote hideaway
Distinction: Freedom, Private and exclusive, Boutique, Personal guides or ride unescorted, Groom and
saddle your own horse, Eco-friendly, Ultra high-end, Gymkhana, Arena work, Private instruction
Non-Riding Partner: All on-site: Fly fishing, Hiking, Mountain biking, Skeet shooting, Wilderness
survival, Spa, Canoeing, Swimming, Bird watching
Sundance Guest Ranch BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Phone: 1.250.453.2422 or toll free North America 1.800.553.3533
Email: [email protected] Website: sundanceguestranch.com
Ranch Type: Family, Rustic, Adventure Riding Capacity: 50
Experience: Spectacular adventure horseback riding just four hours from Vancouver, Canada in the
beautiful BC interior.
Specialty: Sundance Guest Ranch runs a herd of over 100 happy, well-cared-for horses with 20,000
acres of spectacular and varied terrain to explore, and the horseback riding is truly wonderful,
whether you're looking for relaxing, instructive or exciting!
Distinction: Family friendly and children’s programs in the summer. Ladies only specialty weekends
and Gourmet dining weekends in the Fall and Spring. Large outdoor heated pool.
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Relaxing, Pool, unguided fishing.
Three Bars Ranch BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Phone: 250.426.5230
Email: [email protected] Website: threebarsranch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family Capacity: 40
Experience: The adventure ranch of the Canadian Rockies
Specialty: Wide variety of activities for the whole family, Meets the needs of guests with varied
vacation interests
Distinction: Offers varied, alternative activities every morning and afternoon, Truly unique and
distinctive program
Non-Riding Partner: Rafting, Fishing, ATV-ing, Mountain biking, Shooting, Hiking, Evening program
Tod Mountain Ranch BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Phone: 250.578.8881
Email: [email protected] Website: todmountainranch.com
Ranch Type: Adult-Focused Capacity: 16
Experience: Like coming home – a warm welcome, favourite meals, and the only chore on the job list
being to share in the attentive care of the horses
Specialty: Wholesome, home-cooked meals, Unbridled hospitality, Luxuriously rustic accommodation,
‘Total immersion’ horse experience
Distinction: Wrangler for a day, Total immersion horse experience
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Mountain biking, Fishing, Golf
MEXICO
Rancho Las Cascadas SAN AGUSTIN BUENAVISTA, MEXICO
Phone: 52.155.3036.0390
Email: [email protected] Website: ranchomex.com
Ranch Type: Luxury Capacity: 28
Experience: Internationally renowned equestrian experience in the Americas with great open-range
horse riding for any ability of rider. For the true rider and those who would like to become one!
Specialty: Fantastic horses, Unique landscapes, Intriguing cultural tours, Uncompromised service and
hospitality, Exclusive piece of paradise
Distinction: Luxury ranch, Cultural tours, Affordable prices, Phenomenal hospitality and service, Great
food, Gorgeous waterfalls, Visit famous landmarks such as Teotihuacan, the famous pyramids of the
sun and the moon, and the beautiful colonial town of San Miguel de Allende
Non-Riding Partner: Solar-heated infinity pool with integrated jacuzzi, Hot tub, Hiking, Mountain
biking, Bird watching, Yoga, Running, Photography and painting opportunities, Cultural experiences
Los Banos Ranch SONORA, MEXICO
Phone: 52.955.2577
Email: [email protected] Website: tierrachamahuaecoadventures.com
Ranch Type: Working, Wilderness Capacity: 16
Experience: World-class backcountry horseback riding and box-canyon hiking, set amidst 30,000
pristine acres of diverse, rugged, remote wilderness, with a vastness and serenity that is highly sought
but hard to find. Exclusive, private and unique
Specialty: Mexico and Sonoran Desert's best adventure guest ranch, Backcountry riding, Box canyon
hiking, Diversity, High desert, Relaxation, Hot springs, Lake kayaking, Lake fishing
Distinction: Diverse ecosystems, Elevation diversity, Box canyon hiking, Backcountry riding, Pristine
wilderness, Privacy and exclusivity, Diverse eco-adventures
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Kayaking, Porching, Trekking, Fishing, Wildlife spotting, Birding, Jeep
eco-tours, Hot springs, Mountain biking, Canyoning, Bouldering
NEW ZEALAND
Beaumont High Country Experience SOUTHLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 64.03.931.9858
Email: [email protected] Website: beaumontexperience.co.nz
Ranch Type: Working Capacity: 6
Experience: The premier intimate New Zealand holiday. Unforgettable high-country horse riding and
backcountry experiences on a family-owned and managed New Zealand sheep ranch
Specialty: Sheep mustering, Cattle mustering, Individually tailored packages, Riding designed around
guests’ interests
Distinction: Exclusive attention, Sheep mustering, Authentic New Zealand ranch
Non-Riding Partner: Guided 4x4 tours, Walking, Fishing, Soaking in the vast and natural landscapes
ARIZONA
Rancho de los Caballeros ARIZONA, USA
