Luxurious Dude Ranches Worth Exploring Any Time of the Year
Find inspiration for a Mountain West adventure.
Mountain travel can be a thrill, especially when experiencing the outdoor activities at a dude ranch. In a recent Newsweek reader’s poll, ten dude ranches were announced as the best of the best in the Mountain West.
Find the perfect escape below.
1. The Resort at Paws Up
Where: Greenough, MT
Details: Experience the beauty of Montana on 37,000 private acres of historic estate-land and 10 miles of the Blackfoot river. Paws Up offers over 70 activities and adventures, luxury homes and tents and fine dining.
2. White Stallion Ranch
Where: Tucson, AZ
Details: Revel in mountain nature with activities including horseback riding, e-biking, hiking, shooting range and rock climbing. The ranch welcomes families and groups to enjoy a scenic experience.
3. Kay El Bar Guest Ranch
Photo: Jacob Lovett, Kay El Bar Guest Ranch
Where: Wickenburg, AZ
Details: For over 100 years, Kay El Bar Guest Ranch has offered travellers a one-of-a-kind experience, including breathtaking trails, a pool and hot tub, scenic hikes and a lodge living room.
4. Rancho de los Caballeros
Where: Wickenburg, AZ
Details: 18,000 rideable acres of the Sonoran Desert greet guests for a charming experience. Elegant accommodations, activities, spa and wellness, golf and dining await visitors.
Where: Clark, CO
Details: An all-inclusive winter retreat to go skiing, enjoy sleigh rides and tubing. Vista Verde Ranch says guests can experience the epitome of a Winter Wonderland.
6. Red Horse Mountain Ranch
Where: Harrison, ID
Details: Families, couples and adventure seekers alike can look forward to personalized horseback riding, outdoor activities, cozy accommodations and made from scratch meals.
7. Brooks Lake Lodge
Photo: Brooks Lake Lodge
Where: Dubois, WY
Details: Built in 1922, Brooks Lake Lodge first served vacationers making their way to Yellowstone National Park. Since then, travellers now experience a Western-style vacation with all-inclusive lodging, dining, a spa and amenities.
8. Rocking Z Guest Ranch
Photo: Tracey Buyce, Rocking Z Guest Ranch
Where: Wolf Creek, MT
Details: Horses, horsemanship and riding are key areas that Rocking Z Guest Ranch is dedicated. Guests can also enjoy fly fishing, activities, accommodations and relaxed dining setting.
9. Alisal Ranch
Where: Solvang, CA
Details: Alisal Ranch is located in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country, making it an epic getaway for several occasions. The luxurious ethos of ranch living provides guests a sense of peace and relaxation away from the city.
10. Rainbow Trout Ranch
Where: Antonito, CO
Details: A Wild West adventure awaits visitors ready to ride, go whitewater rafting, fly-fishing and more.
