What is our Guest Ranch?
It is not a hotel, motel, or resort. It is the home of the Rich family and we operate it along with our dedicated crew. We enjoy sharing this western lifestyle with friends and guests.
A Complete Package
A summer ranch vacation stay includes cabin lodging, hearty buffet-style meals, use of all ranch amenities, and a choice of activities during the course of the week. We offer a wide variety of adventure horseback riding on our quality saddle horses, along with other activities for you to enjoy. Pack trips are also available into the Bob Marshall Wilderness.
Highlights:
We are small and personal, hosting up to 24 guests per week. Below are some of the highlights the Rich Ranch has to offer:
- Family owned and operated
- Clean, modern cabins with private bath and western decor (twin, queen, and king beds)
- Deluxe 4-bedroom mini-lodge for families or groups
- Hearty, wholesome buffet-style meals
- Horseback rides with small groups for a more personalized experience
- Daily riding options
- Fly Fishing for beginner to advanced (in lakes, mountain streams and the Big Blackfoot River)
- Fishing on ranch trout pond
- Wildlife viewing / bird watching
- Mountain biking and hiking
- Lake swimming and sun bathing
- Evening campfires/entertainment
- Hot tub
- Local fairs and rodeos (ask about dates)
- Garnet Ghost Town and other scenic country road tours
- Nearby Native American sites
- Great group rates
- Rafting option (whitewater and scenic)
- Overnight pack trip option
- Spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery
- Quiet places to relax, read a good book, and just enjoy rural ranch life!
Summer 2025 Rates & Dates
Package Options
Adventure Package
This is our premiere package. Includes lodging, all meals, all scheduled horseback riding, guided off-ranch tours, and use of all ranch amenities (listed below). Plus an Overnight Backcountry Campout.
6-Day Package (Sunday Check-in)
** Only available for 6-Day Stays **
- Adult ……… $3950
- Youth (6-17 w/ Parent) ……… $3450
- ** Single Occupancy ……… add $75 per night **
Deluxe Package
Package includes: Lodging, all meals, all scheduled horseback rides, guided off-ranch tours, and use of all ranch amenities (listed below).
6-day Rate (Sunday Check-in)
- Adult ……… $3400
- Youth (6-17 w/ Parent) ……… $2950
- Children (5 & Under) ……… $500
- ** Single Occupancy ……… add $75 per night **
3-Day Rate (Sunday afternoon or Wednesday afternoon arrival)
** Only available for May, June, or September **
- Adult ……… $1900
- Youth (6-17 w/ Parent) ……… $1650
- Children (5 & Under) ……… $300
- ** Single Occupancy ……… add $75 per night **
Lodging Options
Cabins
We have 4 spacious cedar / log cabins – Each room has a private bath, refrigerator, VCR, gas fireplace, and a sliding-glass door out onto the covered deck.
- Pioneer Cabin # 1 ……… 1 King or 2 XL Twins
- Pioneer Cabin # 2 ……… 1 King or 2 XL Twins
- Hunter Cabin # 3 ……… 2 Queens
- Hunter Cabin # 4 ……… 1 King & 2 XL Twins or 4 XL Twins
- Calhoun Cabin # 5 ……… 1 King & Day Bed
- Calhoun Cabin # 6 ……… 2 Queens
- Branding Iron Cabin # 7 ……… 1 King or 2 XL Twins
- Branding Iron Cabin # 8 ……… 1 King or 2 XL Twins
Heritage Lodge
Our Heritage Lodge is a good choice for large families and groups. All rooms are non-smoking.
- Heritage Suite # 9 ……… 1 Queen & 2 XL Twins (With Kitchenette)
- Heritage Lodge # 10 ……. 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath(With Full Kitchen)
Amenities
Ranch Amenities:
- Mountain Bikes
- Hot Tubs
- Trout Fishing Ponds
- Children’s Play Area
- Basketball Court
- Game Room/Rec Hall
- Hiking Trails
- Folf
- BBQs
- Nightly Campfires.
Additional Adventures / Water-based Activities:
Several outdoor service providers offer a range of water-based activities in our local streams, rivers, and lakes. These can include:
- Scenic and Whitewater Float Trips
- Guided Float Fishing on the Blackfoot River
- Canoeing the Clearwater River Trail
- For an additional fee, we are happy to arrange any of these for you to enjoy during your stay with us.
- Nearby Attractions:
- Garnet Ghost Town, Artist Studio Tours, Blackfoot Fishing, Morrell Falls Hiking Trail, Museum, Shopping, Golf Course, and more.
Other Details
NOTICE
Our insurance prohibits pregnant women from riding.
DEPOSITS
A 30% deposit is required to make and hold a reservation. The balance is due on arrival. We accept cash, money orders, traveler’s checks, personal checks and Visa or MasterCard.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Deposits are non-refundable. The space is held for you and this means turning others away. Deposits are transferable if you have someone else to take your place for those given dates. We recommend trip cancellation insurance to protect your funds for both our trip and your airline tickets if you must cancel. To sign up or learn more, visit www.montanaoutfitters.org/travelersinsurance/.
What To Bring
In General
- Clothing – We suggest clothing that can be worn in layers as in the mountains temperatures can change rapidly.
- Include: t-shirts, long underwear, long sleeve shirts, vest, jacket, and at least one wool or heavy outer garment Rain coat, slicker, duster or two piece suit (no ponchos please)
- Riding Boots – with minimum 1/2″ heel
- Tennis Shoes
- Swimsuit
- Shorts
- Broad-brimmed Hat – made of felt or straw with a stampede string
- Gloves – both leather & fleece style
- Bandana or Neckerchief
- Sundries & Extras – soap, shampoo, lotion, mirror, chapstick, insect repellant, sunglasses, sunscreen (All liquids and lotions should be in well-sealed or unbreakable containers)
- Camera
- Fishing Tackle – rods must be in sturdy containers not to exceed 48″ (shorter is better)
- Montana Fishing License – can be purchased locally in Seeley Lake
- Hobby Supplies
- Special Medications
Wilderness Pack Trip or Alpine Overnight Option
- Personal Water Purification Unit
- Duffle Bag – 32-36” with a full-length zipper works best
- Quality sleeping bag good to 0* degrees F
- Thermo-rest mattress or foam pad
- Toilet Kit
- Towels
- Plastic garbage bags (3-4) for wet and or dirty clothes
- Camp moccasins or comfortable shoes for relaxing in camp
- Writing tablet, pencil/pen
- Good Book to Read
- Flashlight/Headlamp with Extra Batteries
Suggested Fishing Gear
You can also purchase your fishing supplies locally or at the Rich Ranch Gift Shop.
- Fishing Line (weight should be 5-6 with 2-3 pound tapered leaders)
- Flies
- Royal Wulfe Stimulator
- Yellow/Red Humpy
- Elk Hair Caddis
- Joe’s Hopper
- Mosquito
- Pale Evening Dun
- Black Ant
- Hairs Ear Nymph
- Lures/Spinners (¼ to 3/8 oz.) 4 to 8 pound line
- Mepps, Daredevils, Rooster tails, Crocodiles