Phone: 800.684.5030
Email: [email protected] Website: ranchodeloscaballeros.com
Ranch Type: Resort, Family, Adults Capacity: 125
Experience: An historic ranch resort with the soul of a bed and breakfast, where guests enjoy
traditional resort amenities and western activities amidst 20,000 acres of lush Sonoran desert
Specialty: Horse riding for all ages and abilities, Team penning, Cowboy cookouts, Bed and breakfast
hospitality, Golf and spa packages, Sophisticated cuisine
Distinction: All-inclusive, Traditional resort amenities, Award-winning championship golf, Full-service
spa, Family-owned for over 60 years, An hour’s drive from Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix, Member of
Historic Hotels of America, Free wi-fi throughout property
Non-Riding Partner: Championship golf at the Golf Club, Full-service spa, On-site trap and skeet range,
Shopping and sightseeing in historic Wickenburg, ATV and jeep tours available
White Stallion Ranch ARIZONA, USA
Phone: 520.297.0252
Email: [email protected] Website: wsranch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family, Adults Capacity: 75
Experience: A unique experience at an authentic western ranch that satisfies the vacation expectations
of experienced riders and total beginners alike
Specialty: Variety of riding, Team penning, Riding lessons, Confidence building, Customer service,
Good food, Comfort, Security, Something for all interests
Distinction: Visit the Sonoran desert, Trail ride in the Saguaro National Park, Wine and cheese ride,
Horsemanship clinics, Photography workshops, Help with the horse care
Non-Riding Partner: Swimming, Tennis, Hiking, Photo opportunities, Golf and shopping nearby, Local
sight-seeing attractions
CALIFORNIA
Alisal Ranch CALIFORNIA, USA
Phone: 805.688.6411
Email: [email protected] Website: alisal.com
Ranch Type: Resort, Family Capacity: 200
Experience: Early California living at its finest, located in a natural setting that evokes the spirit of
adventure. Guests can rub elbows with the cowboys while picking up on a few secrets of the guest
ranch experience
Specialty: Horseback riding, Golf, Tennis, Fishing, Boating
Distinction: Fly-fishing instruction, Summer rodeos
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking trails, Fitness center, Spa, Swimming, Wine tasting
Rankin Ranch CALIFORNIA, USA
Phone: 661.867.2511
Email: [email protected] Website: rankinranch.com
Ranch Type: Working, Family Capacity: 50
Experience: History, horses and western hospitality for all ages at one of California's most famous
old-time working cattle ranches
Specialty: Horseback riding, Children’s activities, Home-cooked meals, Evening activities, Haywagon
rides, BBQs, Swimming, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing, No cell service or televisions
Distinction: Wholesome ranch, Family oriented, Enthusiastic young adults run the children’s program,
Back to basics, One of California’s oldest working cattle ranches
Non-Riding Partner: Swimming, Hiking, Fishing, Recreation room, Relaxing
COLORADO
Badger Creek Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 719.837.2962
Email: [email protected] Website: badgercreekranch.com
Ranch Type: Working Capacity: 6
Experience: A quaint working cattle and guest ranch located high in the spectacular Colorado Rocky
Mountains. Rare opportunity to share in a real ranching family’s livelihood for the authentic western
vacation of a lifetime
Specialty: Horse riding, Cattle work, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Relaxing, Trout fishing, Exploring native
American ruins, Gold panning, Private guest house accommodations
Distinction: Intimate experience with authentic and genuine ranch owners, Work cattle, Help train a
horse, Ride in open country
Non-Riding Partner: Relaxing on the porch, Hiking, Mountain biking, Swimming in the spring-fed creek,
Trout fishing, Massage, Exploring native American ruins, Rock hounding, Gold panning, Bird watching,
Wildlife viewing
C Lazy U Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 970.887.3344
Email: [email protected] Website: clazyu.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family Capacity: 110
Experience: Colorado’s original luxury guest ranch featuring seemingly endless, year-round activities
that draw upon rich traditions of the American West
Specialty: Family vacation, Children’s program, Gourmet dining, Spa services, Orvis-endorsed
fly-fishing lodge
Distinction: Ropes course, Zip line, Two miles of private fly-fishing streams
Non-Riding Partner: Fly fishing, Mountain biking, Hiking, Ropes course, Zip line, Spa treatments, Golf,
Trap shooting, Archery, Hunting
Chico Basin Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 719.641.9677
Email: [email protected] Website: chicobasinranch.com
Ranch Type: Working Capacity: 6
Experience: Hands-on working ranch experience where guests ride and learn about large-scale, real-life
cattle ranching and horseback ranch work
Specialty: Best for riders with experience, Riders cover country – move herds in 12,000 to 50,000 acre
pastures, Low-stress cattle handling, Ride real ranch horses, One-to-one horsemanship and roping,
