The Mega Zip at Red Horse Mountain Ranch

New for 2012! Mega Zip!

So we’ve had a few things up our sleeve for the 2012 season and the first one is completed and ready! In conjunction with Adventure Experience, Red Horse Mountain Ranch debuts the new 1100 ft zip line with a water landing on June 7th, during our first week of the 2012 Summer Vacation season. TheRead more

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Get Ready Ladies, Girls’ Getaway Week is Full!

31 ladies. 85 horses. 7 Days. The entire ranch all to themselves. 2011 Girls’ Getaway week is going to be our best ladies week to date. Moms and daughters and friends catching up from all over the United States; West Virginia, Texas, Ohio, Wisconsin, Washington, Idaho, Georgia, and Illinois are all represented among the gals scheduled toRead more

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Red Horse Mountain Ranch Opens the 2011 Season with more guided adventures!

New horses. New guided adventures. New accommodations. The final touches are being made at the ranch for this upcoming summer vacation season (which is almost completely full!) and the excitement is building for what could be our best season ever. The 2011 summer season is topped with the opening of the Hilltop Residence as ourRead more

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Bars

You might recognize this dessert from ranch. Another one of Lauren’s recipes. Enjoy! Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Bars Makes one 9”x13” pan. Melt over the stove or in the microwave: 2.5 oz Milk chocolate ¼ cup + 2 Tbs Peanut butter Stir in: 1 ½ cups Graham cracker crumbs Press this mixture into a 9”x13” pan lined withRead more

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Scones

I know many of you have taken part in Lauren’s scones and she graciously gave this up. We would have added a photo but they never last long enough. We hope you enjoy! Makes 6, I’ve included variations to make these dairy-free as well. Preheat the oven to 350 deg F. In a bowl, combine:Read more

Dude Ranch Vacations at Red Horse Mountain Ranch

Top 10 Questions (and Answers) About our Dude Ranch Vacations.

Here are some typical questions and answers to help you decide if Red Horse Mountain Ranch fits the ranch vacation you’re looking for. You can also get more information from our FAQ page, or just hop on the phone and give the ranch a ring at (888) 689-9680. #1. Is there a place we canRead more

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Fly Fishing trips during a Dude Ranch Vacation

Idaho is blessed with trout waters and one of the best rivers are not far from Red Horse Mountain Ranch. Trout Unlimited called it, “the best cutthroat trout fishery on the west side of the Rockies, ” and we share the same opinion. the St. Joe River winds 130 miles from the Idaho-Montana border  to LakeRead more

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Dude Ranch Vacations + Grandparents = A lifelong memory.

Every so often we’re asked wether a dude ranch vacation is perfect for the grandparents and to be honest, they have always had a “grand” time on the ranch. It’s wonderful to have grandparents that love to travel and can think of no better traveling partners than their precious grandchildren. Most often, we see grandparentsRead more

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Plan for Fun on a Family Dude Ranch Vacation

Author: Tom Sample Some people have a love for the Wild West. Although it’s not so “wild” anymore, there is a certain romance to the whole cowboy image. Horses, campfires, riding the range – some people wish they could experience life the way it used to be. Now, you can. Many families are choosing toRead more

This cutthroat was pulled out of a deep hole by Tim last Saturday. It still had a fly in its mouth from a previous battle. He was released and out there for someone else to fight!

Top Ten Reasons to Fly Fish During Your Stay:

10. Cutthroat Trout – they are just so BEAUTIFUL! You have to see this fish. 9. Fly fishing is part of the western experience. It is just the norm out here. 8. For those of you who do not like fishing, the scenery alone is reason enough to make this trip happen. Bring a camera!Read more