Wyoming Ranch Holidays

This working cattle ranch is located in the heart of Wyoming. "The Cowboy State" is situated along the Seminoe-Alcova Scenic Backway at an altitude of 6,000 to over 8,000 ft. and is surrounded by the foothills of the Seminoe and Shirley Mountains. The ranch is in the middle of open range cattle country. Out here cattle have the right of way, even on the road, and they make use of it. You can go on endless rides and all you will encounter are cattle pastures, mountains with beautiful natural rock formations, creeks, lakes, abundant wildlife and rugged beauty all around.

This is an authentic working cattle ranch. Together with the neighbour ranch, they run about 500 pairs (1,000 head) on a total of 40,000 acres. Mid May the cows with their calves are shipped back to the ranch after they wintered on a farm in a milder climate. They are branded and vaccinated before moved to their spring pasture. The whole season from mid-May to mid-October the ranch rotates the cattle approx. every two weeks to a new pasture as grazing conditions and water dictates. Between taking care of their own cattle and helping neighbouring ranches, there are plenty of cattle drives every single week.

Each pasture stretches over a couple of thousands of acres of rugged and diverse terrain and often the ranch hands have to back-ride pastures a couple of times to find all mavericks. Driving cattle from one pasture to another means long hours in the saddle and sometimes it even takes two days with an overnight cow camp. During the scenic rides you will enjoy the wide open spaces and solitude, breathing the clean air, feeling the warm sun while discovering a peaceful and unhurried countryside.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Riding and more ....
From the moment you arrive we promise nothing less than real, down-home hospitality in a very personal and family oriented setting. The atmosphere is relaxed and you will enjoy a sense of freedom from stress. The main ranch house, a beautiful log home, is open to the guests at all times for family style dining, entertaining and relaxation. The ranch offers a unique ranch adventure with personalized attention and the opportunity to step back in time and experience the real West as it has been and can still be today. No matter if you plan on coming alone, bringing your family or group of friends, planning a reunion or corporate retreat, you will find this ranch to be an ideal setting for a unique getaway. If you have an appreciation of beautiful western scenery, wildlife, horses, good home cooked food and a simplistic way of life, this is the place for you.

There is plenty or riding to do. All pastures are watered by springs, creeks or lakes. To make sure that the pastures are grazed evenly, we move the cattle within each pasture at least once a week to a new water source and put out salt and minerals. At the same time we check the herd for their health. A sick or injured animal gets either treated right on the spot or we bring it back to the headquarters to keep it under watch.

You will see a wide selection of wildlife during your rides. At the same time, though, the amount of wildlife has also quite some effect on the fences. And cattle have an incredible talent in spotting holes in the fence - the grass on the other side of the fence always seems to look greener. Therefore, it is also one of our daily chores to check fences, repair if necessary and bring back strays. Overall, days on an operating cattle ranch are always filled with work as well as excitement. The ranch staff loves to share this experience and lifestyle of the old western tradition with the guests and friends from all across the country and around the world.

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Accommodation Details

You will stay in comfortable and cosy duplex log cabins with private bath. From your private front porch you will enjoy incredible and undisturbed views in all directions. All rooms are individually furnished with western décor, a stove and sitting area. You can choose from either a king size bed, two twin beds or two full size bunk beds for larger groups or families. After a full day of fun and adventure and with the smell of clean, fresh air, you'll never get a better night's rest!

The main ranch house, a beautiful log home, is open to our guests at all times for family style dining, entertaining and relaxation. The atmosphere is casual and you can enjoy your evenings relaxing in front of the fire place sharing you day's adventures, reading a good book or shooting some pool. Also, you find a hot tub for your relaxation after a long day in the saddle or exploring the scenic country side.

Meals ....
During your stay you will be treated to wholesome home cooked ranch style meals served family or buffet style. At over 6,000 feet elevation the fresh air and outdoor activities provide a terrific appetite booster - so we serve em' up in cowboy sized portions including a full ranch breakfast, lunch or sack lunch if we go on all day rides and at night we often have cookouts or barbecues. The menus are deliciously varied and fresh, including homemade breads and desserts. The coffee and tea pot is always on, the cookie jar full and fresh fruits, lemonade and ice tea are available at all time. Since our own crew is split between meat and non-meat eaters, we always complement our main course with fresh vegetables and salads and recognize and appreciate guests' variance in appetites. With advance notice we will do our best to satisfy yours.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.