Work as the ranchers and cowboys do – even down to fixing fence
Distinction: Live real-life everyday ranching, No frills, Riding centered around ranch work, Traditional
ranching techniques, Hands-on, Emphasis on conservation and education – learn about ecological
conservation through grazing
Non-Riding Partner: Fishing, Birding, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Leathercraft
Elk Mountain Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 800.432.8812
Email: Via contact form on website Website: elkmtn.com
Ranch Type: Family Capacity: 30
Experience: Offering a complete seven-night package inclusive of the best activities that Colorado has
to offer at a very reasonable, all-inclusive price. Unique for its spectacular location, horseback rides of
unmatched beauty and variety, superb menu and intimate capacity
Specialty: Family oriented, Scenery, Ride in the largest collection of 14,000-plus peaks in the lower 48
states, Whitewater rafting, Children's program
Distinction: Raft the "Whitewater Capital" of Colorado, Colorado's highest guest ranch, View the largest
collection of 14,000 plus peaks in the lower 48 states
Non-Riding Partner: Whitewater rafting, Shooting sports, Van trip to Aspen, Mountain biking, Fishing
High Lonesome Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 970.283.9420
Email: [email protected] Website: TheHighLonesomeRanch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury Ranch, Family and Adult Ranch, Working Ranch Capacity: 45
Experience: Find your inner cowboy, true working ranch coupled with luxurious western lodging and cuisine,
5 days of riding provide a variety of experiences from a western obstacle course to timbered mountain
slopes and lush valley trails, with a cattle drive through some of the Colorado Rockies' most beautiful terrain
Specialty: Wranglers make all levels of riders feel confident while providing exciting riding experience on
the ranch's horses, chosen for each rider. Also gives an introduction to fly-fishing, sporting clays, wild horse
viewing, and more.
Distinction: Breathtaking scenery, Diverse terrain, 300 square miles of deeded and permitted land, Varied
activities, Farm-to-table Contemporary Western cuisine, Western Elegant lodging, High-end detail-oriented
ranch, Warm hosts, Dedication to land restoration, Conservation and wildlife management.
Non-Riding Partner: Fly-fishing, Wing shooting, Big game hunting, Sporting clays, Archery, Wild horse tours,
Wildlife viewing, Hiking, Mountain biking, Massage, Contemporary western cooking classes
Latigo Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 800.227.9655
Email: [email protected] Website: latigotrails.com
Ranch Type: Family Capacity: 35
Experience: Rated Colorado's Best Dude Ranch. Guests rave about Latigo's horses, staff and food, and
the variety of scenery that can't be beaten
Specialty: Overnight pack trips, Riding instruction, Cattle roundups, Team penning
Distinction: Situated in the heart of National Forest, Sorting/cutting cattle in arena, Remote pack trips
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking trails, Mountain biking, Fly fishing, Taking in the scenery, Photographic
opportunities, Solace for reading
Majestic Dude Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 800-325-9462 • 970-533-7900
Email: [email protected] Website: majesticduderanch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family Capacity: 75
Experience: An unforgettable mountain retreat where the ranch caters to its guests and puts guests’
satisfaction first
Specialty: Varied children's activities, Horseback riding in a majestic setting, Mountain bike guides with
spectacular mountain biking trails
Distinction: Guest comes first, Only ranch in the world with a major MLB baseball field and state-ofthe-art batting cage facility, Guided mountain bike tours on top-of-the-range mountain bikes
Non-Riding Partner: Movies under the stars, Rodeos, Swimming, Fishing, Cookouts, Canoeing, Whitewater rafting, Mountain biking, Archery, Line dancing, Hiking, Petting zoo, Baseball
North Fork Ranch & Fishing Lodge COLORADO, USA
Phone: 800.843.7895
Email: [email protected] Website: northforkranch.com
Ranch Type: Family, Adults Capacity: 35
Experience: A ranch for families, run by a family, with a welcoming feel and a multitude of activities to
satisfy everyone’s different interests – a week here is never long enough
Specialty: Small, intimate trail rides to create a bond with your horse, High level of service and hospitality,
Horsemanship clinics, Complete and diverse program, World-class fly-fishing, Wilderness pack trips
Distinction: Only an hour from Denver, An Orvis-endorsed fishing lodge, Meticulously cared-for river,
Great value guaranteed with a handshake, Experience a personal connection with the owners who
care deeply about your stay
Non-Riding Partner: White-water rafting, Hiking, Guided and unguided fly-fishing, Pond fishing, Skeet
and target shooting, 4x4 jeep tours, Mountain biking, Sightseeing and shopping tours, Massage
therapy, Heated pool, Hot tubs
Vista Verde Ranch COLORADO, USA
