Packages and Options

Rates Note:

Best to rent a car and drive in (scenic drive). Check in is 3 PM.
Otherwise you can take the bus from Vancouver to 70 Miles House and we pick you up from there.
We can also arrange a private transfer from Kamloops for you (~$300 per group)

Dates Note:

You and your horse will be spending a lot of time together while you're at the ranch. The best way to get to know your new pal, other than spending hours in the saddle, is to take part in the daily care of the animal. You'll be taught basic horse care and how to saddle your own horse each morning. Right after breakfast and when you return to the barn at day's end, you can groom your mare or gelding. Most people catch on right away and especially enjoy this opportunity to feel at one with their horse.
Spend your first day learning the lay of the land. Natural western horsemanship and wilderness tips will be the main agenda. After that you can ride as little or as much as you like for the rest of your stay - on miles of trails that meander out from the ranch through 80,000 acres of pristine rangeland. Pine laden paths lead through sun dappled aspen groves, old growth forests that stand in silent splendor and enchanting wild flower meadows. Explore a hidden river canyon, search through an old homestead, check on the ranch cattle, or meditate in the quiet serenity of a secluded, backcountry lake.

One of the ranch’s most famous features is that after some introductory riding with a guide, and by demonstrating a basic understanding of the wilderness setting, accomplished riders may ride on their own if they choose. Otherwise, a guide is always available for small group rides (maximum 6 guests) where the route and duration of ride will be in accordance with guests' wishes — with no boring nose-to-tail rides!

You can have a private day exploring on your own or come along on one of our special guided trips - ride down to the Bonaparte river for swimming, climb our favorite mountain bluff for a spectacular, panoramic view of the entire range, or traverse a deep canyon to enjoy the breathe-taking scenery of Crater Lake and its accompanying waterfalls.

Riders are welcome to take a break at any time. Spread out on a sunny knoll and delight in the honeyed scent of clover - carried on a breeze so soft, it caresses your skin. Nature's symphony is all around. Hear the call of a loon, the howl of a coyote, or the gentle hum of gossamer-winged dragon flies buzzing by. A delicious picnic lunch will be tucked into your saddlebags if you choose to roam the range all day. On cooler spring and fall days, we'll often stop along the trail and build a campfire at lunch time.

Subject to change

Spring
May
New grass begins to show in the meadows around mid-May when the cattle are turned out to graze. The leaves on the aspens are just beginning to unfurl and the lake is teeming with a variety of migrating ducks.
June
At the start of this month, we plant in the ranch vegetable garden. This is an especially good time to spot a wide variety of wildlife.

Summer
July
Wildflowers everywhere! All is lush and green.
August
Generally the driest and warmest month. Enjoy long, hot summer days scented with clover.

Fall
September
Fall in the Cariboo is glorious and makes for fantastic riding conditions. The aspen leaves are in a blaze of color around the third week.
October
Enjoy clear, frosty mornings and warm, golden afternoons. Often a good time to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).

Winter
Crisp, dry days with clear clue skies, bright sunshine and 1-3 ft. of fresh snow. Average temperatures are -5° to -15° Celsius, (+10° to +25° Fahrenheit) but can drop to -20° to -40° Celsius (0° to -40° Fahrenheit).

The Ranch is situated at 3,500 feet above sea level on the Cariboo plateau. As a result we can get snow in April, and frosts in early September. But we also have +25° Celsius (75° Fahrenheit) in May and October. Spring and Fall can sometimes be muddy. Please be prepared for all types of weather!

A long-sleeved shirt and jeans are good for riding in, and some people like to wear tights underneath to decrease the chance of chafing. 
Jeans are good for riding in and some people like to wear tights underneath their jeans to decrease the chance of chafing. “Wrangler” brand jeans are best.
For hiking, lightweight, waterproof hiking shoes or boots and walking shorts are suggests. 
Bike or riding helmets are strongly recommended for children who will be riding.
The general store at 70 Mile House is a 40-minute drive away – if you will be fly fishing please pick up your license there while on the way to the ranch.  All fishing gear is available at the ranch.
Lastly, please throw in your slippers to keep your feet cozy in the ranch house, as we leave our boots at the door.