Gros Ventre River
Make Red Rock Ranch Your Annual Family Tradition
Each summer at Red Rock Ranch is a season full of stories — trail rides that lead to lifelong friendships, laughter around the campfire, kids learning to ride for the first time, and the quiet, timeless rhythm of Wyoming’s mountain mornings. Looking back at an incredible 2025 season, we’re filled with gratitude for every guest who made this summer so memorable.Plan Ahead for Summer 2026If you're already dreaming about next summer, now is the perfect time to book your 2026 stay at the r...
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Savor Summer with 10% Off at Red Rock Ranch — August 17–23rd
As summer winds down, there’s still time for one more unforgettable adventure — and now, Red Rock Ranch in Kelly, Wyoming is making it even easier to say yes to the experience of a lifetime. Book your stay for the week of August 17–23rd and receive 10% off your reservation!Tucked into the scenic Gros Ventre wilderness just outside of Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park, Red Rock Ranch is a family-owned Wyoming dude ranch that blends Western hospitality with authentic adventu...
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Discover a True Horsemanship Experience in the Heart of Wyoming
Martin Black Horsemanship Clinic | August 17–23, 2025Red Rock Ranch – Kelly, Wyoming Train with a Master Horseman on a Wyoming Dude RanchThis summer, Red Rock Ranch, an authentic Wyoming Guest Ranch, welcomes Martin for an unforgettable multi-day horsemanship clinic, and you’re invited to join us! Why Attend?• Learn from one of the top horsemen in the country• Improve timing, feel, and communication with your horse• Ride and learn in a beautiful mountain setting just no...
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Wildflowers, Wildlife & the Start of Summer at Red Rock Ranch
As the last patches of snow melt from the Gros Ventre peaks, something shifts in the air here at Red Rock Ranch. The birdsong grows louder, the creeks run faster, and all around us, the landscape begins to bloom. Summer is nearly here, and with it, the Stimmel family is back on the ranch, preparing for the season ahead. There’s nothing quite like late spring at our Wyoming dude ranch. The drive in is lined with fresh green grass, and soon enough, wildflowers start to emerge—yellow...
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Deepen Your Horsemanship Skills at a Premier Wyoming Dude Ranch Clinic with Martin Black
This August, horse enthusiasts seeking to advance their skills have a rare opportunity to learn from a master. From August 17 to 23, 2025, renowned horseman Martin Black will lead a five-day Horsemanship & Stockmanship Clinic at Red Rock Ranch, a celebrated Wyoming Dude Ranch nestled in the scenic Jackson Hole area. A Unique Blend of Tradition and Science Martin Black draws from decades of ranching across Idaho, Nevada, and California. His clinics, grounded in both practical kn...
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A DUDE RANCH VACATION – THE WESTERN WAY TO RELAX & UNWIND
Dude ranches have always been the original Western vacation. Our first ranchers introduced the unique beauty of the American West to “dudes” from all over. All this happened in the best way possible: from the back of a horse. This horseback adventure was surrounded by honest and real Western hospitality that these dude ranch pioneers considered a part of the code of the West. Welcome to Red Rock Ranch Since 1974, the Mackenzie family has owned Red Rock Ranch and provided authen...
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Winter at Red Rock Ranch: A day in the life
by: Allison Martinat As February's snow blankets Red Rock Ranch in pristine white, our daily rhythm beatsto a different drum than the bustling summer season. Here, where the nearest town ofJackson feels worlds away, we have found a special kind of peace in our winterroutine—one that weaves together ranch work, family life, and community in ways thatmight surprise you. We start our mornings early and inevitably with temperatures well below zero. Thetractor is already loaded with hay ...
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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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