Phone: 970.879.3858
Email: [email protected] Website: vistaverde.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Adults, Family Capacity: 40
Experience: Luxury dude ranch with a diverse offering of activities
Specialty: Diverse activities, Mountain biking, Horsemanship clinics, Culinary program, Winter
programs, Indoor riding arena
Distinction: Situated near Steamboat Springs, Large choice of activities that are all phenomenal
programs – not just auxiliary to the horse riding
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Fishing, Mountain biking, Yoga, Cooking class, Wine tasting, Photography
workshops, Winter skiing, snowshoeing, sledding
Zapata Ranch COLORADO, USA
Photo Courtesy of Karen Myers
Phone: 719.378.2356
Email: [email protected] Website: zranch.org
Ranch Type: Working Capacity: 30
Experience: A hands-on, 103,000-acre working bison and cattle ranch experience, bordering Great
Sand Dunes National Park and 14,000-ft peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range
Specialty: Working ranch, Hands-on experience, Ride with bison, Customized vacations and activities
with highly accommodating and friendly staff, Enjoy the ranch’s own grass-fed bison, beef and locallygrown produce
Distinction: Ride with bison, Intimate working ranch experience with lodge or cabin accommodations,
Accommodating staff, Gourmet meals prepared by former chef to the Carnegie family, Exclusive and
extreme adventure experience – round up 2,000 head of wild buffalo each fall
Non-Riding Partner: Nature walks and birding with a naturalist, Fishing, Hiking, Rafting, Climbing,
Tours into the Sand Dunes
FLORIDA
BG Equestrian Resort FLORIDA, USA
Phone: 352.245.7779
Email: [email protected]
Ranch Type: Luxury Villa and Resort Capacity: 30
Experience: Beautiful year round Resort in Florida Horse Country, Events at Florida Horse Park on our
doorstep, Personalized individualized services
Specialty: All levels of riding welcome, Polo Lessons, Private Villa and Cottages, Private Chef, Events
Distinction: Adjoining Florida Horse Park and Cross Florida Greenway for hours of riding, Polo, Private Villas
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Mountain Biking, nearby Golf, Tennis, Disneyworld and Orlando 60
minutes away
IDAHO
Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch IDAHO, USA
Phone: 208.774.3544
Email: [email protected] Website: idahorocky.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family, Adults Capacity: 50
Experience: In the breathtaking setting of the Sawtooth Mountains and Salmon River, spirited adventure,
vibrant history, natural luxury, gracious hospitality -- the West's finest traditions. A vacation "as you wish", with
relaxed schedules and a knowledgeable staff to arrange all, complemented by fine cuisine and amenities.
Specialty: Relaxed schedules and freedom to choose extreme adventure to soothing relaxation from the wealth of
opportunities. The perfect mix of historic charm and modern comfort. Authentic expression of western history
and culture through activities, architecture, food and wine, music, literature and gracious hospitality.
Distinction: Breathtaking Sawtooth Mountain views, in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, limitless
recreation without the crowds, artfully renovated lodge and cabins in the National Register of Historic Places,
iconic front porch, natural hot springs swimming pool, peaceful ambiance, opportunity to unplug
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Mountain biking, Fly and spin-cast fishing, Hot-springs pool, Weekly mountain biking
and casting clinics, Naturalist presentations and nature walks, Visits to ghost towns and local interpretive centers
Red Horse Mountain Ranch IDAHO, USA
Phone: 888.689.9680
Email: [email protected] Website: redhorsemountain.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family Capacity: 50
Experience: Known for its amazing list of guided adventures, this ranch resort offers well-appointed
accommodations, first-rate western hospitality and a famous Kid's Program for ages 3 and upward
Specialty: Summer family vacations, Girl's getaway weeks, Wine tasting weeks
Distinction: Adventures for the entire family, Famous wine-coursed dinners, Riding program for ages 3
and upward
Non-Riding Partner: Guided Fly-fishing lessons, Lake fishing, Archery, Sporting clays, High-element
challenge course, Zip line, Climbing wall, Hiking, Yoga, Kayaking, Bike tours, Mountain biking, Boat
tours, Swimming, Lengthy list of self-guided adventures, Massage, Off-ranch fly fishing on the wild and
scenic St Joe River
MONTANA
Averill's Flathead Lake Lodge MONTANA, USA
Phone: 406.837.4391
Email: [email protected] Website: flatheadlakelodge.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family Capacity: 120
Experience: An historic, family-operated guest ranch located in the mountains of north west Montana
on the shores of Flathead Lake, offering the ultimate family vacation with unlimited horse and water
recreation. Only 40 miles from Glacier National Park
Specialty: Flathead Lake, Glacier National Park, Water sports – boat cruising, sailing and water skiing,
