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Welcome to Gordon's Guide to Dude Ranch Vacations. Dude Ranches
or guest ranch vacations are usually a
family-owned and operated ranch with the primary objective of offering its guests a Western experience.
Horseback riding is a part of every dude ranch experience. We have a listing of over a hundred of the
finest dude ranches and dude ranch vacations in the United States and Canada, offering the finest
horseback riding vacations.
Steeped in the western tradition of the cowboy, each of the dude ranches featured
here is unique with its own distinct character, from working cattle ranches, to resort properties.
They all promote the western way of life and prioritize the needs of the guest.
Horseback riding is a part of every dude ranch vacation and accommodations vary from rustic to
luxurious. Other activities include swimming, fishing,
whitewater rafting, hiking,
wildlife viewing, cattle drives, sightseeing, and much more. Food is
always bountiful and hearty and in some cases, gourmet. We recommend you study our listing of dude ranch vacations,
narrow your selection to 2 or 3, and contact those dude ranches for more detailed information.
If you're interested in a listing of dude ranch vacations in printed form, we have available for purchase
a 132 page magazine style travel directory entitled "Dude Ranch Vacations & Horseback Adventures."
The magazine contains 400 exhilarating color photographs, featuring 88 premier companies offering the finest western and horseback related
adventure travel vacations such as
dude ranches,
cattle drives,
wagon trains, and
horse pack trips & trail rides.
AdventureBargains.com - a division of Gordon's Guide, currently has 6 bargain vacations in the "Dude & Guest Ranches" category.

| A Lake Resort with a Dude Ranch Flavor |
Turkey Creek Ranch, Inc. Nestled in Ozark Mountain Country right next to Bull Shoals Lake you will find this unique ranch among magnificent scenery and wildlife. If you want a vacation with beautiful scenery, lots to do, clean and comfortable accommodations, and a friendly staff then this place is for you! |
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| Over 100 Years of Quality Family Vacations |
The Historic Pines Ranch If you are looking for a Colorado vacation that will allow you to escape the frustrations of the world and enjoy the comfort and hospitality of mountain lodge living at 8,700 feet above sea level, the old west Historic Pines Ranch is a perfect vacation destination for you. Loyal guests around the world return to the Pines Ranch every year to vacation with them. |
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| Wonderful Food, Great Adventures & Genuine Hospitality Await You at The Hideout |
The Hideout at Flitner Ranch Join the Flitners at the luxurious Hideout Lodge & let them introduce you to the life of cattle ranching. Rise with the sun & head into the Bighorn Mountains with the cowboys to work cattle, sleep in before you walk down to Shell Creek for some fly-fishing or enjoy a scenic, relaxing trail ride in the foothills. |
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