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Family Connections
AT RED ROCK RANCHOUR GUESTS RETURNYEAR AFTER YEAR Bringing Families Together There is something about a dude ranch that brings families together. People tend to leave their everyday routines behind, and everyoneunplugs. That's no easy feat in today's environment.Here at the ranch, our days are filled with adventure and discovery. Whether it’s taking a quiet hike on our nearby trails, casting a line in the pristine trout waters, or exploring the red rock mountains on horseback ...
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Fall Events
WEDDING & EVENTS AT RED ROCK RANCH A completely private setting with unsurpassed views. Located just north of Jackson Hole, Red Rock Ranch offers a western setting like no other for weddings, retreats and corporate events. Our authentic dude ranch provides complete privacy, outstanding scenery, and endless mountain adventure to enjoy the occasion in this unique and intimate setting. The ranch features a Main Lodge, Commercial Kitchen, Dance Hall, Bar and Saloon, Gazebo, a...
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Partner in Adventure: An Interview with Harley Stimmel
You might remember our recent interview with Carolyn Stimmel, where she shared fascinating stories about her life at the Red Rock Ranch for over five decades. But as every seasoned rider knows, adventures are often best shared with a strong partner by their side. Today, we have the pleasure of introducing Harley Stimmel, Carolyn's husband, who has been an integral part of the ranch's journey. In this interview, Harley will share his unique perspective on ranch life, their experience...
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Red Rock Ranch, Where Our Guests Often Become Our Friends.
50 Years with Friends Years of Visits Create Family at the Red Rock Ranch Here is a short snippet from guests Larry and Corrine Taylor from Lake Forest, Illinois, who spent eight years with us at the ranch while their boys were growing up. Spoiler alert - the Taylors returned to the ranch just two summers ago to celebrate their 50th Anniversary! .stk-0498522-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-0498522-container{display:flex !important} .stk-8f7cf64{top:1...
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Half a Century of Adventure: Carolyn Stimmel Reflects on 50 Years at Red Rock Ranch
The Red Rock Ranch has a long, storied history. Originally homesteaded around 1894, this jewel of a ranch in the Gros Ventre Valley is one you need to see to believe. It may be one of the only places on earth where you’ll find red rock cliffs surrounded by dramatic granite peaks. The ranch has always been a quiet place. An escape from busy lives and a loud world. But the Mackenzie family has also transformed it to become a place where they share that special vibe with others. And this ye...
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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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Summer 2022 In Review at The Red Rock Ranch
Summer 2022 was spectacular, a real return to form after two years of pestiferous pandemic pauses and precautions. It felt great to have so many happy folks here at the ranch, soaking in all the sunshine, clean air, and good times; the way it's supposed to be. A Red Rock Ranch dude ranch vacation is meant to be a truly immersive break from your everyday life. A much needed reset from a world of non-stop notifications, distractions, and worry. It never ceases to please us how many folks co...
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Martin Black Horsemanship and Stockmanship Clinic 2022
Red Rock Ranch is proud to host the upcoming 5 day, Martin Black Horsemanship and Stockmanship Clinic at our Jackson Hole, Wyoming guest ranch. The clinic is scheduled for August 22nd to the 26th, 2022 and only a few more spaces are left open! Having trouble loading your horse in the trailer? Does your horse walk off when you go to get on? What about that "old" cow that keeps breaking from the herd each time they're almost in the pen? Attending a Martin Black clinic is a great way to impr...
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