Junior wrangler, Kids rodeo, Steak fry, Barn dance, Fly fishing, Hiking, Arts and crafts, Tennis, Spa, Team
penning and roping
Distinction: Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, Sailing 51' Q Class sail boats, Water sports, Lakefront
ranch, Antique firetruck rides to steak fry, Artisan town of Bigfork, Art gallery boat cruise, Fourth of July
fireworks and parade, Adults-only weeks
Non-Riding Partner: Glacier National Park, Sailing, Water skiing, Boat cruises, Wake boarding, Stand-up
paddle boarding, Swimming, Lake fishing, Fly fishing, Pool, Hiking, Tennis, Canoeing, Kayaking, Ski
boats, Spa, Arts and Crafts, Volleyball, Basketball, Pond fishing
Bar W Guest Ranch MONTANA, USA
Phone: 406.863.9099
Email: [email protected] Website: thebarw.com
Ranch Type: Family Capacity: 50
Experience: Western vacations for all ages – a great place to spend time with family and friends, enjoy the
outdoors, take part in a wide variety of activities and generally have fun
Specialty: Trail riding, Cattle drives, Rodeo events, Women-only weeks, Adults-only weeks, Photography
weeks, Open year-round
Distinction: A smaller ranch that is flexible and accommodates guests’ needs and special requests,
Located just four miles from the town of Whitefish, which offers great shopping, fine dining and
nightlife, Glacier National Park just 30 miles away, Knowledgeable and professional staff
Non-Riding Partner: Skeet shooting, Archery, Wagon rides, Fly fishing lessons, Swimming in Spencer
Lake, Square dancing, Canoeing, Birding, Roping, Guided hikes, Rodeos, Shopping, Campfires, Mountain
biking, Horseshoes, Volleyball, Golf, Lake fishing, Whitewater rafting
Bonanza Creek MONTANA, USA
Phone: 406.572.3366
Email: [email protected] Website: bonanzacreekcountry.com
Ranch Type: Working, Adults Capacity: 12
Experience: Fun and adventure while riding with fellow experienced riders on a generational Montana
cattle ranch. Friendly atmosphere, beautiful scenery, challenging cattle work and comfortable cabins
bring guests back year after year
Specialty: Riding for experienced riders, Fast riding, Generational cattle ranch, Challenging cattle work
and large pasture gathers, Team penning, Few guests, Friendly
Distinction: Experienced riders, Long hours in the saddle, Riding to your ability, True cattle work, Team
penning, All-day rides in the Crazy Mountains, Indian pictographs in the Castle Mountains
Non-Riding Partner: Fishing, Hiking, Massage, Ghost town, Sightseeing, Rustic hot tub, Wagon rides,
Photographic opportunities
Lone Mountain Guest Ranch MONTANA, USA
Phone: 406.995.4644 • 800.514.4644
Email: [email protected] Website: lonemountainranch.com
Ranch Type: Family Capacity: 75
Experience: A winter and summer guest ranch with a rich history and vibrant soul, located in the
greater Yellowstone ecosystem. Offering four-night to week-long all-inclusive vacations. Historic
cabins, incredible gourmet meals and a plethora of activities
Specialty: Outdoor children’s program, Horseback riding, Naturalist-guided hiking, Mountain biking,
Yellowstone Park tours, Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing program, World-class Nordic ski center offering
rentals, lessons and clinics, Snowshoeing, Alpine skiing, Sleigh Rides, Trail buffets, BBQs
Distinction: Yellowstone Park tours, Horseback riding, Phenomenal outdoor children’s program,
Naturalist-guided activities, Nordic skiing, Snowshoeing, Sleigh Rides
Non-Riding Partner: Fly fishing, Hiking, Mountain biking, Yellowstone Park tours, Skiing, Snowshoeing
McGinnis Meadows MONTANA, USA
Phone: 406.293.5000
Email: [email protected] Website: mmgranch.net
Ranch Type: Working Capacity: 18
Experience: An authentic working ranch focusing on the Buck Brannaman style of horsemanship for all
levels of riders. Guests can put the horsemanship into practice working and moving cattle over 75,000
acres of summer range, or exploring country in any direction from the ranch
Specialty: Buck Brannaman style horsemanship, Cattle working, Season-long cattle drives
Distinction: Buck Brannaman style of horsemanship taught clinic-style any day of any week by the
McGinnis Meadows skilled wranglers – bring your own horse or ride one of the ranch’s well-taught
ranch horses, All saddles and tack are custom-made (the ranch uses only Slick Fork saddles and Snaffle
Bits with Mecate reins)
Non-Riding Partner: Fly-fishing Opportunities nearby with a local fly-fishing outfitter, Hiking, Relaxing
Mountain Sky Guest Ranch MONTANA, USA
Phone: 800.548.3392
Email: [email protected] Website: www.mountainsky.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Family, Resort Ranch
Experience: 10k private acres, Yellowstone, destination meal rides
Specialty: Kids, kids, kids! Fantastic horses, Unique landscapes, Uncompromised service and
hospitality, Exclusive piece of paradise
Distinction: 1 to 1, 80%, gourmet dining
Non-Riding Partner: Golf, Hiking, Fly-fishing, Yoga, Spa & Fitness, Swim, Shop, Yellowstone Tours, White
Water Raft, Rock Climb, Tennis, Horseshoes, Volleyball, Basketball, and more!
