Welcome to Gordon's Guide to Guest Ranches and dude ranch vacations.
We have a collection of over one hundred guest ranches offering some of the finest guest ranch vacations across North America.
Steeped in the western tradition of the cowboy, each guest ranch property 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 guest ranch vacation and accommodations vary from rustic to luxurious. Other activities include swimming, fishing, rafting, sightseeing, and much more. Food is always bountiful and hearty and in some cases, gourmet.
Begin your search for guest ranch vacations by selecting one of the regions below, or learn more about the dude ranch experience first.
Experience Your Next Dude Ranch Family Vacation at Pisgah View Ranch
Pisgah View Ranch Visit the calm countryside, away from street traffic and worldly stress. Vacation with friendly people and casual living in the peaceful shadow of mile-high Mount Pisgah. This dude guest ranch resort covers almost 2,000 acres, offers a spectacular panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is located near downtown Asheville, NC.
Real Life Ranching at A Nature Conservancy Preserve
Zapata Ranch For those who also make their home on the land, ranching is also about using time honored methods alongside progressive approaches that help do a better job and have fun while doing it. At Zapata Ranch, they have devoted their lives to this lifestyle and they take pride in introducing guests to this life on the ranch.