Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear?
Summer: We are casual western at the ranch. Bring comfortable jeans and long sleeve shirts for riding or working. Cowboy boots or boots with slick bottoms and a heel will work. We have some extra boots to borrow, but please call ahead with your shoe size, or you can purchase some once you arrive from one of the local stores. Dress how you like for all other activities. You will probably still need a light jacket or sweatshirt for evening, and rain gear is a good idea as well. Summers can get pretty hot during the day expect 70’s-80’s for June. July and August see 80’s, 90’s and some 100 degree temps. Nights still dip into the 50’s. Don’t forget to pack your swimsuit for the swimming pond and hot tub.
Winter: You’ll want to wear layers in the winter, although the weather can be really cold, if you’re working outside you can still get hot enough to sweat. The bottom layer should be a wicking fabric to help prevent you from getting wet. Snowpants, coats, hats, gloves and winter boots are also must haves. Let us know if you don’t have all of these items, we do have some supply that you can borrow.
Where is the nearest airport?
Rapid City Regional Airport, Rapid City, South Dakota – 95 miles
Gillette Campbell County Airport, Gillette, WY – 85 miles
Do I need a vehicle?
What is the minimum age for riding?
You must be 8 years old to go out on horseback trail rides, however younger kids (5-7) can be led by a wrangler in the arena and around the yard.
Minimum age for riding the ATV’s is 16.
Will I have cell phone service?
Some parts of the ranch do have cell service, the cabins and lodge do not. There is wifi available for internet calling via your cell phone at the Office, Cowboy Bunkhouse and the Cabin but not in the Home on the Range cabins. The ranch phone can be used for emergencies.
Do you have internet/WiFi?
Wireless internet is available in the Office, Cowboy Bunkhouse and the Cabin but not in the Home on the Range cabins.
Do the rooms have TVs?
Yes, all cabins have flat screen TVs equipped with Satellite TV.
Do you have a tipping / gratuity policy?
Tips are not included in most rates, 10-15% is customary and will be shared with staff. You can choose to tip in cash or add it to your final bill at the end of your stay.
Working Ranch Guest Packages
Ready to get back to nature and enjoy the great outdoors on a real Wyoming ranch?
We can customize the vacation you are looking for on with one of our working ranch packages. If you’re interested in participating more in the working ranch vacation, we can immerse you in that, or if it’s the leisure and the outdoors that intrigues you, please feel free. Devils Tower National Monument, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and many more attractions are nearby, these can be added to itinerary as well however, entry fees are an additional cost.
Our week-long working ranch packages start on Sunday evening and last through Saturday morning. Prices start at $2124.40 per person (includes 13% Wyoming sales tax) for the entire 6-day week. We offer transportation to/from the Rapid City or Gillette airport for an additional $150.00. Does not include gratuity. Group size is limited to at most 6 people, unless it consists of a family group. We will work with you to customize the activities and specific schedules for each day to balance activities at the ranch with your expectations and desires for this unique experience. Please fill out a our Ranch Package Request form by clicking the button below. We will review your request and get back with you to schedule the date and all the details.