Ranch At Rock Creek MONTANA, USA
Phone: 406.859.6101
Email: [email protected] Website: theranchatrockcreek.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Working, Family Capacity: 85
Experience: The ultimate luxury guest ranch that brings together upscale amenities and wide open
spaces like never before
Specialty: Unique accommodations, Outstanding service and hospitality, Personal touch, Serene
comfort, Limitless activities, All-inclusive
Distinction: Warm and welcoming spirit, Modern elegance with rustic charm, Activities including
sapphire mining and historic town tours, Carriage and sleigh rides, 14' movie theatre, Indoor bowling,
Good land management practices
Non-Riding Partner: Clay target and pistol shooting, Downhill and cross-country skiing, Snowmobiling,
Hiking, Mountain biking, Blue Ribbon stream fly-fishing, Paintball, Archery, Ice skating and hockey,
Luxury tents, Full-service spa, Bowling
The Resort at Paws Up MONTANA, USA
Phone: 800.473.0601
Email: [email protected] Website: pawsup.com
Ranch Type: Working, Luxury, Family, Romance Capacity: 225
Experience: Montana's premier luxury ranch resort, situated on a sprawling 37,000-acre working cattle
ranch in central, western Montana
Specialty: Luxury home suites, Luxury camping, Unique and exhilarating wilderness adventures,
Excellent service, Gourmet cuisine
Distinction: Family atmosphere, Rustic elegance, Wide open spaces, Private home accommodations
and luxury tents with private butler, Superb food and wine, 10 miles of the Blackfoot River
Non-Riding Partner: Fly fishing, Sporting clays, Cattle drives, River rafting, ATVs, Hot-air ballooning,
Full-service spa, Winter snowmobiling, skiing, ice skating and sleigh rides
Sweet Grass Ranch MONTANA, USA
Phone: 406.537.4477
Email: [email protected] Website: sweetgrassranch.com
Ranch Type: Working, Family Capacity: 24
Experience: Working cattle ranch and guest ranch offering exceptional riding opportunities, including
pack trips and cattle drives, plus a diverse range of non-riding activities, making wonderful adventures
for families, couples and singles
Specialty: Families, Singles, Couples, Cattle drives, Swimming with horses, Unlimited riding, Horsemanship clinics, Speciality rides
Distinction: Beautiful, scenic ranch sitting at the base of the Crazy Mountains, Swimming horses
through the creek, Natural water slide
Non-Riding Partner: Photography seminars, Fishing, Hiking, Bird and wildlife viewing, Skeet shooting
Triple Creek Ranch MONTANA, USA
Phone: 800.654.2943
Email: [email protected] Website: triplecreekranch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury, Working, Adults (16 and upward) Capacity: 60
Experience: Award-winning, adult retreat offering rustic elegance, unmatched personalized service and
the romance of the West. Attention to the smallest detail makes the Triple Creek Ranch experience so
memorable
Specialty: Service above and beyond, Gourmet food, All-inclusive, Luxurious accommodations, Breathtaking scenery, Unique activities, Cowboy culture and charm
Distinction: Adults (16 and upward), Service above and beyond, Cowboy activities, Resort Activities,
All-inclusive luxury ranch, Good land stewardship
Non-Riding Partner: Fly fishing, Archery, Wine tasting, Artists workshops, Vintners weekends, Birding and
nature tours, Photography workshops, Photo safaris, Cooking classes, Hiking, Biking, Swimming, Tennis,
Fitness center, ATV-ing, Snowmobiling, Dog Sledding, Tea tasting, Books, Outdoor movies
NEBRASKA
Rowse's 1+1 Ranch NEBRASKA, USA
Phone: 308.346.5530
Email: tammy@1plus1ranch Website: 1plus1ranch.com
Ranch Type: Working, Adults Capacity: 10
Experience: Guests can enjoy a real working ranch experience like no other, participate in all cattle
work, ride fine cowboy horses and sleep in hand-crafted cabins
Specialty: Working ranch, Most accommodating hosts, Experience the life of real cowboys, Quality of
horses is exceptional – well-mannered and responsive
Distinction: Learn about real ranch life, Ride with the owners, Do as the ranchers and cowboys do,
Pasture gathers and arena work, Home-cooked meals with the family, Stay in private, comfortable and
luxurious cabins built by the Rowse family
Non-Riding Partner: Learn about and experience ranch life, Learn to rope, Spend time with the animals,
Enjoy peace and quiet, Relax in the kitchen with owner Tammy, Beautiful walks
NEW MEXICO
Burnt Well Guest Ranch NEW MEXICO, USA
Phone: 575.347.2668
Email: [email protected] Website: burntwellguestranch.com
Ranch Type: Working, Family Capacity: 10
Experience: A working cattle and sheep ranch with no staff, ideal for avid riders wanting to participate
in actual ranch work, beginners who just want to work on their riding skills, or anyone in between.
