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August 1, 2018 By Nicky 6 Comments

5 Reasons to Visit a Dude Ranch This Fall

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Whether you’re looking for fall break travel ideas, a long weekend away without the kids or an extended vacation, a dude ranch is an ideal destination to enjoy the fall and everything it brings along with it. Now is the perfect time to saddle up and take off on a new adventure.

 Dude Ranch this Fall

Dude Ranches offer all-inclusive vacations that are perfect for everyone.  Getaway to a scenic ranch that offers amenities and activities you can’t find anywhere else. Horseback riding, hiking, petting zoos, swimming holes, rodeos, fishing, games, skeet shooting, archery, art classes, cooking classes and more await your discovery on your next Dude Ranch Vacation.

Summer seems like the good time to head to a dude ranch. But the fall months are ideal to held out for a ranch getaway. Here are a few reasons why you should visit a dude ranch this fall.

Visit a Dude Ranch

Fall is Budget Friendly

As with many vacation destinations, summer is peak season for dude ranches. However, as the air cools down and the days get shorter on a dude ranch, travelers can take advantage of less crowds and discounted rates. Budget-friendly offers can range from a certain percentage off standard rates like Colorado Trails Ranch’s 25 percent discount during the fall, to special packages like Circle Z Ranch’s Lone Star Long Weekend where guests receive a discount on a four-day/three-night stay.

Visit a Dude Ranch

Parents Getaway to a Dude Ranch

Many dude ranches offer special adult-only weeks and packages in the fall. These make great experience gifts for couples, groups and solo travelers (or really anyone traveling without kids). They give one the chance to experience a unique vacation and make memories that will last a lifetime. Western Pleasure Guest Ranch for example, offers an Adult Horsemanship Week: a hands-on approach where guests experience the true pleasure of caring for and learning about these beautiful animals. Or, guests can enjoy a little pampering here, a little adventure there, and a lot of girl talk (and maybe some wine!) with a girlfriend’s getaway to Red Horse Mountain Ranch.

5 Reasons to Visit a Dude Ranch - Cattle Drives - @ Hunewill Rance #travel #familyfun #adventure

Cattle Drive Fun

For working ranches, fall means cattle drives, and guests are often invited to join in these memorable and interactive experiences. Hunewill Ranch will embark on its 105th cattle drive this fall as guests are invited to take part in the ultimate Old West experience by riding with the Hunewill family for five days. This trek covers 60 miles from Bridgeport, Calif. to Smith Valley, Nev.: participants herd 600 cows as they are driven to their winter range.

Fall Foliage - Horseshoe Canyon

Fall Foliage

Imagine horseback riding under a canopy of technicolor fall foliage in glorious reds, bright yellows and vivid oranges. Some of the nation’s most spectacular leaf peeping can only be found when you head off the beaten path. Choose from guest ranches in Arizona or Colorado where fall changes the Aspen leaves, or book a getaway to a dude ranch located near a National Park such as Triangle X Ranch in Grand Teton National Park or Horseshoe Canyon Ranch which borders Buffalo River National Park.

Circle Z Ranch - Dude Ranch

Escape the Cold

People who live up north will be pulling out their jackets in no time, but for those looking to bask in the sun one last time, a long weekend getaway at one of the DRA’s accredited ranches located in the Southwest should do just the trick such as Flying E Ranch and Circle Z Ranch.

Western Pleasure Ranch

A Dude Ranch vacation can be a great adventure. We’ve listed just a few reasons to visit a dude ranch here.  The ranches listed above are just a handful of the over 100 ranches that the Dude Ranchers’ Association, DRA, has to offer. DRA represents some of the best dude ranches and guest ranches in the west. Each ranch has its own unique activities and programs. To find out more about DRA or to find a ranch near you, please check out their website here.
Looking for other fall getaway ideas? Check out these:

  • US Campgrounds with great fall foliage
  • Visit a local corn maze with these tips.
  • Outdoor Things to Do in OKC

The photos used above were provided by DRA, Dude Ranchers’ Association for use in this article.

Filed Under: Fall Celebrations, Hotels & Lodging, Travel, Travel Tips Tagged With: family fun, get outdoors, travel, US Travel

About Nicky

Nicky Omohundro is a travel and active family lifestyle blogger and social media influencer based out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She shares stories, destinations, and ideas on food, family, health, and outdoor recreation to help families find their own adventures. Her spirit animal is a caffeinated squirrel fueled by coffee, real food, and the desire to seek new adventures.

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Comments

  1. Leslie Brown says

    November 27, 2014 at 8:15 am

    There’s several reason why you should visit a ranch but one thing is that, you will never be a dude if you don’t visit one. Just kidding. Marble Mountain Ranch

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      December 9, 2014 at 9:41 am

      Marble Mountain looks beautiful. It looks like my kind of vacation

      Reply
  2. Marble Mountain Ranch says

    June 11, 2015 at 11:22 am

    I love visiting ranches! The peacefulness and freedom to do anything that you want and go hiking and walking is the best part for me.

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:56 pm

      Hiking is one of our favorites too.

      Reply
  3. Kay Allison says

    August 23, 2018 at 3:26 pm

    Some of my favorite memories are from dude ranch vacations. You’ve inspired me to book another one!

    Reply
    • Nicky says

      August 30, 2018 at 7:17 pm

      Where have you been Kay that you’d like to return?

      Reply

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