Utah Ranch Vacations
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch
Location: Boulder, UT
Minimum Stay: 2 nights
Season: April – October, November – February
You can find Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch overlooking the stunning Sweetwater Creek. This ranch is just a 15-minute drive from Boulder, yet it offers the perfect escape from the town.
Boasting 168 acres of land, a breathtaking backdrop of mountains and desert, and cozy accommodation options. On-site there’s the main lodge, western-style cabins, and yurts, so no shortage of places to stay.
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch focuses on sustainability through a variety of projects, which include growing organic vegetables, planting native trees, and creating wetland ponds for local wildlife.
Although...
Bar 10 Ranch
Location: St. George
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Season: March – November
If you’re looking to appreciate the iconic Grand Canyon without the crowds, do it at one of the best all-inclusive ranches, Bar 10 Ranch. This incredible ranch is located along the North Rim and offers a whole host of fantastic packages.
Bar 10 Ranch has been in the Heaton Family since the early 1970s and was initially accessed by a small airstrip. You can still access the ranch via a flight or helicopter.
A ground shuttle is available, or you can drive to the ranch yourself, but you’ll need a...
Reid Ranch Resort
Location: Hanna, UT
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Season: June – August
Reid Ranch Resort has been in the Reid family since 1985 and aims to bring people together through personal experiences.
The ranch is set in a remote location 2 hours drive from Salt Lake City to allow guests to spend time out in nature. Visitors can spend some time at the nearby lake kayaking, canoeing, or paddle boarding. There are also swimming pools if you prefer to stay close.
Like most dude ranches, horseback riding is a popular activity and makes for an excellent way to explore the surrounding area....
Rockin’ R Ranch
Location: Antimony, UT
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Season: March — December
Rockin’ R Ranch has been around for 37 years and is located in Antimony. Covering an impressive 1000 acres, with an extra 40000 leased acres, there is a lot to do at Rockin’ R Ranch.
This all-inclusive ranch prides itself on allowing guests to step back in time and appreciate what life in the Wild West would have been like. Even better, there’s no cell service or cable out here, so you can enjoy a fully unplugged and present experience.
While at Rockin’ R Ranch, guests get to take part...
Zion Mountain Ranch
Location: Mount Carmel, UT
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Season: Year-round
Zion Mountain Ranch is located within Zion National Park. It’s close to Springdale, and thanks to its central location, you can easily visit Bryce Canyon and Dixie Forest on a day trip!
Zion Mountain Ranch offers the perfect escape from everyday life with its cozy lodging and on-site activities. There’s even a restaurant specializing in sustainable food production, with many ingredients being sourced from their organic gardens.
One of the highlights of this place has to be the fact that it’s home to a herd of buffalo. You can often...
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort
Location: Orderville, UT
Minimum Stay: 2 nights
Season: Year-round
If you’re looking for the best luxury dude ranches in Utah, check out Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort. This place is located on the East side of Zion National Park and covers an impressive 4000 acres.
Thanks to where it’s situated, there are several fantastic areas to explore near Zion National Park, like Bryce Canyon, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Grafton Ghost Town.
However, there are also plenty of activities on offer at the ranch. Guided adventures include jeep tours, canyoneering, hiking, horseback riding, and UTV tours. If you prefer some...