Guests are always the focus
Specialty: Small and intimate working ranch, Cattle drives with campouts, Riding lessons, All riding
levels, Roping, Families, Singles, Couples, Cattle work, Pasture gathers, Sorting/penning, Campfire
meals, Awesome skies, Warm climate
Distinction: Participate in ranch work, Eat around the family table and campfires, Be part of the ranch
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Pool table, Reading, Bird watching, Enjoy the peace and quiet
Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch NEW MEXICO, USA
Phone: 575-772-5157
Email: [email protected] Website: www.geronimoranch.com
Ranch Type: Guest Ranch, Dude Ranch, Authentic/Hands-on
Capacity: We can accommodate 16 guests, but our average is around 8 people (4 cabins)
Experience: Providing a limited number of guests with the time and place to slow down from the fast
pace of modern life while enjoying the breathtaking, untouched 3.3 million acre Gila National Forest of
Southwest New Mexico.
Specialty: Trail riding in beautiful scenery, and lots of it!
Distinction: A warm, welcoming environment, diverse terrain and incredible vistas, loved and very well
cared for horses, three delicious and plentiful meals a day.
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Bird Watching, Reading a book on the porch swing, relaxing and enjoying
the peace and quiet of our small ranch.
PENNSYLVANIA
Malibu Dude Ranch PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Phone: 800-8MALIBU
Email: [email protected] Website: www.MalibuDudeRanch.com
Ranch Type: Family, Luxury Capacity: 200
Experience: Feel like you are part of the family at a genuine western ranch. Enjoy rustic luxury and
premier equestrian hospitality in the Pocono Mountains near the scenic Delaware River. All-inclusive
year round, Family owned
Specialty: All riding levels on mountain trails in a mature forest, Summer rodeos, Cattle drives, Saloon,
Dancing, Serene relaxed setting
Distinction: Just 3 miles from the town of Milford with a rich history, Lodge and private cabin
accommodations, Diverse riding terrain over hills and valleys through cold water mountain streams
Non-Riding Partner: Indoor heated pool, Tennis, Basketball, Volleyball, Lake fishing, Row boating,
Hiking, Bird watching, Wildlife viewing, Game room, Archery, Shooting range, ATV-ing and
snowmobiling (bring your own), Hunting whitetail deer, Winter skiing and sledding with your
equipment, Hayride and bonfire
TEXAS
Texas Ranch Life TEXAS, USA
Phone: 979.865.3649
Email: [email protected] Website: texasranchlife.com
Ranch Type: Working, Family Capacity: 60
Experience: An authentic, working Texas ranch offering an active, elegant yet relaxed country experience
Specialty: Working ranch, Longhorn cattle, Open-range horseback riding, Outdoor activities, Team
building, Corporate events, Texas hill country, Organic gardening, Wildlife, Hunting (deer, duck and
dove), Bass fishing, Historic homes, Cutting, Rodeo
Distinction: Experience true Texas ranching and the outdoor country lifestyle, from organic gardening
and composting to first-class family style dinners, cattle work and wildlife management, and sharing a
beer with the cowboys after a long day in the saddle
Non-Riding Partner: Fishing, Kawasaki adventure tours, Wildlife observation and study, Hunting, Horse,
cattle and ranch work demonstrations, Photography tours, Outdoor painting, Cooking classes, Barn
dances, Campfire cookouts
WASHINGTON
Bull Hill Guest Ranch WASHINGTON, USA
Phone: 509.732.1171
Email: [email protected] Website: www.bullhill.com
Ranch Type: Working Cattle Ranch, Family Capacity: 30
Experience: Cattle Drives, 50,000+ acres of mountain riding with views of neighboring B.C. Canada,
Lake Roosevelt, & unlimited breathtaking panoramas of lush mountain landscape. Nearby old
fashioned saloon riding destination. Private lake offering incredible fishing, swimming and boating.
Specialty: Incredible horses for all experience levels, unmatched hospitality & friendly staff, wide
variety of terrain for experienced and beginner riders.
Distinction: A genuinely authentic and real western experience from our cattle drives to our trail rides.
Experienced riders have the opportunity to really challenge themselves, especially on cattle drives.
Non-Riding Partner: Skeet Shooting, Fishing, Boating, Swimming, Horseshoes, Massage, Winery Tour.
