Gros Ventre River
Happy Trails from Red Rock Ranch
2023 HAPPY TRAILS As we wind down our days at the ranch, Harley, Carolyn and their family want to thank our new and returning guests for another incredible ranch season! We’ve enjoyed every moment of celebrating birthdays, singing under the starry skies, and exploring on our trail adventures withguests hailing from various corners of the United States, and even from our northern neighbors in Canada. 2023 Season Events In addition to our ...
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Jackson Hole Wildflowers & Wide-Open Spaces
Jackson Hole Wildflowers One of our favorite months at Red Rock Ranch is July, when the native wildflowers are in full bloom, and the valley floor turns into a magnificent blend of stunning red, calming lavender, and brilliant yellow flowers.Although you can enjoy this colorful display anywhere on the ranch, we suggest exploring one of the many hiking trails at or near the ranch to discover the true colors and variety the area offers. From the Ranch, there are several nearby marked trail...
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What is a Dude Ranch?
What the heck is a Dude Ranch? Western cattle ranchers coined the word “dude,” describing big-shot city slickers from the East Coast looking for an authentic ranch experience in places like Jackson Hole. These early ranches were set up for working cattle and horses, and we can only imagine how these early cowboys reacted to these well-to-do families who were willing to spend good money to get their hands dirty and work on the ranch. The Modern-Day Dude Ranch Today’s ...
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Wyoming Fly Fishing Fall Getaways at The Red Rock Ranch
Book a Wyoming fly fishing getaway this fall at The Red Rock Ranch and stay for less with our off-season rates! The ranch is surrounded with excellent fly fishing opportunities, including the ranch's own Crystal Creek. There's nothing quite as relaxing and rewarding as a day of freshwater fly fishing, and Wyoming is home to some of the best around. Wyoming may be lightly populated with people - but not with fish! Our state offers more than 27,000 miles of pristine, fishable waters. Lakes,...
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Fall Fly Fishing in Wyoming at Red Rock Ranch
If your head is filled with visions of fly fishing in Wyoming this fall, Red Rock Ranch has just the deal for you! Book a stay in one of our two, select cabins during our non-guest season (mid to late September through early November) and reap the benefit of our off-season rates! Freshwater fly fishing in Wyoming is some of the best there is. Our lightly populated state is home to more than 27,000 miles of pristine, fishable waters, packed with a variety of species. Yellow perch, wall...
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Gros Ventre Slide – Largest Rockslide in U.S. History
The 1925 Gros Ventre Slide was the largest rockslide in recorded U.S. history. The event occurred in the Gros Ventre, about 6 and a half miles east of Kelly, WY. The slide was so large it dammed the river, creating a new lake, and caused a flood that destroyed the town of Kelly. You can still see the scar of the massive slide today, on the road to Red Rock Ranch. The drive to Red Rock Ranch from Jackson Hole takes around 45 minutes but the gorgeous scenery along the way makes it seem much...
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Romantic Wyoming Getaways at Red Rock Ranch
Looking for romantic getaways in Wyoming? Your search is over! This September, Red Rock Ranch is your go-to destination for all inclusive, adult only, dude ranch vacations. Kids are great and giving yourself some occasional time away from them is good way to remember that. We all need a little grown-ups only time now and again. A change from the daily grind to clear our minds and relax with a special loved one. There's no better place or opportunity for just such an escape than here at...
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Red Rock Ranch – Your Wyoming Fly Fishing Lodge
If you’re looking for that perfect, Wyoming fly fishing lodge, look no further. Red Rock Ranch, our historic, Jackson Hole dude ranch, has off-season cabin rentals that are perfect for fly-fishing and other autumn escapes! How perfect? Did we mention that more than 2.5 miles of beautiful, cutthroat trout laden, Crystal Creek flows through our property? It’s true. In fact, one of our dude ranch’s more popular activities is fly fishing Crystal Creek. In-season, we offer a varie...
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Fly-Fishing at Red Rock Ranch
Hoping to do some fly-fishing at Red Rock Ranch? Great idea! Our Jackson Hole dude ranch offers a variety of fishing experiences, from weekly fly-fishing clinics to expert guided services. Best of all, the ranch is home to over 2.5 miles of private, blue ribbon, fly-fishing waters! There’s nothing like getting out into the great outdoors and one of the most rewarding ways to do so is fly-fishing. If you like fishing but have never had a fly-fishing experience, you’re missing out. R...
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