Dude Ranch Vacations are famous for traditional week-long stays filled with trail riding and western lifestyle activities, but you don’t always need a full week to experience life at a dude ranch. Many ranches offer short stays of 3 nights, giving travelers the chance to enjoy horseback riding, ranch activities, spectacular scenery and time to refresh your mind in the wide open spaces. Some ranches offer short stays during the off-season, while others welcome guests for shorter visits throughout their regular season.
Below, you’ll find a selection of dude ranches offering short stays in several western states. Availability, minimum stays and seasons vary by ranch, so be sure to check each ranch’s listing for the most up-to-date information.
Sundance Trail Ranch, Colorado – 3 night minimum short stay, open year-round
Rawah Ranch, Colorado – 3 night minimum short stay, open June through September
Circle Bar Ranch, Montana – 3 night minimum stay, open June through September
Parade Rest Ranch, Montana – 3 night minimum stay, open year-round
Covered Wagon Ranch, Montana – 3 night minimum short stay, open June through September
Hidden Hollow Hideaway Cattle and Guest Ranch, Montana – 3 days minimum, open June through August
Rich Ranch, Montana – 3 day minimum, open year-round
Rocking Z Guest Ranch, Montana – 3 night minimum stay, open April through Septemeber
Canyon Madness Ranch, New Mexico – 3 night minimum short stay, April through November
Eatons’ Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open June through September
TA Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open May through September
Triangle C Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open July through September
Flat Creek Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open June through September
Goosewing Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open June through September
Blackwater Creek Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open June through September
Powderhorn Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open June through October
Brooks Lake Lodge & Guest Ranch, Wyoming – 3 night minimum stay, open June through September and December through March
Rancho de los Caballeros, Arizona – 3 night minimum stay, open year-round
Rancho de la Osa, Arizona – 3 night minimum stay, January through April and October through December
White Stallion Ranch, Arizona – 3 night minimum stay, open year-round
Kay El Bar Guest Ranch, Arizona – 3 night minimum stay, open January through April and October through December
Tanque Verde Ranch, Arizona – 3 night minimum stay, open year-round
Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch, Arizona – 3 night minimum stay, open year-round
Tombstone Monument Ranch & Cattle Company, Arizona – 3 night minimum stay, open year-round
To explore more options, select “3 nights” under the Search by Activity and Amenity page. You can also learn more about spectacular discounts available during the shoulder season..