WYOMING
Bitterroot Ranch WYOMING, USA
Phone: 307.455.2778
Email: [email protected]
Ranch Type: Working, Adult and Family Capacity: 30
Experience: Varied riding on authentic working ranch bordering the Shoshone National Forest and
Wyoming Game and Fish habitat. Lovely home-raised Arabian horses. Home grown beef and lamb served.
Specialty: Improve you horsemanship through riding and training clinics. High horse to guest ratio.
Small riding groups matched according to ability. Pack trips, cattle drives, team sorting.
Distinction: Remote location with incredible views. Diverse terrain includes sagebrush plains, rocky
gorges, pine-clad mountains and Alpine meadows. Catering to experienced riders as well as beginners.
Challenging cattle work. Superb fly fishing in private stream.
Non-Riding Partner: Hiking, Fly fishing, Photography. Visits to the Dubois Museum and the National
Bighorn Sheep Center. Weekly rodeo and Square dance in high season. Chill out with a good book
from our well stocked library.
Double Rafter Cattle Drives WYOMING, USA
Phone: 800.704.9268
Email: [email protected] Website: www.doublerafter.com
Ranch Type: Family Working Ranch Capacity: 20
Specialty: We do 5 Week-Long cattle drives starting in early July and ending early October. This is reality;
It is a go rain or shine. Each trip is in some of the most rugged, pristine, remote, gorgeous country you
have ever seen.
Distinction: My family has been trailing cattle to and from our summer grass for over 120 years and we
still do it the same way our ancestors did it when they homesteaded here in 1887. We own our own
horses and cowboy on them ourselves so we can accommodate every level of rider. We were grazing the
Big Horn Mountains before they were a National Forest and we believe we were the first people to graze
cattle on the mountain.
Non-Riding Partner: Hike, Fish, View wildlife, Sit in the shade and read, Learn to Dutch Oven Cook
Hideout Guest Ranch WYOMING, USA
Phone: 307.765.2080
Email: [email protected] Website: thehideout.com
Ranch Type: Working, Luxury Capacity: 30
Experience: Upscale working cattle, riding and horsemanship guest ranch on a 100-year old, 300,000acre ranch with a unique multicultural and equestrian culture
Specialty: Upscale working cattle ranch, Large pasture gathers, Riding and horsemanship
program,100-year old 300,000-acre ranch, Unique culture
Distinction: Combination of upscale pampering and personal attention while experiencing a real and
operational ranch, Riding with the cowboys, Cattle work, Hands-on horsemanship, View wild horses
roaming on their native land
Non-Riding Partner: Trap shooting, Canoeing, Hiking, Mountain biking, Accompany the ranch
manager on his daily ranch duties, 4x4 and wildlife tours, Massage, Visit Cody, WY for rodeo, museum
and shopping
Lazy L&B Ranch WYOMING, USA
Phone: 800.453.9488
Email: [email protected] Website: lazylb.com
Ranch Type: Adults, Family Capacity: 30
Experience: Adults, singles and families feel at home away from home with the guest ranch’s genuine
hospitality. Surrounded by 80,000 acres of staggering landscapes, guests enjoy simple and quaint
western accommodations in an historical cozy lodge, and hearty, fresh ranch meals
Specialty: Extensive riding, Care for your own horse, Flexible riding schedule, Adults ride with adults of
similar ability, Different terrain to explore every day, Small riding groups, Flexibility in the length and
type of riding, Trot and lope, Secluded, Peaceful, Starry skies, See elk, moose and wild horses
Distinction: Unmatched diversity of country – High desert plateaus, Red sandwash canyons of the Wind
River Indian Reservation, Deep river gorges, High mountain meadows and aspen groves
Non-Riding Partner: Solar-heated swimming pool, Hiking, Fishing, National Big Horn Sheep Center,
Authentic weekly local rodeo, Square dancing, Riflery, Photography
The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch WYOMING, USA
Phone: 307.327.5284
Email: [email protected] Website: brushcreekranch.com
Ranch Type: Luxury guest ranch, Working, Family, Weddings, Business Retreats Capacity: 180
Experience: Adventure and luxury, together in perfect harmony. The ideal destination for sophisticated
individuals and groups to come together in an elegant, private environment, amidst a backdrop of
stunning, unspoiled wilderness
Specialty: Horseback riding, Fly fishing, Shooting sports, Luxury spa, Mountain biking, hiking, Ranger
tours, Paintball, Zip line, Barn dances, Karaoke in the saloon, Campfires underneath a canopy of stars,
Friendly, western-style service with refined touches
Distinction: Ultra-private, all-inclusive Preferred Boutique® destination and Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing
lodge set amidst an authentic 15,000-acre working cattle ranch in the heart of the American West’s
acclaimed Platte River Valley, adjacent to the million-acre Medicine Bow National Forest
Non-Riding Partner: Luxury spa, Yoga, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Biking, Running, Skeet and sporting clays, Wing
Shooting, Archery, Ranger tours, Scenic float trip, Winter snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Nordic skiing
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