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Top50’s Dude Ranchers’ Association Ranches

What makes the Dude Ranchers’ Association ranches so special?

The Dude Ranchers’ Association represents over 100 of the best dude ranch and guest ranch vacations in the Western USA.

The Dude Ranchers’ Association was formed in 1926 to preserve this special way of life and the wonderful environment in which dude ranching takes place.

When you vacation at a Dude Ranchers’ Association dude ranch, you can be sure of a quality vacation.

Gaining membership to the Association involves a rigorous two-year inspection and approval process, to ensure that guests are treated to genuine Western hospitality and lodging rated to the industry’s highest standards.

The Dude Ranchers’ Association ranches offer all-inclusive vacations that are perfect for everyone; from the littlest rancher to Grandpa and Grandma.

Horseback riding, hiking, fishing, swimming, cycling, zip-lining, white-water rafting, rodeos, campfire sing-a-longs, Western dancing, fine dining and more await your discovery on your next dude ranch vacation.

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Wyoming, USA

rates
per night$499
$499

Lazy L&B Ranch

This ranch is ideal for families; there’s a safe, supervised children's riding program and activities – children are encouraged to get involved in the horse program from the first night of arrival. Kids love the natural freedom – they don’t want to come in at night!

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Jun-Sep
30
60 miles

Brush Creek Ranch

Wyoming, USA

rates
per night$1,500⁺
$750

Brush Creek Ranch

Rustic-chic, high-end luxury. Very diverse topography-high mountain desert, cottonwood studded creek bottoms to high mountain riding in the Medicine Bow

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
155
13 miles

California, USA

rates
per night$595⁺

Alisal Ranch

10,000 acres of privately-owned land in the beautiful California countryside

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
250
30 miles

Lone Mountain Ranch

Montana, USA

rates
per night$1,500
$1,100

Lone Mountain Ranch

This ranch really has synergy, the staff enjoy working together, and that transfers over to their relationship and care for each guest – they care about every aspect of your stay

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Jan-Oct, Dec
80
48 miles

Wyoming, USA

rates
per night$351⁺
$137

Paradise Ranch

The location of this ranch truly is 'Paradise'; the ranch is stunningly gorgeous

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
May-Sep
70
50 miles

Colorado, USA

rates
per night$650⁺
$568

C Lazy U Ranch

Vacations at the C Lazy U feel like stepping back in time to a comfortable place full of leisure and laughter, sharing and exploration.

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
95
10 miles

Bar W Guest Ranch

Montana, USA

rates
per night$450⁺
$250

Bar W Guest Ranch

In a beautiful setting and with staff who pay close attention to detail, this is an ideal location for your honeymoon or wedding

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
24
16 miles

Colorado, USA

rates
per night$507⁺
$380

Latigo Ranch

Offers guests a genuine and relaxing experience with horses and nature

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Jan-Mar, Jun-Sep, Dec
32
65 miles

Sweet Grass Ranch

Montana, USA

rates
per night$300⁺
$260

Sweet Grass Ranch

There’s an incredible natural rock water slide about 40 yards long, ending in a clear, sparkling creek

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Jun-Sep
25
130 miles

White Stallion Ranch

Arizona, USA

rates
per night$179⁺
$150

White Stallion Ranch

Stunning desert location offers diverse riding and hiking terrain, amidst mountains and towering cacti

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
100
28 miles

Rancho de los Caballeros

Arizona, USA

rates
per night$250⁺

Rancho de los Caballeros

You can be assured of quality service, the owners have been focused on great guest experiences since 1948.

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
300
65 miles

California, USA

rates
per night$215⁺
$150

Rankin Ranch

There’s a wonderful supervised children’s program

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Mar-Oct
50
45 miles

The Darwin Ranch

Wyoming, USA

rates
per night$575⁺
$375

The Darwin Ranch

Darwin Ranch is the most remote guest ranch in the lower 48 states: 25 miles down a dirt road, you will find a herd of horses dotting a spectacular green river valley amid a collection of 100-year-old cabins. Perfect for a real escape from the world for a bit.

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Feb-Mar, Jun-Oct
23
1 hour 30 mins

McGinnis Meadows

Montana, USA

rates
per night$400⁺
$400

McGinnis Meadows

This is a true horse and cattle ranch, and they incorporate guests into their way of life with the added feature of a high-end ambience

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Mar-Nov
20
70 miles

Colorado, USA

rates
per night$883⁺
$783

Vista Verde

Outstanding riding facilities, including an indoor heated arena for winter riding, lessons and clinics geared toward all riding levels, and their high-end horse program means you know you're riding top horses

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Jan-Mar, Jun-Dec
52
25 miles

The Hideout Lodge and Guest Ranch

Wyoming, USA

rates
per night$600⁺
$510

The Hideout Lodge and Guest Ranch

The staff at The Hideout will make your stay memorable; they are detail-oriented, down-to-earth and service-driven

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Jan-Feb, Apr-Nov
25
65 miles

Western Pleasure Guest Ranch

Idaho, USA

rates
per night$290⁺
$200

Western Pleasure Guest Ranch

Authentic hospitality: Guests have commented on how welcome and at home they feel. Being family owned and operated means the family is involved in the daily operation of the ranch. There are no corporate holdings or off-ranch owners, just a true, family-owned and operated facility.

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
20
90 miles

Sundance Guest Ranch

British Columbia, Canada

rates
per night$312⁺

Sundance Guest Ranch

They run a herd of over 100 happy, well-cared-for horses with thousands of acres of spectacular and varied terrain to explore, and the horseback riding is truly wonderful, whether you're looking for relaxing, instructive or exciting

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Apr-Oct
50
72 miles

Rancho Las Cascadas

State of Mexico, Mexico

rates
per night$390⁺
$312

Rancho Las Cascadas

Luxury in sunny Mexico: after your afternoon ride, relax in their lovely infinity pool or hot tub, with views of a waterfall and margarita in hand!

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
All year
40
50 miles

Deep Canyon Guest Ranch

Montana, USA

rates
per night$452⁺
$294

Deep Canyon Guest Ranch

If you are looking for a smaller ranch with a more intimate environment and awe-inspiring landscape, this is the ranch for you

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
Jun-Sep
20
85 miles

Red Horse Mountain Ranch

Idaho, USA

rates
per night$650⁺
$615

Red Horse Mountain Ranch

The ranch embraces high adrenaline, adventure-based activities; from horseback riding and zip-lining, to their signature climbing wall, all set on a 300,000 acre playground. They also offer endless adventure opportunities for children: kayak, archery, horse riding, bike riding and even plinking – horseback riding for three-year-olds

Open
Max Guests
Nearest Airport
May-Oct
60
70 miles