W
hile the term “dude ranch”
usually brings to mind
images of cowboys and
cattle drives, a dude ranch is actually all
this and much more – especially when it
comes to wellness experiences. In keeping
with the belief that health starts from
within, many DRA-accredited ranches
offer a variety of rejuvenating activities.
Services in a lush oasis environment give
you “whole body” relief from the stress
of modern life. Imagine a spa escape
or a yoga class in some of the most
spectacular areas in the country, from
valleys complete with untouched Rocky
Mountain backdrops to desert sunsets
across the Southwest.
Circle Z Ranch rides on thousands
of acres of the most scenic horseback
riding in Southern Arizona, while riding
at Elkhorn Ranch you will enjoy the
curious Sonoran desert vegetation and
birding. If you are looking for a blend of
western adventure, solitude and luxury
amenities Tanque Verde Ranch is the
place for you.
C Lazy U Ranch is Colorado’s
premier guest ranch, featuring luxury
accommodations, fine dining and
great trail riding. Rawah Ranch is a
world class fly fishing ranch nestled in
Colorado’s Laramie River Valley.
Red Horse Mountain Ranch and
Western Pleasure Ranch are two of
Idaho’s most treasured gems, they are all
about western hospitality and adventure.
If you are looking for a more
adventureous upscale working ranch
check out the Hi deout Ranch and
Lodge in Wyoming, or the Bar W
Ranch in Montana. Greenhorn Creek
Ranch is your dude ranch resort since
1962, offering great riding, food and
accommodations in California.
GROSWESTERN
VENTRE PLEASURE
RIVER RANCH
GUEST RANCH
THEVENTRE
HIDEOUT
LODGE
&
GROS
RIVER
RANCH
GUEST RANCH
CREEK
GROSGREENHORN
VENTRE RIVER
RANCH
GUEST RANCH
Shell, WY
www.thehideout.com
Quincy, CA
www.greenhornranch.com
Sandpoint, ID
www.westernpleasureranch.com
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With over 100 ranches in the Dude
Ranchers’ Association rest assured there
is a ranch to match your dreams. Check
us out at www.duderanch.org or give us
a call at 866-399-2339 and we will help
you plan your next western adventure
vacation.
GROS ELKHORN
VENTRE RIVER
RANCH
RANCH
Tucson, AZ
www.elkhornranch.com